David Smith
About David Smith
David Smith is a Customer Success Manager at AutoVitals, where he has worked since 2019. With over 28 years of experience in the automotive industry, he specializes in coaching repair shops on digital vehicle inspections and enhancing operational efficiency.
Work at AutoVitals
David Smith has been serving as a Customer Success Manager at AutoVitals since 2019. In this role, he focuses on coaching automotive repair shops to transition from traditional paper-based vehicle inspections to modern digital vehicle inspections using the AutoVitals platform. He provides specialized training in digital processes to enhance the efficiency of these shops. His responsibilities include mentoring team members and guiding them towards achieving departmental objectives.
Previous Experience in Automotive Service Management
David Smith has extensive experience in automotive service management. He worked as a Service Manager at Hillside Auto Repair from 2016 to 2018 and at LAcarGUY Lexus Santa Monica from 2012 to 2016. Additionally, he served as a Service Manager at Dave's Auto Service for nine months in 2018 to 2019. His earlier roles include Assistant Service Manager positions at Mossy Toyota and Toyota Carlsbad, where he worked for a total of seven years.
Military Background
David Smith served in the US Army from 1986 to 1988 at Geilenkirchen NATO Air Base in Germany. His military experience contributes to his strong work ethic and commitment to teamwork, which he applies in his current role in the automotive industry.
Education and Training
David Smith studied Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology at El Camino College. He also attended Mira Costa High School, where he focused on English Language and Literature, General, Automotive, and Woodworking. Currently, he is pursuing a degree in Business Management at Madison Area Technical College, which he began in 2021.
Commitment to Team Development
David Smith emphasizes fostering a culture-focused team environment. He is committed to enhancing team development and performance through strategic planning and implementation. His approach includes setting and achieving specific shop goals, which aligns with his extensive experience in the automotive industry.