Jeff Sturges
Jeff Sturges is the founding partner of Pentagon Consulting Associates Inc. With a focus on Global Management, Finance, and Professional Sales Training, Jeff earned his MBA from The University of Phoenix while working full time, traveling extensively, and parenting two boys. Other education includes dual Bachelor of Science Business degrees in both marketing and business management, Tom Hopkins - Sales Training of Champions, Wilson Learning - The Counselor Sales Person, Leading Through Influence, Shapiro Negotiations Institute - The Power of Nice, Ecolab Leadership Program Graduate.
His thirty-year car wash industry history includes growing up in the family car wash business, involvement in high volume, multi-location car wash management and franchise development, and owning/operating a successful car wash chemical distribution company.
Previously, he was the Director of North American Sales for a leading global car wash manufacturer, having managed all aspects of the business’ division. Other career distinctions include managing sales and distribution for other car wash equipment manufacturers and handling both district level management and corporate accounts for a leading chemical manufacturer.
Involved in over 225 car wash building and renovation projects in his
career in addition to being business owner, Jeff is a highly skilled professional
and an independent car wash consultant. Jeff was also the Former Secretary,
Society of Automotive Engineers, Vehicle Safety Recommendation Board in Detroit,
MI
He has also been invited to speak at several World Car Care Expositions on
topics ranging from marketing to car wash operations. He has been published
in several major industry trade magazines and is a recognized expert in all
aspects of the business. His affiliations include being a member of the International
Car Wash Association, Former Board of Directors/ Member of the Midwest Car
Wash Association and is a former United States Marine.
The Partners of PCA
Jeff Sturges | Jason Milen | Todd Ruopp | Glen Wattman
