StoneEagle Welcomes New CEO
DALLAS — StoneEagle announced the appointment of Cindy Allen as the company’s new CEO. Cindy will be responsible for driving the company, and innovative F&I solutions, to the next level, building on the momentum achieved by the StoneEagle team under Bobby Allen’s leadership, according to the announcement.
Since founding the company in 1987 and devoting 30 years to its management, development and growth, Bobby Allen will retain his position as chairman and focus on identifying and developing new and unique opportunities.
Brent Allen, one of StoneEagle’s founders and its long-standing COO, will offer Cindy the very best counsel and knowledge available as she drives the company forward by lending his leadership, management skills, and extensive industry relationships, and experience. Brent will maintain an active role in day to day activities of StoneEagle as its managing partner, the announcement said.
Cindy Allen brings experience in establishing new ventures, leading organizations and stimulating growth, as well as a mix of leadership, excitement, marketing expertise, technical abilities and a passion for customer experience and business growth.
Before returning to StoneEagle, Cindy served as CMO for American Express Global Business Travel, as well as CEO at GDSX Ltd., until such time it was acquired by Concur. While in the role of vice president at Concur, Cindy helped launch a new division servicing and partnering with travel management companies worldwide.
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