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Jeffrey Butler

President at AutoNation Finance - Board Chair- Activities, Recreation & Care

AutoNationIrvine, CA

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Experience34+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

Growth-driven, analytical, and seasoned executive, with progressive background and proven expertise in overseeing financial and banking operations, involving ABS issuance, sales, servicing, underwriting, and funding. Expert at executing business optimization initiatives, including developing and instituting financial operational processes, as well as implementing effective sales strategies to boost revenue and strengthen market share. Adept at overseeing cross-functional teams to drive strong and sustainable productivity gains to fulfill organizational goals. Effective at establishing and maintaining constructive relationships with the C-level management, partners, and key clients to secure business deal.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • AutoNationCurrent
    Apr 2017–Present· 9 yrs 5 mos
    • PresidentCurrent
      Apr 2017–Present
  • Sep 2012–Apr 2017· 4 yrs 7 mos
    • Vice President of Originations
      Sep 2012–Apr 2017
  • Feb 2008–Sep 2012· 4 yrs 7 mos
    • Director CFS Central All Regions
      Feb 2008–Sep 2012
  • 2007–2008· 1 yr
    • AVP & Regional Sales Manager
      2007–2008
  • Dec 1998–2008· 9 yrs 1 mo
    • VP, RSM & Credit Manager
      Dec 1998–2008
  • Jun 1998–Dec 1998· 6 mos
    • Credit Underwriter
      Jun 1998–Dec 1998
  • 1996–May 1998· 2 yrs 4 mos
    • Credit Underwriter
      1996–May 1998
  • 1992–1996· 4 yrs
    • Cryptologic Technician
      1992–1996

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Change ManagementProject ManagementOrganizational LeadershipTeam LeadershipProduct DevelopmentProject PlanningAdvertisingRetail SalesFinanceAutomotiveRetail MarketingProfitMarket ResearchCredit Risk ManagementRetailUnderwritingLeadership DevelopmentCreditOperations ManagementForecasting