Brian Lothamer
About Brian Lothamer
Brian Lothamer serves as the Regional Location Manager for California and Hawaii at Zipcar, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in management roles across various industries, including customer service, retail, and fitness.
Work at Zipcar
Brian Lothamer has served as the Regional Location Manager for California and Hawaii at Zipcar since 2019. In this role, he oversees operations in the San Francisco Bay Area and is responsible for developing strategies to enhance performance and profitability across various cities, including San Francisco, Sacramento, Los Angeles, San Diego, Seattle, Portland, Hawaii, and Vancouver. He has successfully launched a car-sharing parking pilot in collaboration with the Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) and has worked closely with city partners to expand Zipcar's presence in urban areas, particularly in communities of concern.
Previous Experience
Before joining Zipcar, Brian Lothamer held several managerial positions. He was the District General Manager at H&R Block from 2016 to 2019 in Denver, CO. Prior to that, he worked as a Customer Service Manager at Corporate Concierge Services from 2013 to 2015. His earlier experience includes serving as Store Manager at Elephant Pharmacy from 2005 to 2009, General Manager at Sam's Club from 1989 to 2005, and Club Manager at 24 Hour Fitness from 2009 to 2012. He also worked as Guest Experience Manager at GGP in the Bay Area for 11 months in 2015-2016.
Education and Expertise
Brian Lothamer studied General Studies at Purdue University Fort Wayne, achieving his degree in 1989. His educational background complements his extensive managerial experience across various sectors, including retail, fitness, and customer service. His expertise includes facilitating departmental transitions, collaborating with product teams, and implementing demand-based planning methodologies in operational settings.
Strategic Initiatives and Collaborations
In his current role at Zipcar, Brian Lothamer has developed and executed strategies aimed at maximizing performance and profitability across multiple cities. He has collaborated with the data science team to implement a new demand-based planning methodology, enhancing operational efficiency. His work with city partners has focused on building a car-sharing footprint, ensuring that services are accessible in diverse communities.