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Ira Mitchell

Urbandale,IA

Summary

A consistent top performer in Sales/Marketing and Dealership management. More than 25 years of a proven record of accomplishments in both areas. Process-Driven and adept at cultivating productive client relationships through positive rapport, tailored solutions and client engagement. Energetic financial services professional highly effective at working with clients of all levels and backgrounds. Friendly and personable with adaptable approach. Most recent success supporting client financial goals through astute investment guidance.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Financial Consultant

First Heartland Financial Group
Clive, IA
10.2022 - Current
  • Provided ethical, objective and holistic financial planning advice to clients.
  • Implemented financial plans and insurance strategies specifically tailored to client's financial goals.
  • Coordinated and participated in group presentations on financial services to attract new clients.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Cadillac Sales Manager

Willis Automotive Group
Des Moines, IA
10.2015 - 07.2022

Brands: Cadillac,Lexus,Land Rover,Jaguar,Volvo,Infinity,Mini,Nissan,Chevrolet

  • My responsibilities included managing, protecting and directing company assets toward visionary levels of profitability. Developing talent with complimentary skill sets needed for execution of systems and processes was considered top priority. Exceeded manufacturer and company sales objectives and improved profitability by aligning sales strategies and business plans with market trends.

GM Brand Sales Manager

Shottenkirk Auto Group
Fort Madison, IA
10.2014 - 09.2015

Brands: Cadillac, GMC, Chevrolet, Buick

  • I was entrusted to be an integral part of a management team responsible for the reinstallation of systems, processes and personnel into a new facility. Consistently achieved and exceeded sales objectives. Improved operating profit in the 1st year through incremental revenue generation and sales training.

GM Brand Sales Manager

Shottenkirk Auto Group
Mt. Pleasant, IA
01.2013 - 09.2014

Brands: Cadillac, GMC, Chevy, Buick, Chrysler, Dodge, Ram, Jeep

  • Encouraged team members to meet and exceed objectives by setting goals, tracking performance daily and implementing improvement strategies. Responsibilities included inventory management, ordering, onboarding and training. Teamed up with the guest and sales professional to resolve any transactional barriers to the final sale

General Manager GM Brands

Deery Brothers Chevrolet
West Burlington, IA
05.2010 - 08.2012

Brands: Cadillac, Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda

  • Responsible for coordinating efforts to produce results that were compliant with the General Motors Dealer's Performance Agreement. Daily monitoring and measuring of sales volume, Standards for Excellence (SFE), Customer Satisfaction Index(CSI) and Retail Sales Index(RSI) was a major area of concentration. Succeeded in securing the Dealer Franchise Agreement.

General Sales Manager

Deery Brothers Chevrolet
Pleasant Hill, IA
05.2009 - 05.2010

Brands: Chevrolet

  • Assisted in opening Greenfield Image Point. Approximately a 60,000 square foot new facility and Iowa's first Green Leeds Certified dealership. Responsible for the recruitment and subsequent onboarding of sales and management personnel. Coordinated Advertising/Marketing efforts to stay consistent with the overall business plan.

Education

State Certified - Life Insurance & Accident & Health/Fixed Annuities

State of Iowa & Arizona
10-2022

Certified Dealership Management - Dealership Operations Training

NADA Dealer Candidate Academy
McLean, VA

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing Management And Research

University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA

Skills

  • Profit and Revenue-Generating Strategies
  • Persuasive Negotiations
  • Relationship Building
  • Brand-Building Strategies
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Team Recruiting and Onboarding
  • Problem-Solving
  • Making Insurance Decisions
  • Developing Financial Plans
  • Risk Assessment

Accomplishments

  • GM Mark of Excellence Sales Manager Award 4 Years
  • Top 10 North Central Region Cadillac Sales Leader
  • Consistent #1 District Cadillac Sales Leader(IA,MN,SD,ND)
  • Top 85 ranked Cadillac Auto Group Nationally

Timeline

Financial Consultant

First Heartland Financial Group
10.2022 - Current

Cadillac Sales Manager

Willis Automotive Group
10.2015 - 07.2022

GM Brand Sales Manager

Shottenkirk Auto Group
10.2014 - 09.2015

GM Brand Sales Manager

Shottenkirk Auto Group
01.2013 - 09.2014

General Manager GM Brands

Deery Brothers Chevrolet
05.2010 - 08.2012

General Sales Manager

Deery Brothers Chevrolet
05.2009 - 05.2010

State Certified - Life Insurance & Accident & Health/Fixed Annuities

State of Iowa & Arizona

Certified Dealership Management - Dealership Operations Training

NADA Dealer Candidate Academy

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing Management And Research

University of Northern Iowa
Ira Mitchell