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TYLER STEPANIAK

Mount Juliet,TN

Summary

Strategic sales and account management leader with 10+ years of experience driving revenue growth, client retention, and team performance across automotive and insurance industries. Proven track record of exceeding sales targets, managing high-value customer portfolios, and coaching teams to improve conversion, profitability, and long-term customer loyalty.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant General Manager/Sales Manager

DriveTime Automotive Group
Nashville, TN
09.2025 - Current

• Lead and coach a three-person sales team while overseeing daily store operations and customer

experience

• Drive an average of approximately 83 vehicle sales per month, consistently exceeding budget and revenue targets

• Coach team members on consultative selling, CRM follow-up, and closing strategies to improve

conversion and retention

• Oversee daily store operations while owning the end-to-end customer experience, repeat business, and revenue growth for the location

• Review and act on daily performance metrics including revenue, product penetration, and profitability

Senior Account Executive (formerly Senior Sales Advisor)

DriveTime Automotive Group
Nashville, TN
04.2024 - 09.2025
  • Owned a full-cycle customer portfolio from initial consultation through delivery, financing, and add-on products
  • Averaged 28 vehicle sales per month while achieving an 88% close rate on add-on and protection products
  • Executed 50+ outbound follow-up calls daily via CRM tools, advancing pipeline and closing active opportunities to boost sales.
  • Cultivated long-term client relationships within full-cycle portfolio, resulting in increased repeat business and improved customer satisfaction.
  • Supported store operations by opening and closing the location and processing POS transactions
  • Developed skills of junior sales staff to enhance overall team performance junior sales staff on best practices in sales techniques.
  • Negotiated client contracts to secure favorable terms and conditions, enhancing overall sales performance.
  • Addressed customer concerns to improve service delivery regarding product quality or service delivery.

Account Manager (Insurance)

AAA - The Auto Club Group
Nashville, TN
01.2020 - 04.2024
  • Managed personal book of business, consulting members to assess coverage needs and recommend tailored insurance solutions that aligned with their unique situations.
  • Generated $20K+ per month in property and casualty premiums through proactive outreach and cross-selling
  • Built long-term client relationships through ongoing follow-up, policy reviews, and renewal support
  • Analyzed client feedback to enhance service offerings and drive improvements.
  • Renewed existing accounts by building relationships, resulting in high client satisfaction and retention rates.
  • Represented company at trade shows and conferences, boosting brand visibility and establishing connections with potential clients.

Insurance Account Manager

US Health Advisors
Nashville, TN
06.2016 - 01.2020
  • Produced $300K+ in written policies across 17 states through disciplined pipeline management and follow-up
  • Conducted daily client consultations to assess needs, explain coverage options, and close new business
  • Oversaw client accounts, resolving inquiries regarding insurance policies to enhance client retention.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction.
  • Coordinated policy renewals and processed documents promptly to prevent coverage lapses for clients.
  • Led inside and outside sales, mentoring new agents in consultative selling techniques to enhance their performance.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN

Skills

  • Account Management
  • Client Retention & Expansion
  • Consultative Selling
  • Pipeline & CRM Management
  • Revenue Forecasting
  • Cross-Selling & Upselling
  • Sales Coaching
  • Performance Metrics & KPIs

Insurance & Financial Products

Certification

  • Insurance Producer License
  • Certified Sales Trainer (DriveTime Automotive Group)

Timeline

Assistant General Manager/Sales Manager

DriveTime Automotive Group
09.2025 - Current

Senior Account Executive (formerly Senior Sales Advisor)

DriveTime Automotive Group
04.2024 - 09.2025

Account Manager (Insurance)

AAA - The Auto Club Group
01.2020 - 04.2024

Insurance Account Manager

US Health Advisors
06.2016 - 01.2020

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Volunteer State Community College
TYLER STEPANIAK