American Financial Adds Trainer to F&I University Staff
American Financial & Automotive Services, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of John Vecchioni to their team. John joined American Financial in July as a trainer with F&I University (FIU), a division of the Automotive Training Academy (ATA). John brings over 20 years of retail and training experience, and lends a comprehensive perspective to F&I, sales, and compliance. John’s training philosophy creates growth, both professionally and culturally. He is known for championing logical and conversational selling techniques.
John has the honor of being one of the Master of Ceremony speakers at the Industry Summit, taking place on August 29-31 at Paris Las Vegas. American Financial will also be conducting a workshop titled, “Needs Discovery Without the Interrogation,” which will be led by Dwayne Wiggins, F&I University Trainer. Be sure to visit American Financial at the Summit and welcome John to the team!
FIU provides cutting-edge F&I curriculum and online continuing education for today’s business manager. FIU is also at the forefront of digital solutions to streamline the business office by offering training on tablet technology and benefits analysis software.
Centered at the core of American Financial’s offerings are customized in-dealership development, the MasterTechTM F&I product suite, the ATA, FIU, and Compliance Programs.
For more information on how American Financial can assist your dealership, e-mail DealerInfo@AFASinc.com or visit www.AFASinc.com.
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