Advanced Dealer Solutions Welcomes Buddy Nelson as Account Specialist
Buddy will be focusing on assisting dealer’s needs throughout the country.

Buddy will be focusing on assisting dealer’s needs throughout the country.
RICHFIELD, Ohio – Advanced Dealer Solutions is proud to welcome Buddy Nelson as Account Specialist. Prior to joining Advanced Dealer Solutions, Buddy earned his finance degree from Elmhurst College. While completing his degree, Buddy played collegiate soccer, worked with a major administration company, completed an F & I internship, and worked at the largest volume Kia dealership in Illinois.
It is remarkable how much industry experience Buddy has gained so early in his career.
“Some of Buddy’s best attributes are his personable skills and willingness to learn quickly which fits right in with the culture we have at ADS. Buddy will be a tremendous benefit to our dealers. “ – says Bob Mancuso – President of Advanced Dealer Solutions.
“I am thrilled to be part of such a great team. I look forward to learning and growing into my new role. I believe my personality and charisma will be a great fit for the ADS culture.” – says Buddy Nelson.
“It is remarkable how much industry experience Buddy has gained so early in his career. I am excited to add Buddy to our expanding roster of talented developmental professionals and I am eager to see him grow his book of business here at ADS.” – says Ryan Nelson – EVP of Advanced Dealer Solutions.
Buddy will be based out of the corporate office in Richfield, Ohio and will be focusing on assisting dealer’s needs throughout the country.
Advanced Dealer Solutions is a full service, dealer development agency focused on automotive, RV, and powersports dealers across the United States. Please contact 844-320-3722 or [email protected] for any inquiries.
Originally posted on F&I and Showroom
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