FRANKLIN, Tenn. –

An experienced manager with stints at both ADESA and Manheim now is in the independent auction space.

Earlier this month, Dealers Auto Auction Group announced the addition of industry veteran Ryan Edwards, who has been named as general manager of Dealers Auto Auction of Murfreesboro in Murfreesboro, Tenn.

Edwards brings more than 20 years of auction experience, previously working for Manheim as general manager of its Cincinnati location and most recently with ADESA as general manager of its Phoenix operation.

“I am very excited to be a part of such an amazing auction group.  This is truly a great opportunity for me to help grow what is already a very established auction location,” Edwards said.

Scott Keener, chief operating officer of Dealers Auto Auction Group added, “We are very excited to have Ryan as a member of our executive team.  His successful leadership and overall knowledge within the industry will be an invaluable benefit to the group.”

Dealers Auto Auction of Murfreesboro operates on more than 35 acres and offers more than 500 units weekly across five action lanes. Weekly consignors include Credit Acceptance, Element Fleet Management, United Auto Credit, Caprock Remarketing and more.

DAA Murfreesboro is a full-service location, offering full reconditioning and mechanical services as well as in-house local transportation.