Trey Knapp

Chief Financial Officer

Professional Overview
Trey Knapp is a seasoned finance executive with over 20 years of experience in the automotive industry. As the Chief Financial Officer of Sewell Automotive Companies, he is responsible for overseeing the organization's financial strategy, operations, and risk management initiatives. Knapp's areas of expertise include financial planning and analysis, corporate accounting, and business process optimization.

Experience Summary

Current Role
Trey Knapp currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer of Sewell Automotive Companies, a leading automotive retail group based in Dallas, Texas. In this role, he is responsible for managing the company's financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Knapp's leadership has been instrumental in driving operational efficiencies and ensuring the company's financial stability during challenging market conditions.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Knapp held various finance and accounting positions within Sewell Automotive Companies. He served as the Vice President of Finance and Accounting from 2021 to 2023, where he played a key role in streamlining financial processes and implementing data-driven decision-making strategies. From 2018 to 2021, Knapp served as the Vice President of Finance, during which he successfully navigated the company through a period of significant growth and expansion. Earlier in his career, Knapp held the position of Corporate Controller at Sewell Automotive Companies, where he strengthened the company's financial reporting capabilities and internal controls.

Before joining Sewell Automotive Companies, Knapp gained valuable experience as an Audit Senior Manager at Dixon Hughes PLLC, a leading public accounting firm, where he provided audit and advisory services to clients across various industries.

Academic Background
Trey Knapp holds a Master's Degree in Accounting from the University of Texas at Arlington - College of Business, as well as a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting from the same institution.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Corporate accounting and reporting

• Treasury management and cash flow optimization

• Business process improvement and operational efficiency

• Strategic decision-making and risk management

Professional Impact
Under Trey Knapp's financial leadership, Sewell Automotive Companies has achieved significant milestones, including:

• Implemented a data-driven financial forecasting model that improved the company's ability to navigate market volatility

• Streamlined accounting processes and enhanced financial reporting, leading to faster and more accurate decision-making

• Played a pivotal role in the successful acquisition and integration of two regional automotive dealerships, expanding the company's footprint

Conclusion
Trey Knapp's extensive finance expertise and deep understanding of the automotive industry have positioned him as a valuable asset to Sewell Automotive Companies. As the Chief Financial Officer, he continues to drive financial excellence, operational efficiency, and strategic growth, ensuring the company's continued success in a dynamic and competitive market.