Richard Drake
About Richard Drake
Richard Drake is a Sales & Finance Specialist at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, where he has worked since 2016. With over 20 years of experience in the motorcycle industry and a background in various technical roles, he focuses on helping customers achieve personal freedom through motorcycle ownership.
Sales & Finance Specialist at Harley-Davidson
Richard Drake has been employed at Harley-Davidson Motor Company since 2016, serving as a Sales & Finance Specialist. In this role, he focuses on assisting customers in realizing their aspirations of personal freedom through motorcycle ownership. His extensive knowledge of the motorcycle industry, accumulated over more than 20 years, enhances his ability to guide clients in making informed purchasing decisions.
Previous Experience in the Motorcycle Industry
Prior to his current position, Richard Drake gained valuable experience in various roles that contributed to his expertise in the motorcycle industry. He worked at SEMCOR, Inc as a Field Representative from 1991 to 1993, and later at Roche as a Field Engineering Specialist from 2008 to 2016. His background includes a decade of service at Eastman Kodak as a Field Service Representative, which further solidified his technical and customer service skills.
Military Background and Technical Skills
Richard Drake served in the US Army as a Missile Systems Repairer from 1981 to 1991. His military service included assignments in the USA, Germany, and Korea. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in technical skills and problem-solving, which he has applied throughout his career in various technical and customer-facing roles.
Education and Qualifications
Richard Drake studied at the University of Maryland - Yongsan in Korea, where he earned an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree from 1988 to 1990. This educational background complements his extensive professional experience and supports his role in sales and finance within the motorcycle industry.
Motorcycle Riding Experience
Richard Drake has extensive experience in motorcycle riding, having traveled through most of the lower 48 states. This personal passion for motorcycles informs his work at Harley-Davidson and enhances his ability to connect with customers who share similar interests.