General Manager
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Over the past three decades, I have cultivated a successful career in the retail sales industry, progressing through various roles such as commission sales, business development, finance and insurance, and general management. As an individual driven by a strong sense of achievement, I thrive in environments where the attainment of goals not only benefits the continued success of the organization but also facilitates professional advancement within the field. My experience encompasses sales, finance, and management of accounts ranging from a few thousand dollars to developments and agricultural exemptions valued in the millions.
Throughout each engagement, I have consistently maintained a meticulous approach and a singular focus on maximizing overall profitability while upholding principles that align with market share growth.
General Manager - Blue Compass RV - Ft. Worth
(2024-02)
Responsible for maintaining and reducing store expenditures while simultaneously increasing local market share and overall store PVR. This involves managing and recruiting sales, finance, and fixed operations staff to establish a cohesive and effective team aligned with the aforementioned objectives. Regularly attend monthly P&L reviews and group strategy meetings to facilitate the exchange of ideas on expenditure savings and customer growth and retention.
Conduct weekly meetings to establish and review individual departmental goals. Identify systemic trends that may adversely impact team success. Furthermore, identify employees who may be or are struggling to assist HR in maintaining and supporting a healthy and productive work environment.
Implement an "open door" approach to ensure effective communication between customers and employees. This approach will help mitigate potential risks and customer service failures.
Sales Manager - Camping World Alvarado / Camping World Ft.Worth
(2022-08 - 2024-02)
Beyond initial training, the role is responsible for maximizing front and backend profitability, with a focus on enhancing PVR percentages in both areas. Additionally, the individual will learn best practices for KPI management and improvement.
Responsibilities also include maintaining a positive and supportive work environment for all employees. This involves fostering a culture of positive growth and personal development within the sales department. Furthermore, the role entails supporting established processes that have demonstrated proven success at this location.
Finance Director - Texas RV Outlet / Motorhome Specialist
(2019-04 - 2022-08)
Responsible for maximizing back-end profits through increased sales, rate participation, and accessories. Additionally, responsible for structuring deals, submitting them, and communicating with both sales and clients to schedule deliveries and contracts. Further responsibilities included preparing funding packets and following through to ensure ultimate payment through drafts.
These duties were to be performed for two locations with a staff of 11 sales personnel, in coordination with two sales managers. Maintained lender relations and kept the owner informed of any changes in funding requirements, advance changes, and necessary stipulations of conditional approvals.
General Manager - Fun Town RV Denton
(2015-04 - 2019)
Responsible for the achievement of corporate sales and profitability goals, as well as the management of all departments and staff. In this capacity, I successfully grew the Denton location from its opening to the 14th largest recreational vehicle dealership in the state within a 12-month period. I established a cohesive and effective variable and fixed operations team, instilling in them a strong desire to consistently achieve above-average performance.
This team has since produced two other sales managers and one general manager within the same 12-month period, solely from the Denton location. The location continues to maintain the lowest turnover rate, the highest net revenue/sales ratio, and the most consistent growth of the outer stores.
Sales / Finance Manager / Sales Manager / Corporate Business Development - Fun Town RV Cleburne Superstore
(2012-02 - 2015-04)
General Sales Manager - Texas Auto Outlet / Pop's Auto Sales
(2011-03 - 2012-02)
Emergency Service Coordinator - Mooring Recovery and Reconstruction Co.
(2008-02 - 2011-01)
Responsible for on-site cold calling sales of fire and water damage mitigation services. This role necessitated my presence at fire or catastrophe scenes, where I endeavored to close clients who were often distracted and, in many instances, hostile to the idea of being approached.
Co-Owner (Family Business) - Quality Automotive Service
(2008-12 - 2010-02)
Responsible for maintaining books and accounting, I also oversee general automotive repair and web development within the business. The day-to-day operations are managed by my father, and my responsibilities are delegated as time permits.
Sales, Sales Manager, Finance Manager, General Manager (*pre-owned) - Fun Time RV Cleburne/ Luxury Touring Company
(2001-11 - 2008-12)
Responsible for individual unit sales, with successful results leading to advancement through the management chain. Ultimately achieved the number one position in used RV sales in Texas as the Lot Manager of Fun Time Select (used division), resulting in the presentation of a personally created business plan for Luxury Touring Company. This plan was accepted, and I was appointed as a Managing Partner, holding a 25% share in the rental division.
Owner / Primary Trustee - North Texas Economic
(2004-08 - 2006-10)
Provided comprehensive services encompassing community organization and support, as well as the establishment of crime watch organizations within developments initially constructed by my clients. Promoted future development through charitable contributions to local churches and schools, thereby enhancing community livability. Arranged for the political support of local leaders who prioritized the well-being of these communities.
Sales and Finance Manager - McClain's RV Superstore, Denton
(1996-06 - 2001-09)
Successfully sold and later financed trailers and motor homes, consistently achieving high closing ratios and penetration rates for additional finance options such as credit life and extended service policies.
Diploma - Western Hills High School
Bachelor - Liberal Arts (History) - Texas Wesleyan University