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Tamatha Carbone

AUTOMOTIVE EXECUTIVE / CONSULTANT

Phone:

401.935.3000

Email:

tamathacarbone@gmail.com

Address:

520 W 43rd Street, 11A

New York, NY 10036

I've been immersed in the automotive world for twenty years, fueling my passion for cars. Join me on my journey below.

EXPERIENCE

08/2016-Current

Founder

DIGITAL MOTOR GROUP, LLC dba DIGITAL AUTO FI

Co-Pilots in Automotive Financing / Service Provider / Dealer

Founder & CEO of Digital AutoFi, a nationwide service provider connecting dealers, lenders, and clients in the exotic, classic, and collectible car market.
Built a nationwide lending network spanning banks, credit unions, and specialty finance partners, enabling tailored financing solutions for high-value vehicles.
Developed and implemented compliance-driven processes that ensure accuracy, mitigate risk, and streamline dealer and lender transactions.
Led strategic growth initiatives that expanded operations into new markets, increased loan volume, and elevated partner relationships.
Established a dealer and lender onboarding framework that delivers exceptional client service and drives long-term partner retention.

06/2016-08/2017

Chief Operations Officer

LUXSPORT MOTOR GROUP, LLC

Exotic,Classic & Collectibles

Provided strategic consulting with a focus on business planning, sales strategy, and market positioning.
Trained, mentored, and inspired the sales team to drive performance and customer engagement.
Developed customer- and employee-focused processes that elevated the overall experience.
Designed and implemented streamlined operational platforms to coordinate the many moving parts of a startup automotive retail business.

05/2015-06/2016

Sales Manager

PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP

Porsche,Bentley,Maserati & BMW

Fostered a high-energy workplace culture, driving innovation in the sales force through consistent training, motivation, and education.
Developed the “Everyone Eats” initiative across Porsche, Bentley, Maserati, and BMW teams, streamlining the after-sale installation process and boosting gross profit in sales, service, and parts.
Equipped sales staff with tools and resources to improve internal communication and strengthen customer retention.
Provided hands-on coaching to ensure team accountability, performance growth, and individual success.

10/2014-04/2015

Finance & After-Sale Manager

FERRARI-MASERATI OF FORT LAUDERDALE

Managed the finance department for the nation’s highest-volume Ferrari–Maserati dealership, averaging over 100 vehicle sales per month.
Directed the in-house insurance product line for Ferrari and Maserati sales, reducing dealership costs and increasing revenue through self-insuring.
Actively participated in community fundraising initiatives, strengthening brand presence and local relationships.
Oversaw all aspects of after-sale operations, including full customization of high-performance vehicles.

11/2009-06/2014

Finance & After-Sale Manager

MERCEDES-BENZ OF MANHATTAN dba MBUSA

* Generated $3 million+ in annual revenue, supervising financial services department of a Fortune 100 dealership.

* Implemented new after-sale menu process, which provided transparency for customers, increased income by $500+ per unit and resulted in recognition from Mercedes-Benz: Financial Decision Maker of the Year.

* Oversaw vehicle sales, ensuring compliance with state, federal and corporate regulations.

* Led staff training initiatives for the 40+ sales team, establishing individual sales goals and closing procedures.

* Exceeded all dealership targets financially while maintaining "Ritz Carlton" like customer service.

06/2008-11/2009

Finance & After-Sale Manager

MERCEDES-BENZ OF BROOKLYN

Secured new financing sources, increasing approval ratios and driving higher automobile sales.
Delivered a $500+ per-unit revenue increase on pre-owned inventory, earning recognition from regional dealers and Mercedes-Benz USA.
Introduced high-quality vendors for after-sale installations and parts, reducing customer returns and boosting satisfaction.
Guided clients through after-sale options, including insurance products, parts, and accessories.

04/2004-07/2007

Finance & After-Sale Manager / Sales Manager

PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP

Audi & Mercedes-Benz

Redesigned sales process to ensure all payment options were reviewed, retaining 70% of financing in-house.
Implemented client turnover procedures that increased profit by $600+ per unit.
Supervised sales associates through 1,600+ transactions for a Fortune 500 company.
Launched the first pre-install LoJack program, achieving 65% product penetration and earning recognition from LoJack.