Daniel Buxbaum

Experience

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  Shopmonkey

  Senior Product Manager

  Aug 2024 - Aug 2025

  Shopmonkey is a cloud-based, all-in-one auto repair shop management platform that allows shop owners to streamline their workflows and better understand their business. Shopmonkey is designed to modernize the entire auto repair shop process from customer service, to parts inventory, to workflow management, and more. It’s used across the full spectrum of auto repair service specialties including general auto, tire and wrap and detail. Trusted by more than 3,500 auto shops across the U.S. and Canada, Shopmonkey aims to modernize the auto repair industry.

  • Led two squads, including developers, product designers, and QA engineers, building foundational products for our core app and a new platform extension aimed at significant revenue targets.
  • Drove back $1.5M in ARR by resolving over 80 impactful issues in four months, showcasing exceptional leadership and problem-solving skills.
  • Developed and implemented a product strategy that secured an additional $1.2M ARR through realistic product commitments.
  • Instrumental in saving $3.4M annually by making the strategic decision to sunset the legacy "v1" product.
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  Rodo

  Head of Product

  Aug 2022 - Jun 2024

  Rodo, an innovative online car buying and leasing platform, offers a fast and easy way to buy or lease new cars from local dealerships, all from the comfort of home. With Rodo, users can complete the transaction in a few easy steps directly from their phone or computer, revolutionizing the car leasing experience.

  • Oversaw the inception and development of groundbreaking e-commerce initiatives, including a first-of-its-kind AI-powered vehicle search and marketplace enhancements.
  • Streamlined processes and enhanced lead generation mechanisms, resulting in substantial year-over-year growth metrics and revenue increases across web and mobile platforms.
  • Achieved a remarkable increase in low-funnel buying activity (+40.2%), average engagement time (+68.3%), and app downloads (+13.1%), reflecting the successful implementation of strategic improvements.
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  Roadster

  Senior Product Manager, Managed Services

  Oct 2020 - Aug 2022

  CDK Global specializes in providing end-to-end, omnichannel retail commerce solutions to the automotive, heavy truck, recreation, and heavy equipment industries, offering a range of products and services designed to enhance operational efficiency and profitability.

  • Spearheaded the development and upkeep of an industry-first automotive conversational commerce product, from concept through to profitability.
  • Successfully managed product development, team hiring, GTM strategy, OEM partnerships, and financial oversight, demonstrating strong leadership and strategic agility.
  • Navigated product and company through two acquisitions, ensuring seamless transitions and sustained product success.

• Altimotive LLC

  Founder

  Dec 2018 - Aug 2020

  Altimotive LLC focused on developing a sustainable and adventure-based travel rental concept, leveraging technology and algorithms to optimize operational and financial performance, demonstrating a commitment to innovation within the travel industry.

  • Conceptualized and launched a sustainability- and adventure-based travel rental business in the competitive Colorado market.
  • Utilized custom vehicle depreciation and maintenance algorithms to effectively balance profit and loss, achieving profitability within the first year without external investment.
  • Proactively wound down the company in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, showcasing adaptability and responsible business management.
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  Roadster

  Dealer Success Manager

  May 2018 - Jan 2021

• Naked Lime

  Regional Marketing Manager

  Jun 2017 - May 2018

  Naked Lime is a company.

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  Schomp Automotive Group

  Marketing Operations Manager

  Apr 2015 - Jul 2017

  For over 77 years the Schomp Automotive Group has operated with a commitment to delivering a world-class retail experience. We have spearheaded the 'customer first' sales and service processes across the board. With our "One Price. One Person. One Hour." sales model, we bring a new approach to the automotive industry. We believe that our people fuel our success. Growth and profitability depends on building trust with our employees, customers, and industry partners. It is this belief that fosters a commitment to provide opportunities for growth and challenges for our people, so that we may all achieve professional development and personal fulfillment.

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  Various Companies

  Multiple Automotive Journalism and Dealership Positions

  Jun 1999 - Apr 2015

  various board memberships