Brian Pinkerton
About Brian Pinkerton
Brian Pinkerton is the Director of Dealer Success - Major Accounts at AutoFi, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in client success and sales management, with previous roles at TrueCar, AutoNationDirect.com, and Nationwide Lending Corporation.
Work at AutoFi
Brian Pinkerton serves as the Director of Dealer Success - Major Accounts at AutoFi since 2020. In this role, he focuses on enhancing dealer relationships and ensuring successful implementation of digital retail solutions. His responsibilities include advocating for a digital sales process that enables consumers to complete their purchase either remotely or in-store. This approach is designed to meet consumer expectations while also supporting dealership profitability.
Previous Experience at TrueCar, Inc.
Prior to joining AutoFi, Brian Pinkerton worked at TrueCar, Inc. as a Client Success Manager from 2016 to 2019. During his three years in this position, he was based in Phoenix, Arizona. His role involved managing client relationships and ensuring that clients successfully utilized TrueCar's services to enhance their business operations.
Career at Nationwide Lending Corporation
Brian Pinkerton worked at Nationwide Lending Corporation as a Sales Manager from 2002 to 2010. His tenure lasted eight years and took place in Irvine, California. In this position, he was responsible for overseeing sales operations and managing a team to achieve sales targets.
Experience at AutoNationDirect.com, Inc.
From 2010 to 2016, Brian Pinkerton held the position of Regional Sales Manager at AutoNationDirect.com, Inc. for six years in Costa Mesa, California. In this role, he managed sales strategies and operations within his region, contributing to the overall success of the company.
Education and Expertise
Brian Pinkerton studied at Orange Coast College, where he earned an Associate's degree from 1998 to 2001. His educational background, combined with his extensive experience in sales and client success, has equipped him with the skills necessary to excel in his current role and advocate for effective digital retail solutions.