Marissa Lillard

Marissa Lillard is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in the automotive industry, currently serving as an Account Executive at RunBuggy since February 2024 and as the Company Owner of Nickels LLC since September 2022, providing strategic guidance to wholesale automotive clients. Previously, Marissa held the role of Sr Director of Business Development at Fifty Five Financial, where advanced AI-powered purchasing solutions were developed, optimizing customer journeys and enhancing retention efforts. A former Regional Client Services Director at Cox Automotive Inc., Marissa led significant transitions in arbitration departments, improved team performance, and executed strategic initiatives. Early career roles at CarMax included Buyer/Wholesale Manager and Sales Associate, showcasing expertise in data-driven decision-making and training. Marissa holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from the University of California, Riverside.