Michael Bradenham
Automotive Sales
Midlothian,VA
Summary
Experienced auto sales professional, recently relocated to Virginia, seeking sales position with successful and reputable auto dealer. Over ten years of dealer experience in new and pre-owned vehicle sales. Consistently achieved sales and CSI objectives. Versed in internet sales and vehicle finance. Ready to start immediately.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Finance Manager and Sales Professional
Asbury Automotive Group
06.2016 - 01.2024
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Managed 60 to 125 retain finance transactions per month.
- Compiled closing packages for drafting and presentation accuracy.
- Obtained copies of applicants' credit histories and reviewed paperwork to determine feasibility of granting loans.
- Explained very technical financial information to applicants in easy to understand language.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
Business Development Manager and Sale Associate
Hendrick Automotive Group
07.2012 - 06.2016
- Coordinated innovative strategies to accomplish marketing objectives and boost long-term profitability.
- Managed up to 500 internet leads per month, reaching out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person.
- Developed and implemented favorable pricing structures balancing firm objectives against customer targets.
- Devised effective marketing, sales and other promotional initiatives.
- Incorporated product changes into marketing messages to drive customer engagement and maximize profits.
- Negotiated contracts and closed sales with new and existing clients.
- Boosted revenue by bringing in and cementing relationships with new clients and optimizing servicing of existing customer accounts.
Attorney-at-Law
Martin Law Firm LLP
08.2009 - 04.2012
- Filed timely case pleadings to meet firm deadlines for active caseloads of 30 - 50 litigants.
- Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Tracked and researched developing precedent and legislation in family law to maintain expertise and best advise and advocate for clients.
- Researched and wrote contracts, agreements, and proposals.
Education
J.D. - Law
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL 08.2006 - 06.2009
Master of Theological Studies - Religion And Culture
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA 07.2004 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Arts - History
Randolph-Macon College
Ashland, VA 08.2000 - 06.2004
Skills
Presentation and Public Speaking
Timeline
Finance Manager and Sales Professional
Asbury Automotive Group
06.2016 - 01.2024
Business Development Manager and Sale Associate
Hendrick Automotive Group
07.2012 - 06.2016
Attorney-at-Law
Martin Law Firm LLP
08.2009 - 04.2012
J.D. - Law
University of Florida
08.2006 - 06.2009
Master of Theological Studies - Religion And Culture
Harvard University
07.2004 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Arts - History
Randolph-Macon College
08.2000 - 06.2004