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General Manager
- Mike Maheras
- GENERAL MANAGER
- mlm@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 323
Hometown: Palos Park, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since February 1997
How Long in the Car Business: Since September 1991
Hobbies: Going to my kids' activities such as karate, baseball,and
football games. I enjoy taking the family to professional
sporting games such as the White Sox, Bulls, and Hawks.
Favorite Sports Team: Bulls, Sox, Bears, and Hawks
Favorite Chevy:Â 1970 Chevelle
Favorite Food: Lou Malnati's pizza and Michelle's homemade lasagna
Favorite Song: "Eye of the Tiger" by Survivor
Favorite Movie: Risky Business
Favorite Vacation Spot: Florida with the familyI was born and raised in Palos Park. I am a graduate of Sandburg High School. I've been in the car business since 1991. I joined the Phillips Chevy team in 1997 as a Sales Manager, and like they say, hard work pays off. I am now the General Manager of Phillips Chevrolet. I am married with 3 wonderful kids. My favorite pastime, other than spending it with my family, is to visit the Augusta National, hanging out by the Amen Corner.
Mission Statement: "Doing the basics brilliantly" and "It's up to me."
Frankfort Managers
- Brian McMahon
- GENERAL SALES MANAGER
- brian@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 353
Hometown: New Lenox, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since January 2001
Hobbies: Spending time with my family
Favorite Sports Teams: Chicago Bears and Bulls
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Corvette
Favorite Food: Chicken
Favorite Movie: Pulp Fiction
Favorite Vacation Spot: Destin, FloridaI grew up in New Lenox and graduated from Lincoln Way High School in 1993.
I worked in construction and as a bartender, before I started in the automotive
industry with Phillips Chevrolet as a sales consultant. I'm married to my lovely wife, Becky, we have two boys, Max and Tyler.Favorite Quote: "You can't sell what you don't know you have."
- Robert Noer
- INVENTORY/SALES MANAGER
- robert@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 319
Hometown: Chicago, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since August 1994
Hobbies: Cooking, gardening, playing cards
Favorite Sports Team: All teams Chicago
Favorite Chevy: 2014 Corvette Stingray
Favorite Food: Homemade baby back ribs (Memphis style)
Favorite Song: Anything by "Luther" will do
Favorite Movie: JFK
Favorite Vacation Spot: Wherever my family isBorn and raised on the south side of Chicago, I grew up in neighborhoods stretching from West Englewood to Archer Heights. After coming home from college in 1994, I was originally hired in that summer in new car sales. The rest is history. My background here is made up of 7 years in sales, 6 years in finance, and my last 8 years as Commercial/Fleet Sales Manager.
Personal Philosophy: My goal is to provide our clients with the most accurate information available to help manage all of their business and personal vehicle needs.
- Walter Fields
- SALES MANAGER
- walter@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 356
Hometown: Country Club Hills, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since November 2013
Hobbies: Spending time with family, weight lifting, video games
Favorite Sports Teams: Chicago White Sox, Bulls and Bears
Favorite Chevy: 2014 Chevy Silverado
Favorite Food: Sushi
Favorite Song: Like all music
Favorite Movie: Anything Sci-fi and action
Favorite Vacation Spot: Anywhere there is sand and blue waterI've been in the car business for 22 years. I'm the father of two boys,
10 and 14. I have lived in Manhattan, Illinois for 8 years, and have
been married to my wife, for 14 years.Favorite Quote: "Doing the basics brilliantly."
- Richard Samaniego
- SALES MANAGER
- richard.samaniego@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 330
Hometown: Calumet City, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since May 2014
How Long in the Car Business: Since Aug 1991
Hobbies: Running, weight lifting and spending time with my family
Favorite Sports Team: Chicago Bears
Favorite Chevy: Chevrolet Corvette
Favorite Food: Mexican or Italian
Favorite Movie: Any Action or Sci-fi films
Favorite Vacation Spot: DisneyI have been in the car business for 24 years. I've been married
to my wife for 23 years and have three beautiful kids.Personal Philosophy: "Treat others as you want to be treated"
- Marty McKenna
- SALES MANAGER & DEAN OF PHILLIPS UNIVERSITY
- marty.mckenna@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 315
Hometown: Tinley Park, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since December 2010
Hobbies: Golf, bowling, musician
Favorite Sports Team: Chicago Cubs, Bears, Blackhawks
Favorite Chevy: Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
Favorite Food: A nice filet and a glass of merlot
Favorite Vacation Spot: HawaiiI have lived in Tinley Park for 30 years. I have been married to my
wife Kathy for 30 years. I have three children. My oldest son, Marty,
is a Software Engineer. My other son, Mike, is a Personal Banker
and my daughter Melissa is a Dancer in New York. In my spare time,I
love to golf and spend time with my family.Mission Statement: "My mission is to provide my customers with the best buying experience possible,to go the extra mile, to make sure their experience at Phillips Chevrolet is nothing short of exceptional, and to become their salesman of choice for life."
- Anthony McAuley
- SALES MANAGER
- anthony.mcauley@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 322
Hometown: Frankfort, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since March 2016
How Long in the Car Business: Since April 2012
Hobbies: Golfing, Road Trips, Cooking, and Fishing
Favorite Sports Team: Chicago Bears, Bulls, and Cubs
Favorite Chevy: Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport
Favorite Food: Italian Beef Sandwich
Favorite Song: Tennessee Whiskey by Chris Stapleton
Favorite Movie: Shawshank Redemption
Favorite Vacation Spot: San Diego, CAI grew up in Frankfort, IL. When I am not working, you can find me outside whether it be barbecuing or playing a round of golf. I am married and have two dogs.
Mission Statement: "The best preparation for tomorrow is doing you best today."
- Wade Gierat
- SALES MANAGER
- wade.gierat@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 348
Hometown: Orland Park, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since May 2022
Hobbies: Reading, writing, and playing with my two sons
Favorite Sports Teams: Real Madrid
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Tahoe
Favorite Movie: Rushmore
Favorite Vacation Spot: North CarolinaMy name is Wade. Prior to working in the car business, I spent 8 years in retail. I enjoy writing poetry in my spare time and self published when I was 20. I like with my girlfriend and our two young boys. When I'm not at Phillips, I'm either playing with my kids or have a book in my hand.
Favorite Quote: "Try to learn to let what is unfair teach you." David Foster Wallace
- Steve Sorensen
- COMMERCIAL TRUCK MANAGER
- steve.sorensen@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 398
Steve was named "Best Auto Salesperson" by the readers of the Southland Your Times in their annual poll of south suburban businesses.
Hometown: Frankfort, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since January 2012
Hobbies: Golf, Playing drums
Favorite Sports Team: Blackhawks, Bears
Favorite Chevy: Chevrolet Malibu
Favorite Food: Italian
Favorite Song: "Stairway to Heaven" by Led Zeppelin
Favorite Movie: The Bourne Series
Favorite Vacation Spot: Cozumel, MexicoI grew up in the country but have lived in Frankfort for 19 years now. I've been married for 21 years and have two beautiful daughters. The attitude I bring to my job is to always treat people the same way I'd like to be treated.
Personal Philosophy: "You only get out of life what you put into it."
- Howard Ward
- USED CAR MANAGER
- howard.ward@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 350
Hometown: Chicago, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since April 2009
How Long in the Car Business: Since 1998
Hobbies: Fishing, Sports
Favorite Sports Teams: Chicago White Sox, Bulls and Bears
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Camaro
Favorite Food: Seafood/Italian
Favorite Movie: The Usual Suspects
Favorite Vacation Spot: Las VegasI was born and raised on the south side of Chicago.
I studied economics at the University of Illinois. I love
working at Phillips Chevrolet because after a lengthy
career in the car business, I still love helping people.Favorite Quote: "Playoffs?!"
- Chuck Gosney
- ASSISTANT USED CAR MANAGER
- chuck.gosney@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 373
- Kenny Ballard
- USED CAR MANAGER
- kenny.ballard@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-2793 EXT. 366
Hometown: Bradley, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since June 2018
Hobbies: Video games, golfing, sports
Favorite Sports Team: Bulls, Bears
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Tahoe
Favorite Food: Steak
Favorite Song: "Spaceboss" by Space Jesus
Favorite Movie: Fast Times at Ridgemont High
Favorite Vacation Spot: Anywhere with a beachI was born and raised in Evergreen Park, IL. I am a graduate from Bradley high school. I've been working with and cleaning cars for a long time so I decided to go to the sales side of the business.
Mission Statements: "Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new."
Frankfort Finance
- Ash Shomaly
- FINANCE DIRECTOR
- ash.shomaly@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 352
Hometown: Bourbonnais, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since August 2020
Hobbies: Golfing and Fishing
Favorite Sports Team: Chicago Cubs
Favorite Chevy: Corvette
Favorite Food: Pizza
Favorite Movie: Nothing to Lose
Favorite Song: "Revelation" by Aestral
Favorite Vacation Spot: Coco Beach, FloridaI studied business in college and I've worked retail for 24 years. I have two beautiful girls. I love to fish and play golf, and also to grill and hang out with friends.
Personal Philosphy: "If you quit once, it becomes a habit. Never Quit!"
- Fabian Sustaita
- FINANCE MANAGER
- fabian@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 506
- Hometown: Tinley Park, ILHow Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since May 2023How Long in the Car Business: Since May 2019Hobbies:Being with family, go to the gym, play soccerFavorite Sports Team: Real Madrid, Chicago CubsFavorite Chevy: CamaroFavorite Food: PizzaFavorite Song: Mr. Carter- Lil WayneFavorite Movie: CarsFavorite Vacation Spot: Anywhere with a beachMission Statement: " Some people want it to happen, Some wish it will happen, other make it happen"- Michael Jordan
- Oscar Mora-Hernandez
- ASSISTANT FINANCE MANAGER
- oscar.hernandez@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 517
Hometown: Chicago, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since August 2018
Hobbies: Sports & Reading
Favorite Sports Team: Barcelona
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Silverado
Favorite Food: Deep Dish Pizza
Favorite Song: Anything Hip-Hop
Favorite Movie: Any Comedy
Favorite Vacation Spot: MexicoI am an open minded individual who always strives for accuracy. I maintain a consistent positive attitude at all times. I'm always looking forward to improving myself and helping others. Living the present for a better future!
Mission Statement: "You're never "done", you're finished." - high school teacher & "If you don't fail, you won't succeed."
- Nathan Lindberg
- ASSISTANT FINANCE MANAGER
- nathan.lindberg@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 518
Hometown: Steger, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since June 2021
How Long in the Car Business: Since June 2021
Hobbies: PC Building, Cars, Jet Skiing
Favorite Sports Team: Chicago Bulls
Favorite Chevy: Camaro SS
Favorite Food: Sushi
Favorite Song: "Careless Whisper" by George Michael
Favorite Movie: Boyz n the Hood
Favorite Vacation Spot: FloridaI was born and raised in Steger, IL. I graduated from Bloom High School and joined Phillips Chevy in June 2021 as a Sales Intern. I spend my free time with my two dogs, Neptune and Noah, and my cat, Abby.
Frankfort Delivery Coordinators
- Akela Perry
- DELIVERY COORDINATOR
- akela.perry@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 524
- Jamarion Lofton
- DELIVERY COORDINATOR
- jamarion@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 524
Frankfort Non-Commission Sales Specialists
- Andrew Gluckleder
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- andrew@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 397
- Brendan Motill
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- brendan.motill@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 385
Hometown: Tinley Park, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since November 2024
How Long in the Car Business: Since November 2024
Hobbies: Basketball, football, spending time with family.
Favorite Sports Team: Bears, Philadelphia 76ers
Favorite Chevy: 1967 Stingray
Favorite Food: Homemade Fettuccini Alfredo
Favorite Song: " No Quarter" Led Zeppelin
Favorite Movie: Good Will Hunting
Favorite Vacation Spot: HawaiiI grew up in Tinley Park. I played baseball when I was younger. For 16 years, I worked in restaurants.
Mission Statement: " Everybody is a genius, but if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will go its whole life thinking it's stupid."
- Chris Baxendale
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- chris.baxendale@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 368
Hometown: Norman, OK
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since July 2015
Hobbies: Anything to do with automobiles, spending time with family and reading
Favorite Sports Teams: University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma City Thunder
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Corvette Z06
Favorite Food: A good steak
Favorite Song: "Rocket Man" - Elton John
Favorite Movie: No Country for Old Man
Favorite Vacation Spot: Las VegasI was born in Oklahoma City and graduated high school in 2001. I joined the Air Force National Guard for 6 years. I also attended the University of Oklahoma for 5 years. I have worked in the oil industry
for most of my professional career.
Personal Philosophy: "Live for this moment, the present is all that exists."
- Cynthia Vela
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- cynthia.vela@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 312
- Garry Jackson
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- garry.jackson@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 309
- Hometown: Penns Grove, New Jersey (Currently living in Chicago)How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since May 2025How Long in the Car Business: Since June 2022Hobbies: I have a passion for travel, exploring different cultures through food, and capturing life's best moments through photography.Favorite Sports Teams: Philadelphia Eagles "Go Birds!", 76ERs, Phillies, and FlyersFavorite Chevy: Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High CountryFavorite Food: Anything Mexican Cuisine and SeafoodFavorite Song: Lil' Wayne- Go Getta (No Quitter)Favorite Movie: The NotebookFavorite Vacation Spot: Cancun, MexicoBio:I grew up in Penns Grove, NJ, and have proudly been a part of the Phillips Chevrolet team since May 2025. I'm here to make the car-buying process easy, stress-free, and-most importantly-genuine. The stigma around car salespeople is real, but I'm on a mission to change that perception through hard work, authentic connections, and in-depth knowledge of the vehicles I represent.With over 3 years of experience and as a non-commission sales professional, I have the freedom to focus solely on your needs-no pressure, no games. My goal is to provide a straightforward, informative, and no-nonsense approach that helps you make a smart, confident decision you feel great about.Outside of work, I'm a proud family man-husband to my amazing wife Maria, father to my energetic 4-year-old son Noah, and now, to our twin newborn boys, Isai and Luka Jackson.Give me the opportunity to deliver a legendary customer experience that puts you and your family first. Let's do business the right way-together.Mission Statement:My mission is to do as much as I can, for as many people as I can, for as long as I can-through honesty, hard work, and a commitment to delivering a truly exceptional car-buying experience. This mindset extends beyond my career; it's a way of life that drives me to be the best person and the best version of myself every day.
- Jaime Serna
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- jaime.serna@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 327
- Hometown: Oak Lawn , IllinoisHow Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since May 2025How long in car business: July 2017Hobbies: Spending time with my family and Friends. MoviesFavorite Sports Teams: Bears and White SoxFavorite Chevy: 1964 ImpalaFavorite Food: Homemade Mexican FoodFavorite Song: Las Botas de Charro - Vicente FernandezFavorite Movie: A Bronx TaleFavorite Vacation Spot: CancunI'm Just a simple guy who loves to spend time With my boys ( Emiliano and Lorenzo). Whenever I'm not at work I'm typically watching movies or sports. I'm a self proclaimed Movie Buff and love giving recommendations. I speak Spanish fluently and take pride in my heritage and roots. I love watching sports and I am die hard fan of the UFC.Personal Philosophy: "When you expect nothing and you get everything, that's destiny."
- Jake Tully
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- jake@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 325
- Jarrell Greer
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- jarrell.greer@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 367
Hometown: Chicago, Illinois
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since September 2016
Hobbies: R/C cars, traveling, sports, and enjoying time with the family
Favorite Sports Team: Chicago Bulls
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Monte Carlo
Favorite Food: Pizza
Favorite Song: "Dear Momma" - Tupac
Favorite Movie: Harlem Nights
Favorite Vacation Spot: Orlando, FloridaI was born on the west side of Chicago and now live in University Park. My main goal in life is to provide for my family and keep them happy.
Personal Philosophy: "Don't wait for an opportunity, create it!"
- Joe Luque
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- joe.luque@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 355
Hometown: Frankfort, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since October 2001
How Long in the Car Business: Since 2000
Hobbies: 5k runs with my dog on Old Plank Trail, bowling, traveling, and beach volleyball
Favorite Sports Teams: Chicago Cubs, Bears, and Blackhawks
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Volt and Corvette Stingray
Favorite Food: Chicken pot pie
Favorite Song: Drive My Car by the Beatles
Favorite Movie: The Karate Kid
Favorite Vacation Spot: ArubaI was born and raised in the South Suburbs, and lived in Venezuela for 5 years. I went to college at Western Illinois University where I studied business management. I married my wife in 2011 and we have two sons.
Personal Philosophy: "I love helping people find the best vehicle to fit their needs
and budget in a fun and professional way."
- Jordan Jurgovan
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- jordan.jurgovan@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 519
Hometown:Â Frankfort, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet:Â Since December 2018
How Long in the Car Business:Â Since August 2015
Hobbies:Â Concerts, sporting events
Favorite Sports Team:Â White Sox, Blackhawks, Paris Saint-Germain
Favorite Chevy: ZL1 Chevy Camaro
Favorite Food:Â Steak
Favorite Song:Â "Wet Sand" by Red Hot Chili Peppers
Favorite Movie:Â Avengers Infinity War
Favorite Vacation Spot:Â Wautoma, WisconsinÂRaised in Frankfort. Spending time with my friends and family. Always ready for a challenge and happy to be in the car business.
Mission Statement:Â "Men are not prisoners of fate, but only prisoners of their own mind."
- Lauren Maiero
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- lauren.maiero@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 338
Hometown:Â Palos Hills, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet:Â Since January 2019
Hobbies:Â Painting, hockey, skating
Favorite Sports Team:Â Chicago Blackhawks, Philadelphia Flyers
Favorite Chevy:Â Black 1969 Chevy Impala
Favorite Food:Â Italian
Favorite Song:Â "Missionary Man" by Ghost
Favorite Vacation Spot:Â PhillyHockey fanatic who loves to watch and recreational skate hockey. Creative person by nature and I thoroughly enjoy painting sports portraits and cooking new recipes.
Mission Statement:Â "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take."
- Linden Ware
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- linden.ware@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 394
Hometown:Â New Lenox, IL
How Long in the Car Business:Â Since March 2009
Hobbies:Â Football, baseball, track
Favorite Chevy:Â Chevy Tahoe
Favorite Food:Â Steak
Favorite Song:Â "I Will Always Love You"
Favorite Movie:Â Troy
Favorite Vacation Spot:Â FloridaI love to go on vacation with the family, ride my bike and cook out on the grill. I do a little fishing, then relax on the weekend by catching a movie.
Mission Statement:Â "Doing the basics brilliantly" and "It's up to me."
- Lisa Gonzalez-Phillips
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST - Hablo español
- lisa@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 320
Hometown:Â New Lenox, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet:Â Since January 2014
Hobbies:Â Working out, traveling, learning how to cook, doing home projects.
Favorite Sports Team:Â Green Bay Packers
Favorite Chevy:Â Chevy Blazer
Favorite Food:Â Tacos, anything really I'm not a picky eater
Favorite Song:Â "May We All" by Georgia Line
Favorite Movie:Â Anything horror/scary
Favorite Vacation Spot: Florida with the familyI'm 28 years old. I built my first home with my boyfriend of five years. I'm an extreme traveler and I try to visit new destinations every year. The key to make me happy is by giving me chocolate or anything sweet really. In my spare time I love to hang with family and friends, as well as going to new places/adventures.
Mission Statement:Â "Be the reason someone smiles today."
- Michael Maheras Jr.
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- mlmjr@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 313
- Nick Brown
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- nick.brown@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 344
- Niko Kalpakidis
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST - Hablo español
- niko.kalpakidis@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 370
Hometown: Frankfort, Illinois
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since April 2014
How Long in the Car Business: Since April 2014
Hobbies: Working out, cooking, soccer, and racquetball
Favorite Sports Teams:Chicago Blackhawks, Cubs, Bears and Juventus F.C
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Corvette Stingray
Favorite Food: Greek or Italian
Favorite Song: With or Without You - U2
Favorite Movie: The Godfather, Casino, Scarface
Favorite Vacation Spot: Greek IslandsI grew up in Frankfort and went to Lincoln Way High School. I have been in the restaurant/ bar business for 23 years. I have a strong passion for life's new challenges. I speak 4 languages and love being apart of the Phillips team!
Personal Philosophy: "Be humble, be hungry and always be the hardest worker in the room."
- Noor Hamad
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- noor.hamad@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 318
- Rami Alamawi
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- rami@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 362
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Hometown: Orland Park, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since July 2010
Hobbies: Spending time with my beautiful wife Suzan and my kids Moe, Jenna and Nimer
Favorite Sports Teams: Chicago Bulls
Favorite Chevy:Â 2020 C8 ConvertibleÂ
Favorite Food:Â Double cheeseburgers
Favorite Movie: Scarface
Favorite Vacation Spot:Â Amman JordanI have been in the car business for 10 years and with Phillips Chevy for 10 years. I love watching the smile of people's face when they drive their brand new Chevy.
Mission Statement: "Everyone wants to win, but not everyone is willing to prepare to win. Work hard & play hard."
- Sean Crain
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- sean.crain@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 509
- Steve Sorensen
- NON-COMMISSION SALES SPECIALIST
- steve.sorensen@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 398
Hometown: Frankfort, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since January 2012
Hobbies: Golf, Playing drums
Favorite Sports Team: Blackhawks, Bears
Favorite Chevy: Chevrolet Malibu
Favorite Food: Italian
Favorite Song: "Stairway to Heaven" by Led Zeppelin
Favorite Movie: The Bourne Series
Favorite Vacation Spot: Cozumel, MexicoI grew up in the country but have lived in Frankfort for 19 years now. I've been married for 21 years and have two beautiful daughters. The attitude I bring to my job is to always treat people the same way I'd like to be treated.
Personal Philosophy: "You only get out of life what you put into it."
Frankfort Internet Department
- Chris Smith
- INTERNET SALES DIRECTOR
- chris.smith@philllipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 305
Hometown:Â Midlothian, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet:Â Since August 2006
How Long in the Car Business:Â Since 1992
Hobbies:Â Photography, any outdoor activity; cars and bikes.
Favorite Chevy:Â Z06 Corvette
Favorite Food:Â Chinese
Favorite Song:Â Anything that triggers a fun memory
Favorite Movie:Â The Goonies
Favorite Vacation Spot:Â CaliforniaÂI'm always up for a challenge, I always look after friends and family, I always help someone in need.
Mission Statement:Â "Nothing's impossible"
- Alicia Sanchez
- INTERNET SALES SPECIALIST
- alicia.sanchez@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 365
- Kaylannie Tovar
- INTERNET SALES SPECIALIST
- kaylannie@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 349
- Carina Estrada
- INTERNET SALES SPECIALIST
- carina.estrada@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 340
- Alfonzo Frazier
- INTERNET SALES SPECIALIST
- alfonzo@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 526
- Natalia Szwab
- INTERNET SALES SPECIALIST
- natalias@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 379
- Lilah Hernandez
- INTERNET SALES SPECIALIST
- lilah@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 361
- Josh Arvia
- INTERNET SALES SPECIALIST
- josh@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 332
- Olivia Quinn
- INTERNET SALES SPECIALIST
- olivia@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 331
- David Rudnicki
- INTERNET SALES SPECIALIST
- daver@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 399
- Roy Botello
- INTERNET SALES SPECIALIST
- royb@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 391
Frankfort Service
- Dan Kachinsky
- FIXED OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
- dank@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 395
Hometown: Chicago Ridge, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since February 2005
How Long in the Car Business: Since 1980
Hobbies: Boating, snowmobiling, motorsports
Favorite Sports Teams: Chicago sports fan
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Silverado
Favorite Food: Cheeseburgers
Favorite Song: Thunderstruck by AC/DC
Favorite Movie: Lethal Weapon series
Favorite Vacation Spot: Lake of the OzarksI grew up in Chicago Ridge and attended Richards High School. I have been in the automotive industry since I was 10 years old. Spending time with my wife and two kids is a favorite past time. I started at Phillips in 2005 as a service advisor. I really enjoy my job and take pride in assisting all our guests, which helped me work my way up to service director. My goals are to make certain our guests' vehicles are fixed right and in a timely manner.
Personal Philosophy: "It can be done."
- Mike Riordan
- SERVICE MANAGER
- mike.riordan@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 311
- Daniel Walsh
- SERVICE DISPATCHER
- dan.walsh@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 369
Hometown: Tinley Park, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since October 2016
Hobbies: RC Cars, watching/listening to live music, hanging out with friends
Favorite Sports Team: Cubs, Bears, Blackhawks
Favorite Chevy: 1996 Chevelle SS
Favorite Food: Stuffed Peppers
- Christine Finch
- SERVICE ADVISOR
- christine.finch@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 392
Hometown: Peotone, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since August 1992
How Long in the Car Business: Since 1986
Hobbies: Painting, drawing, scrapbooking
Favorite Sports Team: Green Bay Packers, Chicago White Sox
Favorite Chevy: Chevrolet Malibu
Favorite Food: Pizza
Favorite Vacation Spot: Rhinelander, WII grew up in Hazelcrest, Illinois and moved to Wisconsin when I was in high school. That's when I started following the Packers. I moved back to Illinois in 1992 and started at Phillips in August of the same year. I have a 14-year-old son, Arik, who keeps me busy with baseball and basketball, and a "Morkie" (Maltese and Yorkie mix) named Fergie. I am recently married to my husband Mike.
Favorite Quote: "To thine own self be true."
- James Baggarly
- SERVICE ADVISOR
- james.baggarly@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 520
- Allison Coultas
- SERVICE ADVISOR
- allison.coultas@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 321
Hometown: Chicago, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since April 2020
How Long in the Car Business: Since January 2017
Hobbies: I enjoy hiking, yoga, watching TV, trying new restaurants and spending time with friends and family.
Favorite Sports Team: Indianapolis Colts/ Chicago Blackhawks
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Malibu
Favorite Food: Fried chicken and burgers
Favorite Song: "Homecoming" by Kanye West
Favorite Movie: Lord of the Rings
Favorite Vacation Spot: Sedona, AZI was born and raised in Beverly. I love sports and being outdoors. I currently live in Oak Lawn now. I went to Mother McAuley for high school and was into theater and ballet. I love dogs, you can catch me obsessing over my Pomeranian.
Mission Statement: "Everyday is a new beginning, take a deep breath, smile and start again."
- Cassandra Unolt
- SERVICE ADVISOR
- cassandra.unolt@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 360
- Hometown: Frankfort, ILHow Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since July 2023How Long in the Car Business: Since July 2023Hobbies: BowlingFavorite Sports Teams: Chicago Blackhawks, Chicago CubsFavorite Chevy: 2024 Chevy TahoeFavorite Food: Anything ItalianFavorite Song: Anything CountryFavorite Movie: Harry Potter SeriesFavorite Vacation Spot: ArizonaMy name is Cassie Unolt. I am originally from Frankfort but now I live in Midlothian IL. I went to Lincoln Way East High School and graduated 2006. My favorite place to go on vacation is Arizona, more specifically, my aunt's house.Personal Philosophy: "happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, if one only remember to turn on the Light..."- Professor Albus Dumbledore
- Eli Calderon
- SERVICE ADVISOR
- eli.calderon@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 339
- Theodore Peters
- SERVICE ADVISOR
- theodore.peters@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 346
Hometown: Tinley Park, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since August 2020
How Long in the Car Business: Since August 2020
Hobbies: Hanging out with family and friends, working at Mickey's Hotdogs (Family Business), learning how to cook meals for myself, and working out.
Favorite Sports Team: Chicago White Sox
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Blazer
Favorite Food: Salmon, Steak, Hibachi
Favorite Song: "My Hero" by Foo Fighters
Favorite Movie: The Wolf of Wall Street
Favorite Vacation Spot: GreeceMy name is Theodore Peters. I have been working at Phillips Chevrolet for 3 years now. I am a Delivery Coordinator. I love interacting with customers and helping with any problems or concerns they have. Working at Phillips Chevrolet as an employee is an honor. Come see me at Phillips, you won't be disappointed.
Mission Statement: "Success isn't given, it's earned."
- Danny Pec
- SERVICE SPECIALIST
- dannyp@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 328
- Mikal Manson
- PORTER SUPERVISOR
- mikal.manson@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 345
- Fares Ishak
- PORTER SUPERVISOR
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 345
- Samantha De Los Monteros
- WARRANTY DIRECTOR
- samanthad@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 336
Hometown:Â Bensenville, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet:Â Since September 2013
How Long in the Car Business:Â Since August 1999
Hobbies:Â Hunting, Fishing, Spending Time with Family, Lifting and Working out, Racing, and Watching Racing.
Favorite Sports Team:Â I'm not really a sports fan.
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Camaro
Favorite Food:Â Sweets!
Favorite Song:Â I don't have a favorite song but I listen to EDM
Favorite Movie:Â Hunger Games and the Divergent Series
Favorite Vacation Spot:Â Florida or Minnesota depending on the time of year.I'm a mom of two boys that keep me busy with sports and school. We are an active family that enjoys the outdoors together, hunting fishing and camping. I love my career but also need to make time for myself and I do that in the gym. I believe you should always challenge yourself and always work towards a new goal once you've hit the last one!
Mission Statements:Â "Don't predict your future, create it! Be you, for you, no one else!"
- Jackie Carbajal
- ASSISTANT WARRANTY ADMINISTRATOR
- jackie.carbajal@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 390
- Alexis Master
- DIGITAL SERVICE COORDINATOR
- alexis.master@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 511
- Cameron Cichowicz
- DIGITAL SERVICE COORDINATOR
- cameron@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 529
Frankfort Technicians
- Adam
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Anthony
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Brandon
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Dale
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Daniel
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Daniel
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Daniel
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Eric
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Jamel
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- James
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- JT
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Kevon
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Kyle
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Logan
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Mike
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Mike
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Nathan
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Reggie
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Ryan
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Steve
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Tom
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
- Zach
- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
Frankfort Parts
- Jeff Van Deursen
- PARTS DIRECTOR
- jeff.vandeursen@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 521
Hometown: South Holland, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since October 2013
How Long In The Car Business: Since February 1988
Hobbies: Hunting, camping, hiking
Favorite Sports Teams: Chicago Blackhawks, Bears, and Cubs
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Impala SS
Favorite Food: Cheeseburgers, and lots of them
Favorite Song: Walk - Pantera
Favorite Vacation Spot: Indiana DunesI grew up in South Holland, Illinois and lived there until I got married.
I lived in Chicago Heights for five years then moved to Dyer, Indiana. I have two teenage kids and two crazy dogs.Favorite Quote: "Be greedy when people are fearful, and be fearful when people are greedy." - Warren Buffett
- Dave Michaels
- PARTS MANAGER
- dave.michaels@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 337
- Mel Hawks
- ASSISTANT PARTS MANAGER
- mel.hawks@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 351
- Kris Fisher
- PARTS SPECIALIST
- kris.fisher@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 359
Hometown: Crete, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since September 2015
How Long in the Car Business: Since November 2014
Hobbies: Yoga, puzzles and reading
Favorite Sports Teams: Denver Broncos, Chicago Bears and Blackhawks
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Silverado Dually
Favorite Food: Anything
Favorite Song: "Thunderstruck" - ACDC
Favorite Movie: Wizard of Oz
Favorite Vacation Spot: MichiganI graduated from Homewood Flossmoor high school in 1988. I have twin boys, Bradley and Nicholas, and a cat named Callie.
Favorite Quote: "The only place success comes before work is in the dictionary"
- Connor Olson
- PARTS SPECIALIST
- connor.olson@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 334
- James Whippie
- PARTS SPECIALIST
- jim.whippie@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 343
- Carl Berry Jr.
- PARTS SPECIALIST
- carl.berry@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 335
Frankfort Office
- Lesley Wilson
- COMPTROLLER
- Christine Lawrence
- OFFICE DIRECTOR
- christine.lawrence@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-4313 EXT 429
- Kourtney Oldenburg
- OFFICE MANAGER
- kourtney.oldenburg@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 430
- Nicky Fraschetti
- PAYROLL
- nicky@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 371
- Tara Furst
- REBATE ADMINISTRATOR
- tara.furst@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 372
- Sue Lucas
- LICENSE & TITLE
- susan.sevening@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 306
- Sataria Calhoun
- BILLER
- sataria.calhoun@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 302
- Natalie McDowell
- OFFICE ASSISTANT
- natalie@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 329
- Amber Ruiz
- ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
- amber.ruiz@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 403
- Kayla Swanson
- PRE-BILLER
- kayla@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323
- Susan Zuniga
- GUEST RELATIONS MANAGER
- susan.zuniga@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT 316
- Amanda Sprinkle
- STAFFING COORDINATOR
- amanda@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 326
Hometown:Â Crestwood, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet:Â Since May 2019
Hobbies:Â Decorating, shopping, reading books
Favorite Sports Team:Â Chicago Bears
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Tahoe
Favorite Food:Â Pizza, anything with cheese
Favorite Song:Â "I'm Alive" by Celine Dion
Favorite Movie:Â Cocktail or Pretty Woman
Favorite Vacation Spot:Â Atlantis BahamasI graduated from Columbia College Chicago in 2006 with a Bachelors Degree in Business Management with a concentration in Fashion & Merchandising. I've been doing HR work for the past 12 years. I've been married for 14 years. I have two sons, D.J and Steven, and two bulldogs named Betty and Lucy.Â
Mission Statements:Â "Perseverance pays off."
- Amy Riley
- WEB/SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
- amy@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 342
Hometown: Mokena, Illinois
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since August 2012
Hobbies: Reading, crafts, pub trivia
Favorite Sports Teams: Chicago Blackhawks, White Sox
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Equinox
Favorite Food: Shawarma
Favorite Song: Bittersweet Symphony - The Verve
Favorite Movie: Silence of the Lambs
Favorite Vacation Spot: Somewhere new everytimeBorn and raised in Mokena, I've lived here most of my life besides brief stints in Champaign, Chicago, and New Orleans. I got into web design and internet marketing through running my own Ebay business for 10 years. I've been married to my husband Mike for 15 years, and we have two dogs, Rusty and Batgirl.
Personal Philosophy: Anything worth doing is worth doing well.
- Valerie Klootwyk
- WEB ASSOCIATE
- valerie@phillipschevrolet.com
- (866) 488-3323 EXT. 374
Hometown: Peotone, Illinois
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since October 2023
Hobbies: Working out, Running and Reading Romance.
Favorite Sports Teams: Green Bay Packers
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Silverado 1500
Favorite Food: Burgers or Italione Beef Sandwiches
Favorite Song: Love you, Miss you, Mean it by Luke Bryan
Favorite Movie: Mamma MiaFavorite Vacation Spot: Wherever I get to spend time with those I love.
I spent most of my life in Peotone but went to college in Wisconsin. I live with my boyfriend and our 2 fur babies now and am a proud fire service girlfriend. I spend way too much time reading or hanging out with my virtual friends. My first car was actually bought from Phillips.