GSFSGroup Announces Alan Bond as New Vice-President of National Sales
HOUSTON – GSFSGroup announced that Alan Bond has been appointed Vice President, National Sales to further continue the development of GSFSGroup’s national footprint.
Mr. Bond’s priorities will include developing strategies to continue growth, building new general agent relationships, and maintaining a strong relationship with current agents.
Bond served 13 years at AllState Dealer Services as a Regional Account Manager, Zone Manager, National Sales Manager and most recently as National Sales Director. His previous experience includes two years as an independent finance and insurance consultant and six years in retail automotive.
“Mr. Bonds’ experience speaks for itself and his strong background fits very well with our ‘customer first’ culture. Our clients include the end consumer, the dealership and the general agency that promotes and sells our products,” said Steve Amos, President, GSFSGroup.
In addition, Robert Walton is now Vice President, Gulf States Division focusing on the company’s Toyota partners in the Southwest region. Walton has nearly 20 years in the finance and insurance field and has been with GSFSGroup for 10 years.
Together, the two represent more than 40 years of experience in the automotive finance and insurance industry.
Both will report directly to Amos and office at the company’s Houston headquarters.
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