HOUSTON -

Auto Financial Group announced on Wednesday that Dave Pratt recently joined its vehicle remarketing department as remarketing manager.

Pratt has more than 20 years of experience in the automotive industry.

He has worked in various capacities at dealerships throughout his career, which includes successfully fulfilling a role within the fleet lease industry as a sales and marketing manager, according to the online provider of innovative financing products for credit unions and banks.

"We are very excited to add Dave to our team,” Paul Marquez, AFG director of remarketing and client relations said in a news release. “In addition to his extensive experience in the automotive industry, Dave also has the expertise we need to streamline our operations and increase value for our customers."

Pratt was most recently responsible for building and running three auctions in Texas.

In his new position, he will oversee all daily operations of the AFG team.

"I look forward to leveraging my experience in remarketing at AFG as we continue to grow while providing the highest level of customer service to our clients," Pratt said.

The Houston-based company uses selling networks ranging from traditional auto auctions to direct wholesale to internet selling platforms.

“Pratt joins AFG as it logged a record year of growth in 2016. Remarketing volume has tripled since 2014,” the company said. “AFG now has a geographic footprint covering the entire US and works with several auctions nationwide to facilitate quick inventory movement.”