Stephanie Sanchez Walters (She/Her)
About Stephanie Sanchez Walters (She/Her)
Stephanie Sanchez Walters is an Area Growth Leader at Ally with extensive experience in sales, finance, and law enforcement, and she advocates for diversity, inclusion, and equity within organizational culture.
Current Role at Ally
Stephanie Sanchez Walters has been serving as an Area Growth Leader at Ally since 2021. In this position, she is responsible for driving regional growth and expanding market presence. She operates within the Central Region, leveraging her vast experience in sales and development to achieve organizational goals.
Previous Experience at Ally
Before becoming an Area Growth Leader, Stephanie held the role of Senior Regional Dealer Development Specialist at Ally from 2018 to 2021. Based in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area, she focused on fostering relationships with regional dealers and enhancing dealer performance, which significantly contributed to the success of Ally's dealer network.
Education and Certifications
Stephanie holds a degree in Organizational Leadership from Concordia University-St. Paul, earned between 2021 and 2023. She also has an Associate of Arts in Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysis from Minneapolis Community and Technical College and an Associate of Arts in Criminology from North Hennepin Community College. Additionally, she has studied Political Science and Government at Inver Hills Community College and holds a high school diploma from Rosemount Sr. High. Stephanie is also certified in emotional intelligence, a skill that complements her sales expertise.
Past Roles in Automotive Sales and Finance
Stephanie has extensive experience in the automotive industry, having served in several key positions. She worked as a New Car Sales Manager/Finance at Morrie's Automotive Group/Genesis Hyundai from 2017 to 2018, and as a Sales Manager/Business Development Manager at Polar Chevrolet Mazda from 2015 to 2016. Earlier roles include Finance Director at Walser Automotive Group and Finance Manager at Wilkins Auto Mall.
Advocacy and Organizational Culture
Stephanie is a strong advocate for diversity, inclusion, and equity within organizational culture. She focuses on resolving cultural issues that can negatively impact organizations, using her unique combination of skills in human behavior and sales to drive organizational success. Her efforts aim to create a more inclusive and equitable work environment.