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| About Kathi Kruse of Kruse Control Inc.: |
My 25+ years of practical, hands-on experience in Sales, Sales Management, Finance Management, Service and Parts Management, as well as every facet of Administration and Business Management including:
- Intrinsic product knowledge and understanding of all levels of dealership operations.
- Using entrepreneurial spirit to accomplish business goals, jump start initiatives and inspire employee accountability.
- Unsurpassed training and motivational skills.
- Excellent work ethic; superior level of multi-tasking and organizational ability.
- Extensive experience managing all aspects of dealership facility upgrades; project manager/liaison between government entities, Architect and Contractor.
- Superior level of efficiency in all aspect of retail and wholesale sales transactions, daily operating reports, month-end and year-end financial data gathering, analysis, and subsequent decision making.
- Superior understanding of IT platforms including Reynolds + Reynolds, ADP, UCS, and Infinitinet.
- Hands-on expertise in coordination of accounting methods and Best Practices.
- Proven understanding and outstanding track-record of synergistic relationships between Factory and Dealer.
- High level of proficiency in negotiating and facilitating the purchase and sale of auto dealerships.
- Consistent high ratings in ESI studies.
- Exceptional at making difficult decisions and demonstrates ease in carrying out those decisions related to staff, expense control, and employee accountability.
- Coordinated outreach efforts and fund-raising to promote visibility and enhance community relationships including Blind Children’s Center, The Maple Counseling Center, Big Brothers of America, Hugs for Health Senior Outreach, The Greater Los Angeles Art Show, Farm Sanctuary, Last Chance for Animal and Best Friend Animal Sanctuary.
Other Education:
- Certified Trainer/Teacher in Auto Dealership Management by California Dept. of Consumer Affairs, Bureau of Private Post-Secondary and Vocational Education.
- University of Phoenix Business Management Certificate: Executive Leadership, Strategic Management, Marketing, Managerial Finance, and Information Management. Numerous Certifications in Management and Supervision, Sales Management, Time Management, Team Building, Dealership Accounting Principles, Financial Analysis, and Business Management.
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