Powering the future of Automotive with unparalleled consumer and commercial data solutions by working with auto industry leaders, especially with a focus on connecting OEMs, Tier 1 Agencies, Dealer Groups, Emerging Technologies, EV & Infrastructure, Rideshare, Aftermarket and more. I can help you maximize smart and strategic growth and ROI.

As part of the Leadership Effectiveness team, I empower our sales leaders (Senior Directors to VPs) across Retail and Enterprise by contributing to the discovery, design, implementation, and execution of development programs in support of CAI's 22 billion-dollar venture.

In this role, I worked in a heavily matrixed environment with the Retail Strategic Sales Directors to retain and grow their 700m annual book of business by leading effective deal analysis, financial planning, and deal strategy conversations. Made strategic recommendations on packaging and pricing including facilitating multi-product sales that combined solutions across the various Cox Automotive portfolio of acquired businesses. Kept an eye on balancing retention, growth and protecting business margins. Lead account-specific deal creation in partnership with sales leaders from first pencil to proposal to contracting.

CDK Digital was bought by Ansira and became Sincro - here I continued working with the largest dealer groups in the US on strategic business development and growth via Sincro's marketing technology stack, automotive website development and cutting-edge advertising and audience targeting solutions.

One of two national account Directors - worked with our Dealer Group Agency, organizational leaders and field sales teams to maintain and grow business partnerships with the largest automotive dealer groups in the industry.

Director of Marketing for Boyd Automotive Group ("Boyd Cars of Virginia"; "Charles Boyd Automotive") spanning NC and VA. I served as a strategic marketing leader across all dealer group points and brands including GM, Honda. CDJR and Pre-Owned dealerships. Position reported to Dealer Principle and coordinated with organization's sales leaders. Spearheaded development, adoption, coordination and training in-dealership of multiple marketing/sales initiatives to improve overall point and group operations and marketing.

TransUnion is a global leader in helping financial-services companies understand consumer behavior and operate profitably. As a Business Development Executive on Automotive Lending Major Accounts I worked with the nation's leading financial institutions on leveraging big data, analytics and emerging tools in the automotive space for marketing and acquisition, risk management, portfolio management and recovery strategies. I have a special focus and function as a subject matter expert for Automotive lines of business and Indirect and Direct lending.TU was the first data provider with trending time-series, FCRA and non-FCRA data, as well as the first to combine alternative and credit data to provide precision and efficiency for our customers. Our customers appreciate our thought leadership and expertise across verticals and how we help them stay ahead of trends and find new ways to grow without changing their risk tolerance.

I consulted dealers on how to leverage digital advertising and technology to increase profitability and effectively connect with modern car-shoppers. I spent four years at Johnson Automotive where, as Marketing Manager, I liaised with the manufacturers, dealership management team and sales force. I strategically managed a multi-million dollar budget with a sharp eye on ROI and recouped over two million in co-op funds, drove down ad spend per car and supported several stores to becoming number one volume dealers in their districts and beyond. I know the NC market and I've studied and worked in advertising for over a decade. I joined Cobalt because they are the leader in Automotive Digital Advertising technology and I'm excited to provide my expertise combined with their resources to help dealers prosper.• 2015 Board of Directors Award• 2015 President’s Club Award• 2015 Pewter Award Winner • Ended FY15 at 180%+ of annual plan.• Achieved ~$2.8 million in new sales revenue in 2015• Trusted digital marketing, technology and business best practices adviser for Dealer Principles and stakeholders in 50-80+ dealerships across NC, VA and SC. • Expertly coordinated account management and cross-functional teams to streamline communication and implementation/value delivery to clients between CDK Global solution assets and services and dealership stakeholders.• Managed a fluctuating territory including key, maintenance and discovery accounts.• Strong self-motivation and self-structuring abilities highlighted by success in this very independent work-from-home/in-field business development position.• Adapted and consistently achieved success in a rapidly changing business environment during company’s IPO, major account changes and management restructuring.• Passionate life-long learner who closely monitored emerging and evolving digital, marketing and data trends to distill insights and value-added consulting for my clients.

Part of the Management Leadership team for group of automotive dealerships spanning east cost.Collaborated with OEMs and their Tier 1- 2 agencies on the strategic development implementation of all channels of marketing and advertising for our group's eight retail franchises. Close monitoring of multi-million dollar marketing budget and co-op programs. Hired, developed and managed multi-channel marketing executives. Intense community involvement in commercial and charitable initiatives.Poised public speaker and comfortable on-air media persona.

Implemented marketing programs for all dealerships including management & maintenance of all digital platforms, design & production of creative assets, and inbound marketing content creation.

Managed the location & lead the sales team at this exclusive Gallery located in Aspen, Colorado. Sold original artwork by master artists including Picasso, Chagall, and Matisse. Grossed $200k+ in short 3 month seasons. Exceeded sales quotas and made bonus each month. Supervised two direct reports.• Built and sustained high-level client relationships with collectors, new-sales & repeat clients.• Elevated gallery marketing & CSI by creating client-customized webpages for product presentation and communication to facilitate long distance sales.• Managed all gallery operations including the facility, remote in-home-showings, shipping, and inventory.

Developed new business for a new product offering by cold-calling on all post-production houses located in the Los Angeles market. • Landed "Ugly Betty", the first major TV post-production account for the LADB's new digital post-production screening product which opened the door for a broader relationship with the ABC television network. • Presented to top-level production executives, producers, studio executives from ABC, MGM, and United Artists.• Developed marketing & branding materials to supplement & support B2B presentations.• Up-sold highly technical product via inside-sales to existing and new clients.• Oversaw other rep’s outside sales performance and handled follow-up.• Earned new business by cold-calling, developing champions, and providing product expertise support for the company's Digital Distribution and Tracking System for post-production workflow.

I worked for myself for several years while I seriously pursued acting. I studied & worked in TV & Film in NY and LA. Alumni of:• The Strasberg Institute for Theater & Film | NY, NY | www.methodactingstrasberg.com/ • Playhouse West School and Repertory Theatre | North Hollywood, CA | www.playhousewest.net• Brian Reise Acting Studios | LA, CA | www.brianreise.comFreelance Clients Included:COOL HAND PROMOTIONS | www.coolhandpromotions.comI provided graphic design & original illustration for creative proposals and promo products for major motion picture clients including Coraline, Seven Pounds. Other clients included Fuel TV, Oxygen Network, EA games, Roxy, Slappys, Skate, C. Designed under strict deadlines: product comps, apparel graphics, event collateral, and signage.HIP HOP INTERNATIONAL | www.hiphopinternational.com I designed promotional & event materials for Hip Hop International, a producer of multiple live and televised street dance competitions including MTV's Randy Jackson presents America's Best Dance Crew and the USA Hip Hop Dance Championship. TIER ONE TUTORS | www.tieronetutors.comI created the Tier One Tutors corporate branding & marketing materials including their colors, logo, tagline "Study Smart, Not Hard", brochures and direct mail marketing pieces.

I managed and implemented the installation of new IGEL thin client Software and Hardware in 50+ State Employee Credit Union ("SECU") Branches in central North Carolina. Responsibilities included:* Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with 50+ SECU Branch Managers during the installation of new IGEL thin client Software and Hardware on hundreds of SECU branch terminals.• Providing technical product training and support to all territory branches.• Scheduling & executing an installation timetable for the central territory of NC• Executing follow-up walk-throughs at multiple credit union locations to troubleshoot and ensure the success of the new software system.