ADV Adds Nelson as VP and Partner
Twenty-year industry veteran and former NAE/NWAN executive Ryan Nelson has joined Advanced Dealer Solutions as an executive vice president and partner.


STRONGSVILLE, Ohio — Advanced Dealer Solutions announced the addition of Ryan Nelson as executive vice president and partner. Prior to joining ADV, Nelson was vice president of business development for National Automotive Experts and NWAN. He brings more than 20 years of experience of working in and around the dealership environment.
“I am extremely excited to have Ryan join our agency as my partner. Our team has enjoyed working closely with Ryan during his time at NAE,” said ADV President Bob Mancuso. “Ryan’s passion and drive will make an immediate positive impact for our team and our dealer partners. Ryan brings with him a wealth of knowledge in addition to a tremendous track record of success in our industry.”
“Over the last three years I saw firsthand the value and impact the Advanced Dealer Solutions team had with their dealer partners and am truly honored to be joining this incredible team,” said Nelson. “Bob has built one of the best operating agencies in the country and I am anxious to expand our product offering and services as well as engage additional dealers on multiple program levels.”
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