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David Trepanier

Mono,Ontario

Summary

I have been in the Auto sales and finance industry my entire working career. I excelled at all the challenges that came my way by 28 I left to work for myself opening a successful sales and finance company. I was approached in 2011 to open a direct to dealer non-prime finance lending company called Eden Park inc 12 years later and 135 employees across the country we had over 1/2 Billion dollars on our books and the best remarketing and delinquency numbers amongst ALL competitors.


Results-driven Chief Operating Officer drives performance improvements and leads strategic initiatives. Skilled manager of cross-departmental activities with adaptive communication of organizational objectives. Develops and executes innovative strategies for stimulating growth and service quality.



Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

COO / V.P Operations

Fairstone Bank / Eden Park Inc
05.2011 - 07.2023
  • I was one of the founding members of a start up boutique non convectional auto finance lender that quickly evolved over time to one of the top 5 lenders among the conventional banks and the number 1 independently owned non-prime leander.
  • Boosted operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Drove process improvements across multiple business units, resulting in increased productivity levels.
  • Championed change management initiatives for smoother organizational transitions during periods of growth.
  • Aligned corporate strategy with industry trends by staying current on best practices within the competitive landscape.
  • Influenced company culture by promoting core values like integrity, accountability, innovation, teamwork, and excellence throughout daily operations.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional departments to optimize workflow and enhance communication channels.
  • Oversaw the development of new products or services from conception to market launch.
  • Mentored employees at all levels within the organization to support their professional development goals.
  • Developed high-performing teams through effective hiring, training, and performance management strategies.
  • Negotiated key partnerships with vendors, suppliers, and other stakeholders for improved collaboration and resource allocation.
  • Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits. I worked extremely close with our Collections and re-marketing teams to control our delinquencies and losses. We lead the industry in all metrics.
  • Established metrics-based performance evaluations for a more objective assessment of employee contributions.

Owner

Brampton Auto Finance / Nutec Automotive
01.1995 - 04.2011

I opened a auto sales, service and finance dealer catering to consumers that could not get conventional bank financing.

  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
  • Proactively identified areas of risk within the organization implemented necessary safeguards mitigating any potential negative impact on the business.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.

Sales, Finance Manager, General Manager

Bramview Ford
07.1985 - 04.2005
  • Over the 10 years with Bramview I work my way from the round up starting as the guy that moves and cleans the cars eventually moving into sales for several years before accepting the finance managers job then I opened and managed the first ever Canadian buy here pay here. We sold and financed all the cars we sold. creating Canada's first sub-prime lender.
  • Streamlined financial processes for improved efficiency, resulting in significant cost savings.
  • Provided comprehensive financial support to sales executives during contract negotiations, securing profitable deals.
  • Trained junior staff members on company-specific finance procedures, contributing to their professional development while enhancing team efficiency.

Education

High School Diploma -

North Peel Secondary School
Brampton, Ontario
05.2001 -

Skills

Strategic Partnerships

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Timeline

COO / V.P Operations

Fairstone Bank / Eden Park Inc
05.2011 - 07.2023

High School Diploma -

North Peel Secondary School
05.2001 -

Owner

Brampton Auto Finance / Nutec Automotive
01.1995 - 04.2011

Sales, Finance Manager, General Manager

Bramview Ford
07.1985 - 04.2005
David Trepanier