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Ed Gallagher

Jackson,MN

Summary

Experienced Business Manager skillful in monitoring and managing daily business operations with focus on continuous improvement. Transforms underperforming operations into successful enterprises using resourcefulness and high-level business acumen. Decisive and analytical with 15-year history of successful industry performance.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Manager

Asa Auto Plaza
09.2008 - Current
  • Handled a variety of day-to-day tasks in the business/financial office of a GM/Chrysler dealership for 15+ years.
  • Worked with dozens of financial institutions to write auto loans for customers.
  • Handled credit applications, customer interviews, title documentation, warranty paperwork and other tasks associated with financing auto loans.
  • Served customers before, during and after an auto sale.
  • Worked directly with customers on vehicle and product sales.
  • Served as the dealership's public relations and advertising lead.

Managing Editor

Livewire Publications
01.2004 - 05.2008
  • Managed a small staff of writers and editors for an award-winning local publication.
  • Worked directly with community leaders and news makers to develop content.
  • Wrote a variety of breaking news, features, editorials, sports and lifestyle stories.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Buena Vista University
Storm Lake, IA
05.1996

Skills

  • Communications
  • Customer Service
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Team building

Timeline

Business Manager

Asa Auto Plaza
09.2008 - Current

Managing Editor

Livewire Publications
01.2004 - 05.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Buena Vista University
Ed Gallagher