Experienced business leader with a strong background in operations, budget forecasting, policy writing, financial reporting, customer relationship management, and inventory control. Proven ability to build teams, guide daily service, and support long-term business growth.
Overview
52
52
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
MMVSC, MMDAS
Hebron, Indiana
03.2013 - Current
Directed MMVSC and MMDAS business operations and daily service delivery.
Managed budgets and financial planning to ensure fiscal health of MMVSC and MMDAS.
Oversaw staffing, hiring, and training to build skilled teams for MMVSC and MMDAS.
Developed company policies for MMVSC and MMDAS workplace standards.
Led planning meetings and guided long-term growth initiatives.
Reviewed performance reports and adjusted strategies for operational needs.
Built customer relationships and handled client concerns professionally.
Sales, F&I, MGR, GSM, GM, Director of Operations
General Motors, Dodge, Ford, Nissan, Toyota
Chicago Land Area, Illinois
02.1984 - 03.2012
Structured financing and insurance options for General Motors, Dodge, Ford, Nissan, and Toyota customers.
Verified credit applications and lender requirements for auto financing approvals.
Coordinated with sales teams on deal structure and customer financing needs.
Maintained relationships with lenders, banks, and credit unions for vehicle funding.
Trained dealership staff on finance menus, paperwork flow, and customer presentation.
Monitored changes in laws, regulations, industry standards related to finance and insurance activities.
Facilitated training sessions for staff members on various aspects of finance and insurance operations.
Listened carefully to customer complaints and swiftly resolved issues by taking appropriate action.
Stayed abreast of lending regulations, industry trends and market rates.
Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
Delivered exceptional client experiences through hands-on leadership of associates and managers.
Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments.
Identified areas of improvement in current business practices and collaborated with other departments to develop action plans for implementation.
Conducted regular meetings with the senior management team to review progress against established objectives.
Oversaw daily workflow, staffing, and service coordination for dealership operations.
Area Sales Manager
Hako Minuteman
Addison, I’ll
02.1982 - 02.1984
Developed territory sales plans for commercial floor care solutions.
Managed regional dealer accounts for Hako Minuteman cleaning equipment.
Built relationships with distributors, contractors, and end users.
Presented product features for sweepers, scrubbers, and vacuums.
Foreman, General Foreman
Rockwell, Wisconsin Steel, Reynolds, Kaiser
Chicago, McCook, Newark, Illinois, Ohio
10.1974 - 01.1982
Led crew on steel production lines at Rockwell and Wisconsin Steel, ensuring optimal workflow.
Monitored safety practices during furnace, mill, and crane activities.
Assigned daily tasks to team members to improve workflow. on Reynolds and Kaiser shop floor operations to meet production targets.
Trained new workers on equipment checks and plant procedures, enhancing their readiness and safety awareness.
Coordinated maintenance requests with mechanics and production teams.
Inspected work areas for quality, housekeeping, and compliance.
Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Law Enforcement
Thornton Community College
Thornton, IL
Skills
Budget management
Financial analysis
Client relationship management
Client relationship management
Digital marketing strategy
Inventory management
Client relationship management
Accomplishments
NUMBER ONE IN THE ZONE FOR PRODUCTION & CUSTOMER SATISFACTION IN THE FOR TOYOTA