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John Goodyear

Vice President - Sales Manager - Floorplan Financing

  • First Business Specialty Finance, LLC
  • subsidiary of First Business Bank
  • Indianapolis, IN
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John Goodyear

About John

John Goodyear has more than 25 years of automotive industry experience, including almost 20 years in the independent floorplanning finance market, primarily servicing the lending needs of large independent automotive dealers across the United States. In his most recent roles as Business Development Officer and Director of Portfolio Management at separate floorplan finance lenders, John was primarily responsible for business development, risk mitigation, and operations.

John began his career in the automotive industry selling cars and has served in various positions in dealership operations, including Sales Associate, F&I Manager, and General Manager. John received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Centre College. He actively supports his community as a Youth Sponsor at a local church.

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