AutoNation

Market President

Scott Auto Group

Chief Operating Officer

Hennessy Automobile Companies

•	Conducted comprehensive analysis across a 10-store group, a major collision center, and a stand-alone service center, forecasted to generate $115M in net profit by end of year, 2024
•	Led a team of 8 operational support executives, ensuring optimal oversite of each department, including IT and HR
•	Developed and implemented detailed reporting tools to assess productivity variations by position and measure service technician capacity, enhancing overall operational effectiveness

President

Group 1 Automotive

•	Provided corporate directives to 15 General Managers and Regional support staff, crafting tailored implementation strategies for each brand and operation––significantly improving overall cultural and financial performance
•	Contributed to increasing total annual revenue from $1.28B in 2021 to $1.6B+ in 2023
•	Collaborated with management teams at each store to customize processes according to brand, location, customer demographics, dealership layout, and organizational culture––achieved vast increases in employee productivity 
•	Supported teams through challenging customer interactions, developed robust relationships with OEMs, and prepared high-potential individuals for advancement, strengthening team capabilities and succession planning

Market Director - Southeast Region

•	Led a turnaround effort for a previously underperforming store, refining processes, structures, training, and schedules
•	Increased total net profit from $300K to $1.8M in first year, all the way up to $10M in 2021 (10X growth in two years)
•	Facilitated a team transformation, elevating the store from years of underachievement to a top group performer 
•	Secured the prestigious Chairman's Award for the best overall domestic store two consecutive years (2021 and 2022) by fostering departmental synergies and enhancing collaborative success across the team
•	Strengthened organizational culture, culminating in recognition by Automotive News as one of the “Best Dealerships to Work for Top 100,” reflecting a commitment to an exceptional workplace environment

General Manager - Rockwall CDJR

•	Led a comprehensive overhaul of a failing operation, addressing critical aspects including personnel, processes, inventories, accounting schedules, and software tools, providing essential leadership across all departments
•	Achieved profitability for a previously negative store within two months of being hired  
•	Enhanced operational performance through strategic recruitment, training, and employee engagement initiatives. 
•	Boosted new vehicle sales volumes, outperforming market trends and reversing the brand's declining market share

General Manager - Courtesy Nissan

Asbury Automotive Group

General Manager - Crown Ford 

•	Orchestrated the strategic transition of Rivertown Ford from private to Group 1 ownership, ensuring seamless integration and continuity of operations
•	Mentored and collaborated with the existing team, enhancing net profits and cultivating a thriving workplace culture through mutual learning and development
•	Managed through prolonged construction periods, navigating unique operational challenges, thereby reinforcing team resilience and honing crisis management skills
•	Elevated net profit before tax from an average of $1.7M (2012) to $3M annually (2014-2017), by fostering a cohesive team focused on shared objectives and sustained growth

General Manager - Rivertown Ford

•	Exceeded historical profit margins by increasing the store’s net profit by over 200%, achieving an unprecedented financial milestone
•	Handpicked and developed an elite management team that revitalized operations across the board, particularly in the collision center, leading to substantial business enhancements
•	Secured a position in the top five for year-over-year improvement among Certified Pre-Owned dealers in the Southeast Region, showcasing superior growth and operational excellence

General Manager - BMW of Moblie

•	Recruited and developed a high-performing sales team, significantly boosting sales volumes and gross margins
•	Restored the dealership’s reputation in the market through strategic community engagement and customer service improvements
•	Resolved interdepartmental conflicts, creating a cohesive and efficient workplace that enhanced overall store performance and profitability

General Sales Manager - BMW of Columbia

Sonic Automotive

General Sales Manager - Century BMW

Hancock Automotive

General Sales Manager - Hancock BMW 

Love Chevrolet

Manager

As an accomplished automotive executive, I bring extensive experience in leading high-performance teams across multiple dealerships and automotive groups. My career is marked by a strong focus on operational analysis, strategic planning, and turnaround management, which have consistently resulted in substantial financial growth and an enhanced organizational culture. 

I have a proven track record of implementing effective operational processes, fostering team cohesion, and securing prestigious industry awards. My commitment to driving excellence through innovation, leadership, and a focus on customer satisfaction has been the cornerstone of my success.

EXPERTISE

🟦 Market Management
🟦 Strategic Planning
🟦 Team Leadership
🟦 Process Improvement
🟦 Operations Management
🟦 Budgeting & Forecasting
🟦 Client Relationship Management
🟦 Revenue & Profit Growth
🟦 Succession Planning
🟦 Employee Engagement
🟦 Customer Relationship Management
🟦 Financial Management

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