Dan Rowand

Experience

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  Sonic Automotive

  Jul 2002 - Feb 2010

  General Manager

  • Led a dynamic team of 67 employees as General Manager at Coast Cadillac, achieving less than a 20% annual turnover during General Motors' Bankruptcy.• Achieved the highest percentage increase in pre-owned vehicle sales vs. budget out of 14 Sonic owned Cadillac stores in 2009.• Earned Sonic Award for Excellence in Certified Pre-Owned sales at Honda of Santa Monica and Coast Cadillac.

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  Walter's Mercedes-Benz of Riverside

  Sept 2010 - Sept 2011

  Client/Lease Retention Manager

  • Utilized Auto Alert as the primary source of leads to increase sales retention by 20% and gross by 15% at Walter's Mercedes-Benz of Riverside.• Implemented creative strategies and leveraged industry knowledge to achieve the second-highest gross average in the dealership.• Enhanced customer satisfaction index (CSI) through effective client and lease retention management.

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  Irvine BMW

  Sept 2011 - Sept 2012

  Sales Manager

  • Led a team of 10 Sales Associates at Irvine BMW, achieving the highest volume and gross out of 3 sales teams.• Utilized CRM to track sales progress, held salespeople accountable, and utilized strong negotiation skills.• Successfully managed relationships with clients, resulting in increased sales and customer satisfaction.

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  Infiniti Of Riverside

  Jan 2013 - Jan 2014

  General Manager

  • Provided strategic leadership and direction to all departments at Infiniti Of Riverside, ensuring alignment with business goals.• Oversaw and ensured profitability in all departments, including new and used vehicles, finance, service, and parts.• Established and monitored performance goals for department managers, holding them accountable for results.

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  Glendale Infiniti

  Apr 2014 - Feb 2016

  Internet Sales Director

  • Managed online sales and lead generation activities, converting leads into sales.• Developed and implemented internet marketing strategies to drive website traffic and improve sales conversion rates.• Set monthly goals, ensuring the internet sales department consistently met or exceeded targets.

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  Imperio KIA and Imperio Nissan of San Juan Capistrano

  Mar 2016 - Dec 2016

  General Sales Manager

  • Optimized online marketing strategies to increase new and used car volume and gross by 20%.• Implemented a BDC to handle follow-up and incoming internet leads for both Nissan and Kia dealerships.• Oversaw operations at Imperio KIA and Imperio Nissan of San Juan Capistrano in Orange County, California.

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  TALON AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LLC

  Dec 2016 - Nov 2018

  General Sales Manager/Sales Manager - Orange Coast Auto Group

  • Led Alfa store from 40 units to 80+ units monthly, achieving #1 in the country through inventory management, deal-making, and exceptional customer service.• Made significant impact quickly with business knowledge and strategic decision-making.• Enhanced sales team performance and customer satisfaction through effective leadership and innovative strategies.

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  Horizon Solar Power

  Jan 2019 - Jun 2019

  Solar Sales Consultant

  • Proactively engaged new clients for solar installations through door-to-door canvassing.• Presented tailored solar solutions using solar design software to showcase financial benefits.• Achieved a 20% increase in client acquisition and revenue growth for Horizon Solar Power.

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  Infiniti of Oxnard

  Jul 2019 - Dec 2020

  General Sales Manager

  • Developed a high-performing sales team through coaching and motivation techniques.• Determined monthly and annual forecasts for unit sales and gross profit objectives.• Reduced operational costs by identifying inefficiencies and recommending improvements.

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  Breeze Funding, Inc.

  Mar 2021 - May 2021

  Mortgage Loan Originator

  • Cold called leads in a database to offer refinancing opportunities.• Qualified borrowers throughout the mortgage process in Virginia and California.• Achieved a high conversion rate of leads into successful refinancing deals.

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  Purpose Funding

  Aug 2021 - Nov 2021

  Mortgage Loan Officer

  • Cold called leads in a database to offer refinancing opportunities.• Qualified borrowers throughout the mortgage process in California.• Achieved a high conversion rate of leads into successful refinancing deals.

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  E Mortgage Capital, Inc.

  Feb 2022 - Feb 2023

  Mortgage Loan Officer

  • Analyzed client needs and offered tailored home loan options to meet their financial goals and current circumstances.• Overcame obstacles in the loan process to make it a seamless and enjoyable experience for borrowers.