John Blackwell Jr.

John Blackwell Jr. is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in sales and management across various industries. Currently serving as the Upgrade Advantage Manager at Capital Ford, Inc. in Raleigh, NC since May 2015, and as Pre-Owned Manager at Southern States Automotive Group since January 2015, John has a strong track record in hiring, training, managing sales staff, and negotiating deals. Previous roles include Sales Consultant at Southern States Automotive Pre-Owned and Retail Accounts Manager at Network Communications, Inc., showcasing a proven ability in new business development and account management. Early career experience includes managing a restaurant and owning a retail business focused on trading cards and memorabilia. John holds a degree from North Carolina State University, earned between 1989 and 1993.