Executive Summary
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EXECUTIVESUMMARY
ExecutiveSummary:UnlockingUrbanAgriculture&EVInnovationwithJohnDeere
Overview:
JohnDeerestandsasagloballeaderinagriculturalinnovation,pioneeringElectricVehicle(EV) technologytoenhancesustainability.However,urbanAmericaremainslargelyuntappedwhenitcomes toexposuretoJohnDeere’sgroundbreakingEVsolutions. Thispresentsamulti-billion-dollar opportunity toexpandbrandreach,loyalty,andinfluence—amarketwaitingtobedisruptedand revolutionized.
CASAsYourIdealPartner:
With37yearsofexperienceintheautomobileindustry,CASisuniquelypositionedtobridgethegap betweenJohnDeere’sEVadvancementsandurbancommunities.Webring:
IndustryexpertiseinEVeducation,automobiledealershipowneroperations,andfinancing.
Establishedconnectionswithschooldistricts,facilitatingEVadoptionandawareness.
StrategicinsightsintoruralEVcharginginfrastructure,ensuringseamlesselectrificationoffarm andagricultureequipment.
WhyThisMattersNow:
Exposurecreatesbrandloyalty,marketexpansion,andculturalrelevance.Youngurbanconsumerscrave innovation—JohnDeerehastheopportunitytoestablishalong-termpresenceintheirlivesby integratingEVagriculturaltechnologyintourbaneducationalsystems,communityandinfrastructure.
TheCalltoAction:
WeurgeJohnDeeretoactnowtosecureitsplaceinthefutureofurbansustainability.Thispartnership presentsanunparalleledopportunitytoshapethenextgenerationofagriculturalandEVawareness. Let’sconnectimmediatelytodiscusshowwecanmakehistorytogether.
FUELING THE FUTURE: A JOHN DEERE AND COMPUTERIZED
The Information Contained In This Proposal is Proprietary and Confidential. It Cannot Be Used or Shared Unless You Have Written Consent From The Owner Of Computerized Auto Search and Hosea L. Haywood III.
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John C. May Chairman & CEO
John Deere & Company
One John Deere Place Moline, IL. 61265
Subject: A Transformative Partnership to Electrify Urban Agriculture & Expand John Deere’s EV Reach
Dear Mr. May,
I write to you with a bold vision an extraordinary opportunity to position John Deere at the forefront of urban America’s Electric Vehicle (EV) farm and agricultural revolution.
For generations, John Deere has been the gold standard in agricultural innovation. Now, the opportunity exists to expand that legacy beyond rural farms and into urban America unlocking a multi-billion-dollar untapped market primed for disruption, engagement, and long-term profitability. Computerized Auto Search (CAS) is the perfect strategic partner to make this happen.
The Untapped Market: A Multi-Billion-Dollar Opportunity
Urban American, and particularly its youth, has very little direct connection to the agriculture world-yet it plays a pivotal role in their lives. Food security, clothing, sustainability, everything and innovation affect every individual, whether they realize it or not.
However, John Deere’s EV technology remains largely unseen in urban communities. That represents a massive untapped market one primed for disruption innovation, engagement, and brand loyalty expansion.
CAS: The Gateway to Urban EV Expansion & Agricultural Awareness
CAS,with37yearsofautomobileindustryexpertise,isuniquelypositionedtobridgethegapbetween JohnDeere’sEVinnovations,advancementsandurbanAmerica—increasingbrandawareness,market share,salesamonganewgenerationofconsumersestablishingthecompanyasanundeniableforcein thefutureofcleanenergyandagriculture.
WhyCASIsYourIdealPartner
DecadesofIndustryExpertise
o Establishedautomobiledealershipownerwithatrackrecordofsuccess.
o DeepEVeducationthroughdirecttrainingwithEvergy2012-2015.
o ExperienceatFordMotorCreditCompany(FMCC),refiningexpertiseinfinanceand operations.
o Provenabilitytosellvehiclestoschooldistricts,withdiscussionsunderwayabout integratingEVtechnologyintotheircurriculum(CapstoneProgram).
o EVdealershipexpertise—sellingEVs,gasvehicles,anddistributingchargingstations, ensuringdeepmarketpenetrationandconsumerengagement.
o Implementingthenation’sfirstofitskindstate-of-the-artEVEducationalResourceCenter inurbanAmericaopentothepublicforEVengagementandadoption.
o FacilityandcapacitytooperateaJohnDeereFranchiseandJohnDeereVehicle DemonstrationCenter.
o CAShasaprimelocationinurbanKansasCity,Missouri,withveryhightrafficandvisibility forEVsthatwillpromoteEVadoption,awarenessandownership.
o VisiontodevelopEVChargingHubStationsAcrossAmerica-ExpandingJohnDeere’s footprintwithhighwaychargingstationswheretravelerscanrechargeEVs,purchase snacks,otheressentialsandamenitiesdriversuseandseekwhiletraveling.
ThePowerofExposure:MyPersonalJourney&TheKeytoMarketExpansion
Growingup,myfather—aconstructionworker—wasmyhero.Myfascinationwithvehiclesbeganwhen Ifirstwatchedhimoperateheavy-dutymachinery—amomentthatignitedalifelongpassionfor automobilesandinnovation.
Similarly,Iwastheonlykidinmyneighborhoodwholearnedtodriveastickshift—andletmetellyou, itwascool.Theexcitementitgeneratedamongmypeerswasproofthatyoungpeoplecravepowerful, uniquemachines.
Exposureisthekeytobrandconnectionandloyalty.Imagineyoungconsumersseeing,touching,and experiencingJohnDeere’sEVagriculturallineupfirsthand—theywilldevelopadeepappreciation, engagement,andattachmentthattranslatesintofutureownershipandsalesgrowth.
CASisreadytobringthisvisiontolife,andIpersonallywanttoride,drive,andlearnaboutJohnDeere’s heavy-dutyEVsandbroaderfarmingmachinery,aswellastourJohnDeerefacilitiestofullyexperience andamplifythispartnership.
CityofKansasCity,MissouriPartnership:EVLeadership&MarketIntegration
TheCityofKansasCity,MissourirecognizedCAS’sexpertiseandleadershipintheEVsector,selectingus todeviseandsubmitaverycomprehensive165-pageEVMarketingPlan—astrategicblueprintthattook sixmonthstodevelop.
ThisplanpositionsCASasanindustryauthority,providingaroadmapforintegratingEVsolutionsinto urbancommunities—aneffortthatalignsperfectlywithJohnDeere’sexpansionintoEVagricultural technologyandurbanmarkets.
Infact,partofourplanincludesthecityusingCAS’sfacilityasasatellitehubstationforcharging, recharging,storing,andexchangingpersonalvehiclesforcityEVswhileonofficialcitybusiness.Thishub wouldbetheperfectshowcaselocationforJohnDeere’sEVagriculturalfleet,heavy-dutymachinery, andbroadersustainabilityinitiatives—agame-changingvisibilityopportunityforJohnDeere.
TheCalltoAction:AMatchMadeinHeaven
Mr.May,thisisn’tjustanidea—it’samovement.It’stimetoact.
JohnDeerecanbethepioneeringforcebehindEVagriculturalawarenessandownershipinurban America.Thispartnershipwillresultinincreasedmarketexpansion,brandloyalty,andaneweraof sustainability.
IurgeyoutocontactmeimmediatelysowecanstrategicallyalignJohnDeerewiththishistoric transformation.Let’sunleashourhumanmagic,challengetheassumptions,disruptinertiaandold narratives,createnewopportunities,redefineagriculture,farmingandsustainabilityforgenerationsto come.
IlookforwardtodiscussingaJohnDeereandComputerizedAutoSearchpartnershipmakinghistory together.
YourFutureEVPartner,
Hosea L. Haywood III
Hosea L. Haywood III
EV Charging Hub Station
1326 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd. KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI 64110 816 - 210 - 1109
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Subject: Strategic Partnership Proposal – Electrifying America’s Highways
Dear Mr. May,
The time to seize the future is now.
John Deere stands at the forefront of agricultural innovation and electrification, but a critical opportunity awaits: EV Charging Hub Stations on America’s highways. I’m reaching out to propose a bold, strategic partnership between CAS and John Deere to electrify American highways positioning the state of Missouri as a national prototype and research study for scalable, revenue-generating EV infrastructure.
As CEO of Computerized Auto Search (CAS), I bring over three decades of industry leadership in municipal fleet solutions, public-private partnerships, and electric vehicle infrastructure. CAS is a licensed and bonded automobile dealership, recently awarded its second statewide contract renewal with the state of Missouri a testament to the trust and credibility we’ve earned through high-performance delivery.
Our partnership potential is already being recognized: the city of Kansas City, Missouri (KCMO) asked CAS to develop a comprehensive Electric Vehicle (EV) Marketing Plan and designated our facility as a satellite location for Municipal EV Services – charging, recharge, parking, storage, and city employees exchange/park their personal vehicles and use city EVs for city official business This is real traction- and it’s scalable.
But here's the reality I saw firsthand. During recent vehicle deliveries to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, I traveled across Highways 50 East/West, I-70 East/West, 71/49 South/North, and 63 South/North and witnessed something shocking: not one EV Charging Hub Station. Yet I passed several iconic John Deere dealerships and those of Kubota, CAT, CASE, Stihl, Komatsu, Massey Ferguson—all building EV agricultural equipment, yet none addressing the charging desert across rural America.
Let’s change that.
Now, imagine this:
As night falls on Highway 50, a beacon of progress emerges from the dark the unmistakable glow of green and yellow, radiating from a sleek, modern John Deere-CAS EV Charging Hub Station. It’s not just a power point it’s a landmark. Drivers from rural communities and travelers alike are drawn to it a sanctuary of safety, light, and reliability.
These hubs become iconic symbols of American electrification. Picture the possibilities: LED-lit pylons and architectural accents in John Deere’s signature colors, visible for miles, guiding travelers safely through rural stretches at night. Each station becomes a profitable pit stop offering charging, food, refreshments, data, service, refreshing, cleanliness and brand loyalty.
We don’t just participate in the EV highway revolution we create the market. Together, we define the blueprint. Every competitor from Kubota to CAT and broader travelers will have to spend with us to charge their EVs. With your manufacturing and my infrastructure acumen, we lock up the supply side and the charging side, giving John Deere first-mover advantage and majority market share.
Now let’s take it further with Inductive Charging.
Imagine your heavy-duty EV tractors and farm haulers pulling into rural job sites or county highways. Instead of relying solely on plug-in systems, they park on rugged inductive charging mats reinforced to handle heavy duty equipment, weather-proofed, and designed for fast, touchless charging.
Now go deeper: Missouri highways, embedded with inductive charging strips, allowing seamless energy transfer while in motion. This is where EV infrastructure meets innovation charging without stopping, powering without wires.
Let’s bring urban innovation to rural America, leveraging Missouri’s infrastructure and academic networks especially along Highways 50, I-70, 71/49, and 63 with institutions like Lincoln University, my HBCU alma mater in Jefferson City, serving as research partners and workforce pipelines.
This is more than a project it’s an electrification revolution, and it must begin now.
Let’s protect this opportunity before the competition even realizes it exists. Let’s ensure John Deere is the name lighting up the highways, drawing customers and revenue from every direction.
Please call me as soon as possible to discuss this transformative opportunity. I’m ready to partner, to execute, lead and to win.
Sincerely,
Hosea L. Haywood III
Hosea L. Haywood III
1326EmanuelCleaverIIBlvd. KANSASCITY,MISSOURI64110 816-210-1109 www.computerizedautosearch.com
VALUEPROPOSITION
ValueProposition: ComputerizedAutoSearch+JohnDeerePartnership
ElectrifytheHighways. EmpowertheYouth.ExpandtheLegacy.
Mr.May,thispartnershipbetweenComputerizedAutoSearch(CAS)andJohnDeereisnotjustabout infrastructure—it’saboutimpact.Together,wewill:
ElectrifyAmerica’sHighwaysbydevelopinganetworkofEVChargingHubStations,startingwith Missouriasthenationalprototype.ThesehubswillbebrandedinJohnDeere’siconicgreenand yellow,lightingupruralroadsandattractingtravelers,fleets,andfarmersalike.
ExposeUrbanYouthtoAgriculturalInnovationbycreatinghands-onprogramsthatconnect JohnDeere’sEVsandbroaderfarmequipmenttoSTEMeducation,workforcedevelopment, andcareerpipelinesinunderservedcommunities
LaunchaJohnDeereDisplayCenteratCAS’sfacilityinKansasCity,Missouri—servingasa flagshipdestinationforshowcasingEVtechnology,hostingtrainingsessions,andengagingthe publicinthefutureoffarming.
DeployInductiveChargingSolutionsincludingheavy-dutychargingmatsandembeddedhighway strips,enablingwireless,in-motionchargingforJohnDeere’sEVtractorsandequipmentespeciallyinruralandoff-gridenvironments.
LeverageCAS’sStrategicAssets:
RenewedstatewidevehiclecontractwithMissouri(twiceawarded)
EVmarketingpartnershipwiththeCityofKansasCity,Missouri
Licenseddealershipwith37+yearsofindustryexpertise
DistributorofEVchargingstations,readytoscaledeployment
ThispartnershipwillgeneraterevenuefromeveryEVbrand,includingcompetitors,whowillrelyon JohnDeere-poweredinfrastructure.Itwillexpandmarketshare,increasevisibilityinurbanAmerica, andpositionJohnDeereasthepioneerofEVhighwayelectrification.
Let’sbuildthefuture—together.
Disruptive Innovation
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Disruptive Innovation Overview: A New Era of Electrification
From Tariffs to Triumph. From Risk to Revenue.
In the face of political uncertainty and tariff threats, John Deere must lean into disruptive innovation to protect its brand and expand its influence. This partnership delivers:
• EV Charging Hub Stations that transform American highways into profit centers, drawing revenue from every EV user including competitors like Kubota, CAT, and STIHL.
• Inductive Charging Technology that enables wireless, hands-free charging for heavy-duty agricultural EVs reducing downtime, increasing efficiency, and eliminating reliance on plug-in infrastructure.
• Urban-Rural Integration through infrastructure that connects city centers to farmland, creating a seamless electrification ecosystem that supports mobility, agriculture, and logistics.
• Youth Engagement Programs that build brand loyalty, expand visibility, and create a pipeline of future John Deere customers, technicians, and innovators.
• Strategic Shield Against Tariffs by reinforcing domestic operations, investing in U.S. infrastructure, and showcasing John Deere’s commitment to American innovation and workforce development.
This is not incremental change it’s a market-defining leap. Together, CAS and John Deere will own the charging ecosystem, lead the electrification movement, and profit from every mile driven.
Partnership Overview
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The Vision: A Transformative Partnership Between John Deere and CAS
Two forces—John Deere and Computerized Auto Search (CAS)—merging to redefine mobility, agriculture, and opportunity across America.
At its core, this partnership is a dynamic fusion of heritage and disruption, rooted in John Deere’s legacy of engineering excellence and powered by CAS’s unmatched reach in automotive infrastructure and urban engagement.
We’re not just building EV Charging Hub Stations. We’re building the future of rural and urban America.
What Our Partnership Looks Like Today
• Development of EV Charging Hub Stations Across America’s Highways starting in the state of Missouri, John Deere and CAS will collaborate to roll out branded EV Charging Stations iconic in green and yellow, serving farmers, travelers, fleets, and municipal operators. These stations will illuminate rural corridors, generate revenue from every EV brand, and position John Deere as the infrastructure leader not just the manufacturer.
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• Urban Youth Engagement Through STEM & Workforce Development
CAS will lead targeted programs that introduce John Deere EVs and equipment to urban youth, offering hands-on experience, career pathways, and direct exposure to the farming tech revolution- cultivating future technicians, innovators, and advocates in places John Deere has yet to fully reach.
• John Deere Display Center at CAS Facility in Kansas City, MO
This flagship hub will serve as a public showroom, training space, and community engagement center, showcasing John Deere EV advancements and electrification tools to urban populations, officials, and media all while supporting KCMO’s municipal EV strategy.
• Inductive Charging Innovation
Together, we’ll deploy wireless, in-ground charging systems and heavy-duty charging mats, turning downtime into uptime and enabling John Deere EV equipment to recharge while parked or in motion even in the most remote rural fields.
What This Partnership Will Become
• America’s Electrification Model
Our success in Missouri will be replicated nationwide owning the EV highway charging ecosystem, drawing brand loyalty, and converting competitors into customers of our infrastructure.
• The Bridge Between Urban and Rural Growth
By linking EV mobility across demographic, landscapes, and industries, we’ll unify America’s energy evolution from STEM schools in the city to farm fields in the heartland.
• A Strategic Shield Against Tariffs & Political Volatility
Through domestic deployment, educational alignment, and community investment, our partnership will showcase John Deere’s commitment to American jobs, innovation, and progress, effectively neutralizing political threats and reinforcing brand resilience.
• A Profitable Powerhouse
From infrastructure revenue to urban market expansion, our partnership will deliver highimpact, diversified growth benefiting shareholders, communities, and future generations alike.
The Broader Public Benefits
• Clean Energy Access in Underserved Areas
Rural towns and underserved urban zones will gain access to EV infrastructure, bridging energy equity gaps.
• Safer, Smarter Highways
Illuminated charging stations in iconic branding will enhance nighttime safety, wayfinding and economic activity.
• STEM Career Development for Youth
Hands-on access to farm tech, EVs, and infrastructure development will inspire the next wave of changemakers
• A National Symbol of Collaboration
CAS and John Deere will stand as proof that legacy and innovation are not opposites they’re allies.
Together, we won’t just build charging hub stations. We’ll build a movement. We won’t just electrify highways. We’ll electrify hope, careers, commerce, and community.
This is a partnership with purpose, profit, and power
Let’s bring the green and yellow glow to every corner of America because the future is waiting, and we’re ready to lead it.
1326EmanuelCleaverIIBlvd. KANSASCITY,MISSOURI64110 816-210-1109 www.computerizedautosearch.com
1.IntegrityFirst,Always
IntegrityisthefoundationofCAS.Itguidesourdecisions,shapesourrelationships,andensuresthat everypartnershipisbuiltontrust,transparency,andlong-termvalue.LikeJohnDeere,webelieve integrityisnotjustaprinciple—it’sapromise
2.HonestyThatBuildsConfidence
Wespeaktruthfully,actethically,anddeliverconsistently.OurpartnersknowthatCASisastraighttalking,results-drivenorganizationthatvaluesclarityandaccountabilityineveryengagement.
3.ReliabilityThatEarnsTrust
Forover37years,CAShasbeenatrustedsuppliertostateagencies,municipalities,andprivateclients. OurrenewedstatewidecontractwithMissouriandourpartnershipwiththeCityofKansasCity,Missouri areproofthatwedon’tjustshowup—wefollowthrough.
4.ProfitabilitywithPurpose
CASiscommittedtobuildinga profitable,scalablebusinessmodel thatbenefitsourpartners,our communities,andourbottomline.Webelievethat strongsalesandsustainablegrowth arenotonly achievable,they’reessentialtodrivinginnovationandimpact.
5.LeadershipThatInspiresAction
Weleadwithvision,courage,andconviction.CASisnotafraidtochallengethestatusquo,embrace disruptivetechnologies,andpioneernewmarkets.Ourleadershipisbold,strategic,anddeeplyrooted inservice.
6.ListeningThatDrivesSolutions
Weareexcellentlisteners—attunedtotheneedsofourpartners,communities,andstakeholders.CAS believesthatthebestsolutionscomefromunderstandingfirst,thenactingwithprecisionandempathy.
7.CommunicationThatConnects
Wecommunicatewithclarity,purpose,andpassion.Whetherwe’respeakingtocityofficials,corporate executives,retailcustomersorcommunityleaders,CASensuresthateverymessageisaligned,impactful, andactionoriented.
8.InnovationwithIntegrity
Weembracedisruptivetechnologieslike inductivecharging,EVinfrastructure,andurban-rural integration—butwedosoresponsibly.Ourinnovationisgroundedinethics,scalability,andcommunity uplift.
9.CommitmenttoElectrifyingUrban&RuralAmerica
CASisdedicatedtobuildingEVChargingHubStationsthatserve urbanyouth,ruralfarmers,and highwaytravelers—bridgingthegapbetweenunderservedcommunitiesandcutting-edge infrastructure.Untappingthesemarketsisnotjustvisionary—it’s highlyprofitable.
10.RespectforLegacy,PassionforProgress
WehonorJohnDeere’slegacyofagriculturalexcellencewhilepushingboldlyintothefuture.CASisthe perfectpartnertoexpandthatlegacyinto urbanmarkets,electrifiedhighways,andnext-generation farmingsolutions.
11.IntegrityThatClosestheCircle
Integrityisn’tjusthowwebegin—it’showwefinish.Everyproject,everypartnership,everyhandshake issealedwiththesameunwaveringcommitmenttoethicalexcellence.It’swhyCASistrusted.It’swhy we’reready.Andit’swhyJohnDeerewillthrivewithus.
�� WhyCASCoreValuesArePerfectforaJohnDeerePartnership
They mirrorJohnDeere’sownvalues ofintegrity,innovation,andcommunitycommitment.
Theyare tailoredtoelectrification,infrastructure,andyouthengagement—JohnDeere’snext frontier.
Theyare groundedinprofitability,growth,andstrategicleadership—ensuringmutualsuccess.
Theyare proveninpractice,backedbycontracts,partnerships,anddecadesofperformance.
Theyare designedtoscale,makingCAStheidealallyfornationalexpansionandglobal leadership.
Mr.May,thesevaluesaremorethanwords—they’retheblueprintforapartnershipthatwillelectrify highways,empoweryouth,andredefineagriculture.Let’smeet—virtuallyandinperson—toexplore thisvisionandtouryourfacilities.CASisready.Thefutureiswaiting.
1326 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd. KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI 64110
816 - 210 - 1109
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CONCLUSION
Closing Conclusion
Mr. May, this is more than a proposal it’s a declaration of purpose. I’m ready to partner with John Deere to electrify America’s highways through nationwide EV Charging Hub Stations, powered by innovation, built on trust, and designed to outpace the competition. We will lead not follow the industry shift toward clean, efficient infrastructure and rural electrification that connects and uplifts every corner of America, stimulate rural economies, and create new lanes of profitability for both of our organizations.
Through this partnership, we can also ignite the imagination and ambitions of Urban Youth embedding John Deere’s legacy in urban communities, fostering STEM-driven agricultural career pipelines, and expanding John Deere’s visibility, loyalty, and market share in America’s largest, most untapped growth markets.
Let’s bring this to life with inductive charging mats and road-embedded solutions—cutting-edge tools that make EV adoption seamless and scalable, even for heavy-duty farm equipment operating in the roughest terrains. Together, we will deliver a visual and functional revolution—green and yellow John Deere charging hubs lighting up rural highways, becoming the landmarks of 21st-century agriculture, and drawing EV users from every brand to your chargers and our network.
With my renewed statewide vehicle contract, strong municipal partnerships including with the city of Kansas City, Missouri and over 37 years of automotive dealership ownership and electrification expertise, CAS is uniquely positioned to deliver results. I know the roads. I know the cities. I know the players. And I know how to win.
This will be a lucrative, high-impact partnership. Let’s not let it pass us by.
Call me directly. Let’s make this happen now.
March 24, 2023
President Hosea Haywood
Computerized Auto Search 1326 Emanuel Cleaver Blvd. Kansas City, Missouri 64110
Dear Mr. Haywood:
As you well know, unparalleled environmental threats are emerging on a global scale such as loss of wet lands, soil erosion, damage to the ozone layer and deforestation. Thoughtlessly, more Americans than not are unconsciously engaged in the degradation of our environment at a terrifying tempo. The President and Congress, while waging a war against climate change, will need help from every nation, every city, and every individual to reverse the climate change movement.
As a 50-year member of the clergy who became the Kansas City mayor and who now represents the Kansas City area in the U.S. House of Representatives, I am constantly rushing the notion that Mother Earth does not belong to us, we are simply boarders. “The Earth is the Lord and everything that is in it,” Psalms 24:1-2. Humans have no right to destroy this planet.
I was very much pleased to hear that you are looking seriously in adding electric vehicles to your catalogue. Vehicle pollutants are doing enormous harm to our health and contain greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change. I congratulate you on your vision to reduce the estimated 127 million heavy CO2 emitting vehicles by marketing and selling EV’s.
My plan is to convince the Missouri Department of Transportation to admit and allow only electric vehicles and other low-carbon emitting cars (hybrids) on the Bruce R. Watkins Roadway by 2033. I am looking forward to the opening of your revolutionary and planet saving EV business.
Best Wishes,
Emanuel Cleaver, II Member of Congress
Valerie Coyazo Lead Supplier Engagement Manager Evergy valerie.coyazo@evergy.com
816-652-1242
07/10/2025
To Whom It May Concern,
It is with great pleasure that I write this letter of recommendation for Hosea Haywood, President and Owner of Computerized Auto Search (www.computerizedautosearch.com), in recognition of his successful participation and graduation from Evergy’s Light Source Program.
The Light Source Program is a cornerstone of Evergy’s commitment to supplier diversity and business development, designed to empower diverse business owners through mentorship, strategic insight, and access to procurement opportunities. Hosea was selected for this program based on his entrepreneurial track record, leadership potential, and the innovative work he has done in the automotive industry.
Throughout the program, Hosea was mentored by Chuck Caisley, Evergy’s Executive Vice President of Public AWairs and Chief Customer OWicer, and myself. From the very beginning, Hosea impressed us with his professionalism, curiosity, and drive to grow not just his business, but himself as a leader. He consistently brought thoughtful questions to our sessions, actively applied feedback, and demonstrated a deep commitment to continuous improvement.
One moment that stands out occurred during a discussion on customer engagement strategies. Hosea shared how he had recently overhauled his customer service model to better align with evolving client expectations. His approach was not only data-informed but also deeply empathetic he had personally followed up with several long-time customers to understand their needs and experiences. That level of care and attention to detail is what sets Hosea apart.
Hosea’s leadership of Computerized Auto Search reflects the values we champion at Evergy: integrity, innovation, and community impact. His graduation from the Light Source Program is a testament to his dedication and potential, and I have no doubt that he will continue to be a force for positive change in his industry and beyond.
I wholeheartedly recommend Hosea Haywood for any opportunity that seeks a principled, forwardthinking, and results- driven leader. Please feel free to contact me should you need any additional information.
Sincerely,
Valerie Coyazo Lead Supplier Engagement Manager
Eric L Robinson (Accelerate Program Mentor)
Strategic IT Sourcing Consultant/Supplier Engagement
Evergy Inc.
eric.robinson@evergy.com
816-652-1122
07/11/2025
To Whom It May Concern,
It is with great pride and enthusiasm that I write this letter of recommendation for Hosea Haywood, President and Owner of Computerized Auto Search, in recognition of his successful completion of the 2024 Evergy Accelerate Program. As his mentor throughout this transformative six-month journey, I had the privilege of witnessing Hosea’s unwavering commitment to growth, innovation, and excellence.
The Accelerate Program, a collaborative initiative by Evergy, Burns & McDonnell, and Ralph G. Moore & Associates (RGMA), is designed to empower small and diverse- owned businesses through intensive training, strategic mentorship, and capacity-building. Hosea stood out among nearly 40 participants for his proactive engagement, strategic thinking, and ability to translate insights into actionable business improvements.
Throughout the program, Hosea demonstrated a deep understanding of his industry and a clear vision for scaling his business. He approached every session with curiosity and a collaborative spirit, consistently contributing thoughtful perspectives and embracing feedback with humility and determination. His leadership at Computerized Auto Search reflects a commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and community impact.
Hosea’s graduation from the Accelerate Program is not just a milestone it is a testament to his resilience, adaptability, and entrepreneurial drive. I am confident that he will continue to be a catalyst for innovation and growth in the automotive sector and a valuable contributor to the broader business community.
I wholeheartedly recommend Hosea Haywood for any opportunity that seeks a dedicated, forwardthinking, and principled leader. Please feel free to contact me should you require any further information.
Sincerely,
Eric L. Robinson
Sr. Strategic IT Sourcing Consultant/ Supplier Engagement IT Lead
