Charlie Widman
About Charlie Widman
Charlie Widman is an Account Executive Finance at Ally with extensive experience in automotive finance and management.
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Charlie Widman is currently serving as an Account Executive in Finance at Ally, a role he has held since 2021. With extensive experience in the finance sector, he also previously worked at Ally as an Account Executive specializing in Dealer Products & Services (DP&S) from 2017 to 2021 in Minnesota.
Professional Experience
Charlie Widman's career includes significant roles in the automotive finance industry. Before his current role at Ally, he managed business operations at Jeff Belzers Chevrolet as Business Manager in Lakeville, MN from 2016 to 2017. His prior experience also includes a 9-year tenure as Finance Lead at Luther Brookdale Chevrolet, Buick Pontiac GMC in Brooklyn Center and serving as Finance Manager at Stillwater Ford and Inver Grove Toyota in Inver Grove Heights, MN from 2004 to 2006.
Education and Expertise
Charlie Widman attained an Associate's degree in Business Administration and Management from Globe University-Woodbury, studying there from 2003 to 2005. His expertise in the field is highlighted by his master certification as a financial services manager with Ford Motor Company, Toyota Scion, and the JM&A Group. Additionally, he holds a Senior AFIP Certification, signifying advanced knowledge in automotive finance and insurance.
Achievements in Finance Management
In his career, Charlie Widman has demonstrated considerable success in finance management. Notably, he increased department sales from $500 per copy to over $1,000 within a three-month period. He also formed new relationships with multiple lenders and achieved the number one position in the state for loan volume with several of them. His track record includes training 20 finance managers, some of whom had no prior sales experience, who have since become successful in their careers.