Abe Samari has extensive work experience in the automotive industry, with a focus on strategy, sales operations, and data analysis. Abe currently holds the position of Director of Retail Strategy at Swickard Auto Group since 2021. Prior to this, they worked at Mercedes-Benz USA for ten years, where they held various roles including U.S. Network Strategy Manager and U.S. Sales Operations Manager. In these positions, they led teams and implemented technology-enabled strategies to drive growth and improve decision-making. Before Mercedes-Benz, they worked at Lexus for several years, where they held roles such as Lexus Zone Sales Manager and Lexus Zone Service & Parts Manager. These roles allowed him to develop strong skills in sales, account management, and service turnaround. Abe began their career at Toyota North America, where they gained experience in data analysis, marketing, and customer assistance. Abe Samari's work experience is marked by a strong track record of success and strategic leadership in the automotive industry.
Abe Samari's education history can be summarized as follows:
Abe Samari attended Eastwood High School from 1992 to 1996, where they completed their high school education without pursuing any specific degree or field of study.
From 1996 to 2001, Abe Samari attended the UNM Anderson School of Management, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with a focus on Marketing.
In the year 2000, Abe Samari participated in an exchange program at The University of Edinburgh, where they studied Business and Advertising for a brief period.
In 2008, Abe Samari completed a course on NADA Financial Statement Analysis as part of the University of Toyota Automotive Leadership program.
In 2009, Abe Samari attended the NADA Advanced Fixed & Variable Operations Management course offered by the University of Toyota Automotive Leadership program. The specific field of study for this program is not provided in the available information.
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