Zachary Hughes Joins American Guardian’s Central Atlantic Sales Team
Hughes joins the F&I product provider’s field team as assistant vice president of sales for the central Atlantic states, which includes Ohio, Tennessee, South Carolina, and Virginia.
WARRENVILLE, Ill. — F&I product provider American Guardian Warranty Services Inc. has added a new member to its sales team in the central Atlantic states.
Zachary Hughes joins the F&I product provider’s field team as assistant vice president of sales for the central Atlantic states. His area includes Ohio, Tennessee, South Carolina, and Virginia. He will also be involved with AGWSU, American Guardian’s home office and training school. He will also conduct training at individual dealerships.
“We’ve had the opportunity to work with Zach in the past, and have found him to be a great resource to the dealer and a great partner for American Guardian,” said Jon A. Anderson, senior vice president. “We are excited about the opportunity of Zach and AGWS working together.”
Hughes joins American Guardian extensive experience in the retail automobile business. He most recently served with Capital Automotive.
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