STELLA Automotive AI, provider of high-end conversational AI technology, has named David Kaffenberger as the engineering director of partner integrations, a newly created role for the company.
Reporting to the chief technology officer, Kaffenberger is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of partner integrations to benefit the company’s diverse portfolio of dealership customers.
“David brings a unique combination of retail dealership experience and software product engineering skills to this role. He is keenly aware of the importance of seamless software integrations to successful day-to-day dealership operations. His advanced knowledge of software solutions in the Parts & Service marketplace has proven valuable to customers and teams alike,” said Stephen Brown, chief technology officer.
“Car dealerships deserve products that not only work but also work well with others. I am excited to be a part of the STELLA team. The product is incredible and adds value to the dealers and our valued partners,” said Kaffenberger.
In addition to product and engineering roles outside automotive, Kaffenberger has five years of in-dealership experience and has been involved in building inventory solutions for two OEMs as well as multiple third-party integrations supporting sales, service and parts.
Kaffenberger holds a Computer Engineering degree and MBA with a concentration in Information Systems from the University of Michigan.
For more information about how the STELLA digital voice assistant can empower your dealership, contact them at www.stellaautomotive.com or 727-955-3550.
