Anthony Padavano

The world of sales and finance has completely changed over the years. If you don't keep up with the trends of advertisement and training, you'll slowly fall behind the pack. The most important aspect of this position is knowing I'm here to work for my sales team. They don't work for me. Everyday my goal is to find ways to make us all better and successful. Sitting content and stagnant will not work in this industry.

Sales Manager at Coleman Powersports (2015-03 – Present)

Results-driven Sales Manager with over 10 years of leadership experience at Coleman Powersports, overseeing sales operations in a high-volume, multi-line dealership environment representing 15 OEM brands. Proven ability to drive sustained revenue growth, improve operational efficiency, and lead high-performing sales teams in competitive retail markets. Demonstrated success achieving over 20% year-over-year company growth from 2024–2025, with projected continued growth exceeding 10% in 2026 through strategic leadership, customer retention initiatives, process improvement, and performance-driven sales management.

• Lead daily sales operations for a high-volume powersports dealership representing 15 OEM brands across motorcycles, ATVs, side-by-sides, personal watercraft, and power equipment
• Drove company sales growth exceeding 20% year-over-year from 2024–2025, with an additional projected 10%+ increase in 2026
• Recruit, train, mentor, and manage sales staff to improve closing ratios, customer experience, and overall team performance
• Implemented structured sales and CRM follow-up processes that increased lead conversion and customer retention
• Collaborate with Finance & Insurance (F&I), service, and parts departments to maximize profitability and operational efficiency
• Analyze KPIs, market trends, and inventory performance to develop strategic sales initiatives and improve dealership revenue
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, manufacturers, and internal departments to ensure long-term business growth
• Assist with inventory planning, merchandising strategy, promotional events, and digital lead management
• Consistently recognized for leadership, operational execution, and delivering exceptional customer satisfaction

Sales Manager/Finance Manager at GOAZ Motorcycles (2024-01 – 2024-12)

• Develop monthly and annual objectives for department
• Set policies and procedures
• Maintain budgeted revenue and expenditures
• Train all sales associates
• Set quotas in relation to skill level
• Initiate and maintain an inventory control system along with gross profit objectives
• MTD unit growth every month
• Maintaining a 1.8pc average
• Sustaining 11-12% margin on new units
• Sustaining 20-24% margin on used units
• Maintaining 1100-1300 per copy in finance
• Ensure acceptable levels of gross and net profit
• Manage all paperwork and financing to customers with acceptable profit levels
• Staying up to date on all new pricing while staying compliant with OEM regulations
• Keeping aggressive but profitable prices on used units while watching the market
• Keep constant watch for new talent while maintaining hiring/firing duties

High school diploma – Perkiomen School