Sara Pope
About Sara Pope
Sara Pope is a Business Development Manager at Automotive News, where she has worked since 2019. She has a background in sales and business development, with previous roles at Teoma Systems, Heiler Software AG, Sprint, and Quicken Loans.
Current Role at Automotive News
Sara Pope serves as the Business Development Manager at Automotive News, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for driving business growth and developing strategic partnerships within the automotive industry. Her work is based in the Greater Detroit Area, where she leverages her extensive experience in business development to enhance the company's market presence.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Prior to her current role, Sara Pope worked at Teoma Systems as a Relationship Manager and Business Development Representative from 2013 to 2014. In this position, she focused on building client relationships and expanding the company's business reach. Additionally, she held a position at Heiler Software AG as an Inside Sales Representative for three months in 2011, where she contributed to sales initiatives.
Educational Background
Sara Pope studied at Western Michigan University, specifically at the Haworth College of Business, where she earned her Bachelor's degree from 2005 to 2009. This educational foundation provided her with essential knowledge and skills that have supported her career in business development and sales.
Early Career Experience
Sara Pope began her career as a Retail Communications Consultant at Sprint, where she worked from 2008 to 2010. Following this role, she transitioned to Quicken Loans as a Mortgage Loan Originator from 2010 to 2011. These early positions contributed to her understanding of sales and customer relationship management.