Gabe Griffin
About Gabe Griffin
Gabe Griffin is the Director of Enterprise at AutoFi, where he has worked since 2021. He has a strong background in digital retail and sales management, with previous roles at Cox Automotive and Autotrader US.
Work at AutoFi
Gabe Griffin has been serving as the Director of Enterprise at AutoFi since 2021. In this role, he focuses on driving enterprise-level strategies and solutions within the digital automotive retail space. His responsibilities include advising C-Suite clients on best practices to maximize sales across the nation. Griffin's expertise in digital retail enables him to provide valuable insights and training to dealer clients, helping them adapt to changes in the market and improve their return on investment.
Previous Experience at Cox Automotive Inc.
Prior to his current position, Griffin worked at Cox Automotive Inc. in various roles. He served as a Senior Performance Manager and Account Manager in the Enterprise Partners - Digital Retail division from 2017 to 2019. He then transitioned to the role of Sr Digital Solutions Director & Account Manager from 2019 to 2020. During his time at Cox Automotive, Griffin contributed to the development of the remote retailing vertical and provided training to clients to enhance their digital capabilities.
Career at Autotrader US
Gabe Griffin worked at Autotrader US as an Advertising Consultant and Account Manager from 2014 to 2017. In this position, he managed client relationships and developed advertising strategies tailored to the automotive market. His experience at Autotrader further solidified his expertise in digital marketing and account management within the automotive industry.
Military Service and Early Career
Before entering the automotive industry, Griffin served in the US Army as a Combat Engineer from 1992 to 1995. His military background provided him with valuable skills in leadership and problem-solving. Additionally, he began his career in automotive sales as a Sales Consultant at Saturn of Lynnwood from 1995 to 1996, and later held the position of Sales Manager at Jim Ellis Automotive Dealerships from 2008 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Gabe Griffin studied at Gulf Coast State College, where he achieved a degree in General Studies from 1989 to 1991. His educational background, combined with extensive experience in the digital retail and automotive sectors, positions him as a subject-matter expert in various product sets, including Dealer.com sites, advertising, managed services, and digital retail solutions.