Mikesh Patel
Plaquemine,LA
Summary
Dynamic professional with proven expertise in sales management and operations. Skilled in financial structuring and contract negotiation, driving profitability while optimizing guest experiences. Dynamic sales leader with expertise in operations management and contract negotiation. Proven track record in enhancing profitability and optimizing guest experiences in the automotive and hospitality industries.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Principal
Prestige Automotive Group
Plaquemine, Louisiana
04.2021 - Current
- Founded and operated a full-service, independent car dealership, overseeing sales, inventory, finance, and daily operations.
- Negotiated pricing, financing terms, and contracts to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw vehicle reconditioning, inspections, repairs, and vendor relationships to ensure retail-ready inventory.
- Structured and processed financing, title, registration, and compliance documentation in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Implemented marketing strategies across online marketplaces, social media, and local advertising channels.
Managing Director
Lake St. Louis Hotel Group
Lake Saint Louis, Missouri
05.2018 - 11.2020
- Directed overall hotel operations, including front office, housekeeping, maintenance, food and beverage, and sales.
- Led, trained, and evaluated department heads and staff to ensure high performance and service standards.
- Managed annual budgets, forecasting, P&L statements, and cost-control initiatives to maximize profitability.
- Oversaw guest experience strategy, resolved escalated issues, and maintained high satisfaction and review scores.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Stanislaus College
Bay Saint Louis, MS05-2014
Some College (No Degree) - Construction Management
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LASkills
- Sales management
- Financial structuring
- Contract negotiation
- Procurement oversight
- Operations management
- Guest experience optimization
Timeline
Managing Principal
Prestige Automotive Group
04.2021 - Current
Managing Director
Lake St. Louis Hotel Group
05.2018 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
St. Stanislaus College
Some College (No Degree) - Construction Management
Louisiana State University