David Vivian

David Vivian has over 30 years of experience in the automotive refinish industry. David began their career in 1990 as a Marketing - Color with Sherwin Williams Automotive Finishes. In 2000, they moved to Akzo Nobel Car Refinishes as a Territory Sales Manager. From 2004 to 2008, they worked as a Product Manager for US Chemical. David then moved to SEM Products, Inc. in 2008, where they held the same role. In 2016, they became the Director of Brand Development for Aerosol Refinish Solutions, where they developed and executed a strategic business plan with attention to sales objectives, product development, pricing, and marketing collateral. David also provided regional sales support, including identifying, hiring, and training field staff. In 2017, they became the Territory Sales Manager for PBE Jobbers Warehouse, Inc., where they were responsible for direct sales to strategic PBE accounts in a three state territory with focus on coatings and specialty chemicals. In 2021, they joined DealerShop\u2122 as their Director of Sales.

David Vivian has attended Ohio State University. David also holds a Certificate of Completion in Essentials of Project Management from the American Management Association obtained in October 2010.