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Nikolas Tousis

Nikolas Tousis

Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Finance & Insurance Director with 7 years of progressive automotive retail experience, spanning Product Specialist, F&I Manager, and dealership-level finance leadership. Proven track record of driving profitability, maximizing backend performance, and delivering exceptional customer experiences through compliant, consultative selling and strong lender relationships. Holds degrees in Finance and Political Science, with an MBA completion anticipated in 2026.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance & Insurance Director

Zeigler Automotive Group
07.2025 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with financial institutions to optimize service offerings.
  • Facilitated training sessions on finance products for sales staff to enhance product knowledge.
  • Reduced risk exposure by conducting thorough credit assessments and monitoring portfolio performance.
  • Negotiated favorable contract terms with vendors, securing cost savings for the company''s bottom line.

Finance & Insurance Manager

Zeigler Automotive Group
09.2021 - 07.2025
  • Developed and implemented finance strategies to optimize insurance product offerings.
  • Analyzed financial data to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and minimize risks.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance customer service in finance and insurance processes.
  • Trained and mentored staff on industry best practices and compliance requirements.

Product Specialist

Zeigler Automotive Group
04.2019 - 09.2021
  • Mentored junior staff on best practices for customer interaction and technical support relating to products.
  • Optimized inventory management, ensuring timely availability of products for customers.
  • Engaged directly with key clients to gather product feedback, fostering strong relationships and repeat business.
  • Optimized product pricing strategies to maximize profitability while maintaining competitive edge.

Education

Master of Science - Business

University of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI
05-2026

Master of Science - Political Science And Government

Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FL
04-2023

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FL
04-2023

Skills

  • Operational efficiency
  • Insurance underwriting
  • Cash flow management
  • Credit analysis
  • Investment management
  • Tax compliance
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving abilities

Timeline

Finance & Insurance Director

Zeigler Automotive Group
07.2025 - Current

Finance & Insurance Manager

Zeigler Automotive Group
09.2021 - 07.2025

Product Specialist

Zeigler Automotive Group
04.2019 - 09.2021

Master of Science - Business

University of Wisconsin

Master of Science - Political Science And Government

Nova Southeastern University

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Nova Southeastern University