Zachary Hafer
AUTOMOTIVE FINANCE • BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT • ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT
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About
Business development and finance professional with 13+ years of experience helping customers, dealerships, and financial institutions reach growth goals. Known for building trusted relationships, solving complex credit challenges, negotiating win-win outcomes, and driving revenue through consultative sales. Brings a unique background spanning automotive retail, lending, insurance, leadership, and outside sales.
Experience
Finance Manager at Faulkner Automotive Group (2025-01 – Present)
- Partner with financial institutions to secure financing across a broad credit spectrum.
- Increase profitability through consultative financial product presentations.
- Build long-term lender relationships while maintaining regulatory compliance.
- Guide customers through complex financial decisions with a solution-focused approach.
Desk Manager at Kelly Buick GMC (2025-01 – 2025-12)
- Led deal strategy, lender placement, and funding decisions supporting the sales team.
- Collaborated with leadership to improve approvals and profitability.
Sales / Fleet Manager at Nucar Nissan (2025-01 – 2025-12)
- Developed commercial accounts, referral partnerships, and outside business opportunities.
- Expanded market reach beyond traditional showroom traffic.
Sales Consultant at Faulkner Nissan (2023-01 – 2025-12)
- Built a referral-driven book of business through exceptional customer service.
- Specialized in financing solutions for challenging credit situations.
Independent Insurance Agent at Valor Insurance (2022-01 – 2023-12)
- Delivered commercial insurance solutions while developing new business through networking.
Sales Consultant at Kelly Nissan (2013-01 – 2022-12)
- Built a referral-driven book of business through exceptional customer service.
- Specialized in financing solutions for challenging credit situations.
