Doug Hadden is Vice President of Field Operations for ACV Auctions, the leading dealer to dealer, online, wholesale automotive marketplace. In his current role, Hadden manages field operations initiatives, training, strategic dealer group development, and dealer association partnerships. Hadden began his career in the industry as a lot porter gradually making his way through every dealership department. He has worked as a line mechanic, service writer, new and used car salesman, finance manager, sales manager, and general manager. Hadden is excited to assist his dealer partners in the growth of their businesses. As an auto industry veteran with more than 25 years of experience and veteran auto conference speaker, Hadden understands what it takes to make dealers successful and passionate about sharing best practices.