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Sonic Automotive Inc: Executives

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The following section provides information on Sonic Automotive Inc’s senior management, executives, CEO and key decision makers and their roles in the organization. For more insight into Sonic Automotive Inc's management and employees, unlock the full data with our company analytics monitoring tool.

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David Bruton Smith

Chairman; Chief Executive Officer Executive Board Since: 2022 Age: 51

Mr. David Bruton Smith has been the Chairman since 2022 and Chief Executive Officer since 2018 of the company. Prior to this, he served as Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Strategic Officer from March 2018 to September 2018; Vice Chairman from March 2013 to March 2018; and Executive Vice President from October 2008 to March 2013 of the company. Mr. Bruton has also served as Executive Vice President; Senior Vice President of Corporate Development; Vice President of Corporate Strategy of the company; and as Dealer Operator and General Manager of several Sonic dealerships.

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Jeff Dyke

Director; President Executive Board Since: 2018 Age: 58

Mr Jeff Dyke has been the President and Director of the company since 2019. Prior to this, he served as Executive Vice President of Operations from October 2008 to September 2018; as Chief Operating Officer – Southeast Division from March 2007 to October 2008; and as Vice President - Eastern Division from April 2006 to March 2007; and as Vice President of Retail Strategy from October 2005 to April 2006 of the company. Mr. Dyke has also served in various positions at AutoNation, Inc from 1996 to 2005.

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Heath R. Byrd

Chief Financial Officer; Executive Vice President Senior Management Since: 2013 Age: 59

Mr. Heath R. Byrd has been the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President of the company since 2013. Prior to this, he served as the Chief Information Officer and Vice President of the company from 2007 to 2013. Mr. Byrd has also, served in several management positions at HR America, Inc and as Manager in the Management Consulting Division of Ernst & Young LLP.

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B. Scott Smith

Director Non Executive Board Since: 2022 Age: 58

R. Eugene Taylor

Director Non Executive Board Since: 2015 Age: 78
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