“As a dealer profit expert with front-line experience in F&I operations administration, we can help you maximize the benefits for your customers — and your bottom line. Call us today, and let us introduce you to the true profit potential of our F&I product suites.”
— Trip Taylor, founder, Gulfstream Partners
FOUNDER / CEO
TRIP TAYLOR
When you work with Gulfstream Partners, connecting you to top-quality F&I products is just the beginning. Partnership is a critical part of our philosophy, and we’re focused on your success. Employee incentives work only when sales teams understand how to achieve their goals. That’s why we don’t walk away after installing an F&I program.
Gulfstream Partners provides the motivational training and the monitoring you need to take your F&I program to the next level.
Founder Trip Taylor has worked with dealers throughout the U.S. and Canada for more than 20 years. He lives in Atlanta with his wife and their twins.
FOUNDER / CEO
TRIP TAYLOR
When you work with Gulfstream Partners, connecting you to top-quality F&I products is just the beginning. Partnership is a critical part of our philosophy, and we’re focused on your success. Employee incentives work only when sales teams understand how to achieve their goals. That’s why we don’t walk away after installing an F&I program.
Gulfstream Partners provides the motivational training and the monitoring you need to take your F&I program to the next level.
Founder Trip Taylor has worked with dealers throughout the U.S. and Canada for more than 20 years. He lives in Atlanta with his wife and their twins.
VICE PRESIDENT
ANDREW CLEVENGER
Andrew Clevenger contributes years of experience in the Finance arena for the Automotive Industry. After serving six years in the US Army Aviation he found his strength and passion for the automotive retail business after working at a large volume retail operation.
He uses this experience to help Gulfstream Partners’ dealers increase their finance gross per copy and realize their full revenue potential. Andrew’s role with Gulfstream includes servicing, training, and sales. He resides in Birmingham, Alabama with his family.
REGIONAL FINANCE DIRECTOR
BRIAN GILL
Brian joined the auto industry in 2000 and has spent much of his career as a Finance Director for a variety of manufacturers. Before joining Gulfstream Partners, he served as Regional Account Manager for a large captive finance company and received accolades as the top F&I producer in the nation for seven consecutive years.
With more than 20 years of finance experience, Brian utilizes his knowledge and clear communication skills to provide dealer partners with effective Advanced F&I income development opportunities. Brian helps dealers maximize their F&I income, product penetration, and compliance which allows them to exceed expectations in their short and long-term goals. Brian currently resides in the West Palm Beach, FL area with his family.
REGIONAL FINANCE DIRECTOR
TONY SHIN
With over two decades of Automotive Industry experience, Tony Shin is a seasoned professional with a rich history of success, spanning roles from dealership finance leadership to the training of highly effective F&I managers and development of impactful financial strategies. Before joining Gulfstream Partners, he played a crucial role in empowering dealer partners to maximize F&I income, product penetration, and compliance, consistently surpassing expectations. His career journey underscores his steadfast commitment to driving sales growth, enhancing client satisfaction, and implementing operational efficiencies. His people-centric approach fosters strong professional relationships, enabling him to tailor solutions to each dealer's unique needs. Based near Nashville, TN, Tony finds joy in family time with his wife and four children.
F&I SPECIALIST
CHARLES ECKLES
Charles is a dedicated professional with a robust background in the automotive industry, specializing in F&I products. A graduate of Kennesaw State University, Charles entered the car business directly after completing his education. Over the years, he has developed extensive expertise in working with cross-functional teams to manage client inquiries, ensure timely project deliveries, and effectively resolve escalations.
Driven by a passion for enhancing profitability in F&I departments, Charles is committed to leveraging his industry knowledge and experience to help businesses achieve their financial goals. He resides in the vibrant North Atlanta Area with his family, where he enjoys contributing to his community both personally and professionally.
HR DIRECTOR
JESSICA TAYLOR
Jessica is Director of Human Resources at Gulfstream Partners. She has been with Gulfstream since its founding. Jessica has a wealth of experience in inside and outside sales, business development, and human resource development. She is proud of helping facilitate Gulfstream Partner’s rise to next level excellence in F & I.
Jessica is a graduate of the University of Georgia and mother to 9-year old twins.
CONTROLLER
CINDY BELL
Cindy serves as Controller for Gulfstream Partners and has been with the company since 2021. In this role, she has overall responsibility of financial reporting activities for Gulfstream Partners. She has a diverse business and accounting background through her tenure with several large organizations, including the United States Marine Corps and AIG. Her experience in strategic planning, as well as business growth and development continues to assist Gulfstream with achieving our goals of reporting net profit improvements year over year.
Cindy has a business degree from Georgia State University and lives in North Georgia with her family.
OFFICE MANAGER
CLAIRE PARKER
Claire Parker joined the Gulfstream Partners’ team in August 2018 as our Administrative Assistant. Claire's role is very versatile and requires flexibility.
Her responsibilities include general administrative assistance, various projects to support the team, providing input on office policies and procedures, and assisting the team with day-to-day tasks, errands, and assignments.
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