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Over the past two decades, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership and operational expertise, overseeing all aspects of the dealership’s operations.
TAMPA, FL, September 10, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ — Francisco Vergara has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Vergara has established a distinguished career in the automotive industry, having served as chief executive officer and president of Vene-Auto Inc. since 2005. Over the past two decades, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership and operational expertise, overseeing all aspects of the dealership’s operations. His responsibilities include meeting with the sales team to set and review weekly goals, managing title paperwork, and ensuring the smooth execution of every facet of the business. Mr. Vergara is recognized for his hands-on approach, frequently engaging directly with clients and vendors, attending auctions to source inventory and dedicating significant time to both office management and fieldwork. Mondays and Fridays are typically reserved for administrative duties, while the remainder of his week is spent actively seeking merchandise and cultivating relationships with partner companies.
Before his current role, Mr. Vergara was general manager and vice president at Vene-Auto Inc. from 2002 to 2005. In this capacity, he was instrumental in laying the groundwork for the company’s growth, developing operational strategies and building a cohesive team that would later support his transition into executive leadership.
Earlier in his professional journey, Mr. Vergara served as manager at Walgreens from 1984 to 2002. During his eighteen-year tenure, he gained valuable experience in retail management, customer service and staff development, skills that would later prove essential in his entrepreneurial pursuits.
A defining milestone in Mr. Vergara’s career was launching Vene-Auto Inc. alongside his former spouse during a period marked by personal challenges. Despite the difficulties posed by their divorce, he successfully rebuilt the business from its foundation, transforming it into a thriving enterprise. This achievement stands as one of his proudest accomplishments.
Mr. Vergara is highly regarded for his expertise in customer interaction and employee development. He is committed to teaching his staff how to excel both professionally and personally, fostering an environment where mutual growth leads to collective success. His dedication to continuous improvement has earned him recognition within the industry.
He maintains an active membership in the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association, reflecting his commitment to professional standards and ongoing industry engagement.
Mr. Vergara’s academic background includes a Bachelor of Science in marketing management with a minor in communication from Florida Metropolitan University, completed in 1998. He also holds an associate’s degree in English language and literature/letters from St. Petersburg College, earned in 1989. These educational achievements have provided him with a strong foundation in business strategy, communication and analytical thinking, attributes that have been integral to his sustained success.
He credits his accomplishments to unwavering persistence and a positive mindset. Mr. Vergara sets ambitious goals each month and remains determined to achieve them, adapting as necessary while never allowing setbacks to deter his progress.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Mr. Vergara is civically engaged as a volunteer with Feeding America, demonstrating a commitment to supporting those in need within his community.
Born in Caracas, Mr. Vergara immigrated to the United States at age seventeen at the encouragement of his parents, who sought better opportunities for him after a challenging youth. With assistance from family already residing in the country, he became a resident just before turning eighteen and later obtained citizenship, a journey that shaped his resilience and determination.
In his personal life, Mr. Vergara values time spent with his three adult children and cherishes his role as a grandfather, a relationship he considers among life’s greatest joys. He enjoys exercising, traveling, cooking and reading novels. Looking ahead, he aspires to retire while maintaining good health and physical fitness, dedicating more time to personal fulfillment and travel experiences around the world. He seeks to embrace life’s pleasures more fully and hopes to find companionship for future adventures.
Throughout his career and personal journey, Mr. Vergara has exemplified dedication to family, professional excellence and community service. These qualities continue to define his legacy within the automotive industry and beyond.
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