GUSTAVO GUEVARA
Melissa,TX
Summary
Dynamic community advocate and sports enthusiast with a proven track record as an influencer and team developer. Expertise in business development and marketing, complemented by a strategic leadership style that drives operational excellence across diverse business activities. Demonstrated ability to create targeted business operation plans, manage costs effectively, and enhance performance through innovative change initiatives. Committed to fostering growth by establishing clear goals and quality standards while ensuring the swift achievement of objectives.
Knowledgeable In Auto Finance with proven track record in optimizing operational efficiency and streamlining processes. Successfully managed large teams and implemented strategic initiatives that improved productivity and reduced costs. Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills to drive continuous improvement and achieve organizational goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Operations
YouDrive Auto
02.2023 - 06.2025
- Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives that improved overall productivity.
- Led cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in service delivery.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for operational enhancement.
- In Charge of the wholesale Departments building a strong relationship with auctions and lenders.
- Build the retail and finance department to add more profit to the corporation.
- Fostered a culture of collaboration and accountability among staff members.
- Established key performance indicators to monitor progress toward strategic goals.
- Mentored junior managers, improving leadership capabilities across operations teams.
General Manager
Tradeline Motors LLC
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Directed daily operations, ensuring alignment with company goals and high service standards.
- Implemented streamlined processes to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing strategic initiatives for business growth and customer satisfaction.
- Control and enhance all departments, Wholesale, Finance and Direct sales.
- Achieved highest profit records in the store.
CEO/Partner
Extreme Sports Cars LLC
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Developed and executed strategic plans to drive organizational growth and profitability.
- Fostered a culture of innovation by implementing new initiatives across departments.
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes.
- Cultivated relationships with stakeholders to align business objectives and enhance collaboration.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring budget adherence and resource allocation efficiency.
- Mentored executive team members, promoting leadership development and succession planning.
- Evaluated performance metrics to drive continuous improvement in organizational effectiveness.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Drove profitability with thorough financial analysis and strategic decisionmaking.
General Manager
Empire Exotic Motors
02.2015 - 07.2019
- Contributed to team success by increasing the number of sales and profit by 60% in the first month.
- Supervise a sales force of 4 sales associates.
- Manage all sales and inventory.
- Planned and directed staff training and performance evaluations, including the gross profit.
- Built relationships with customers and lenders to establish long-term business growth.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems.
- Organized budgets, oversaw P&Ls and achieved margin targets consistently to stay on track with growth plans.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision and long-range planning.
Senior Sales Director
Tricolor Auto
07.2012 - 02.2015
- Contributed to team success by exceeding team sales goals by 140%.
- Supervised a sales force of 5 sales associates.
- Managed all sales and inventory.
- Planned and directed staff training and performance evaluations, including the gross profit.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution and client satisfaction.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
- Held weekly meetings with Sales team to identify techniques to overcome sales obstacles.
General Manager
Dallas Roaster
03.2010 - 07.2012
- Managed all sales and the finance department.
- Achieved the highest sales record.
- Increased the volume of sales and total gained profit by a 30%.
- Managed the purchased of inventory and wholesale.
- Organized budgets, oversaw P&Ls and achieved margin targets consistently to stay on track with growth plans.
- Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
Finance Director
Van Chevrolet
03.2002 - 03.2010
- Department.
- Successfully raised the finance profit ranking of the dealer, in a month period, on the Van Tuyl cooperation from 61 to number 5 for 6 consecutive months.
- Established and enforced controls on revenue and expenses to protect company assets.
- Verified compliance of financial policies and accounting procedures against federal regulations.
- Set clear departmental objectives and developed effective strategies to achieve targeted goals.
- Increased revenue by assisting with operations management, sales and marketing efforts.
- Drove industry-leading profit increase by transforming production process and aligning sales targets to meet dynamic industry conditions.
- Developed and implemented annual budgeting processes to align with organizational financial goals.
- Analyzed financial reports to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for operational improvements.
Education
Business Management
University of Texas
Dallas Dallas, TxAssociates - Business Administration
North Lake College
Irving, TxHigh School Diploma - undefined
Lake Highland High School
Dallas, TxSkills
- Delegation
- Budget development
- Client account management
- Relationship building
- Inventory management
- Employee reviews
- Product development
- Business Development
- Effective leader
- Coaching and mentoring
- Teamwork
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking abilities
- Team building
- Business Leadership
- Department Oversight
- Financial Statement Review
- Originality and Creativity
- Sales Tracking
- Policy Development and Enforcement
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Maximizing Profitability
- Performance Improvement
- Profit and Loss Control
- Online Auctions
- Interviewing and Prescreening
- Logistics
- Operational efficiency
- Operations oversight
- Strategic planning and execution
- Decision-making
- Goal setting
- Revenue growth
- Team Leadership
Certification
- Certified Van Tuyl Finance school in Kansas City Mo
- Certified Van Tuyl Finance school in Dallas Tx
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director of Operations
YouDrive Auto
02.2023 - 06.2025
General Manager
Tradeline Motors LLC
07.2022 - 02.2023
CEO/Partner
Extreme Sports Cars LLC
07.2019 - 07.2022
General Manager
Empire Exotic Motors
02.2015 - 07.2019
Senior Sales Director
Tricolor Auto
07.2012 - 02.2015
General Manager
Dallas Roaster
03.2010 - 07.2012
Finance Director
Van Chevrolet
03.2002 - 03.2010
Associates - Business Administration
North Lake College
High School Diploma - undefined
Lake Highland High School
Business Management
University of Texas