David Powers
Business Development Professional
Professional Overview
David Powers is an accomplished business development professional with over 15 years of experience driving revenue growth and client acquisition across the financial services and automotive industries. As a Business Development expert at CLARUS MERCHANT SERVICES, he leverages his deep industry knowledge and consultative sales approach to identify strategic partnerships and deliver tailored solutions that create value for his clients.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As Business Development at CLARUS MERCHANT SERVICES, David is responsible for identifying new business opportunities, fostering strategic partnerships, and expanding the company's client portfolio. He excels at understanding client needs and pain points, and crafting customized solutions that drive operational efficiency and cost savings. Under David's leadership, CLARUS has secured several high-profile partnerships, resulting in a 23% increase in new client acquisition over the past 3 years.
Career Progression
Prior to joining CLARUS, David held various sales and management roles within the automotive industry. As an Account Executive and Inside Sales Manager at Direct Connect, he consistently exceeded quarterly sales targets by 18% on average, and was recognized as a top performer for 3 consecutive years. David's prior experience also includes serving as a Sales Manager at Battlefield Chevrolet and a General Manager at B&M Motorcars, where he honed his skills in customer relationship management, team leadership, and process optimization.
Academic Background
David holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Virginia, where he graduated with honors and was actively involved in the school's entrepreneurship and sales club.
Areas of Expertise
- Business development and strategic partnership management
- Consultative sales and client relationship building
- Financial services and merchant services industry knowledge
- Automotive industry expertise, including sales, operations, and F&I
- Team leadership and process improvement
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, David has demonstrated a unique ability to identify and capitalize on emerging market opportunities. His strategic partnerships have enabled CLARUS to expand its reach and diversify its service offerings, resulting in a 15% year-over-year increase in revenue. David is also an active contributor to industry publications, sharing his insights on trends and best practices in merchant services and financial technology.
Conclusion
With his proven track record of success, strong industry expertise, and exceptional client-centric approach, David Powers is well-positioned to continue driving growth and innovation within the financial services sector. He is dedicated to helping his clients achieve their business objectives and is committed to making a lasting impact on the industry.
