Meet Our Family

Click on one of the people below to find out more information.

CEO

860-253-4753

What are you most proud of when it comes to your business?

I am so proud that our employees have embraced our core values. They display them all the time! You can see it in how we treat each other and our customers. I am also proud that we have been able to build the company with one another. Teamwork is alive with us!

Why are you so dedicated to helping the community?

It feels good to give back! I want to make an impact and lasting difference, strengthen the community and meet others with similar interests so I can form lifelong relationships. It is so important to give back to the community we live in. This is where we chose to live and work. It is our responsibility to plant, fertilize and grow something greater!

What does "We Treat You Like Family" mean to you?

It means we will go to any length to have everyone be their best for our customers!

Do you have any words of wisdom to hand down to business professionals?

Always give the best version of yourself. I would rather be amazingly positive and optimistic than destructively negative and hateful.

What do you do when you're not at work?

I think about work and clients! I am always thinking of how to make life better for our customers and employees!

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General Manager

David Nathan General Manager

DavidNathan@GaryRomeKia.com

(860) 253-4753

What is your professional background?

I have been in the car business my entire adult life, starting as a lot boy at 18 years old and moving from sales to management after a successful 16 years on the floor. I cannot imagine myself in another line of work.

What is your favorite part about your job?

I love how the job changes from day to day. Meeting new people from all walks of life and different careers makes for a change everyday. I get to help people drive new cars and fulfill dreams, what could be better?!

What is your favorite part about watching Gary Rome Kia grow?

Being a part of Gary Rome Auto group has been exciting. I get to be a part of growth on a daily basis. I have seen changes in the auto group ranging from creating new positions and promotions coming from within the company, to a 35,000 square foot building being constructed from the ground up. It is clear that Gary is always looking towards the future and makes enormous contributions to the car business as well as the community.

What do you like to do outside of work?

I like to spend my time off traveling when I can. I am a lover of the beach and tropical locations. When I am not traveling, I enjoy boating on the Connecticut river with friends and family

What are two things that are still on your bucket list?

My bucket list has changed over the years as my kids have grown and moved off to college, but I would say 2 things that have not changed are flying in a private plane and spending a week in one of the over the water resort huts in the south Pacific. Actually I would like to combine both of those bucket list wishes in one fantastic vacation!!

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Sales

Michael Robare Finance Manager

MRobare@GaryRomeKia.com

(860) 253-4753

What is your favorite part about your job?

Overcoming the negative stigma of the car buying process and introducing our customers to a personalized experience.

What is your professional background?

I was born into the car business. I've done everything from clean, fix, recycle, to tow cars. My family owned a used car dealership and auto recycling company in Chicopee, MA. I came here as a sales consultant in October 2015 and was promoted to Finance Manager in August 2018.

What are your goals taking on this Finance Manager Position?

To continue to grow with Gary Rome Auto Group.

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Steve Liptak Pre Owned Sales Manager

SLiptak@GaryRomeKia.com

860-253-4753

What is your favorite part about your job?

I like being hands on with the inventory, knowing the various vehicles insides and out. I have the least desk oriented management job in my opinion. I am constantly on my feet checking on cars that are coming and going throughout the sales department. A good Used Car Manager is never idle!

What is your professional background?

I've worked for Gary Rome for over 10 years now (approaching on my 11th). Before I came to work here in Enfield I worked alongside my father in the service end of the business starting at 8 years old. It gave me a lot of respect for automotive service and the valued relationship between the service department and the sales department.

If you life were a song title, what would it be?

"No Time to Kill" - Clint Black

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John Bruso Sales & Leasing Consultant

JBruso@GaryRomeKia.com

(860) 253-4753

What is your favorite part about your job?

I like meeting new people and building relationships

What is your professional background?

I've always been selling cars. I've been at Gary Rome Kia for over 10 years now.

If you were a jelly bean, what flavor would you be?

Cherry

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Justin Martin Sales & Leasing Consultant

JMartin@GaryRomeKia.com

(860) 253-4753

What is your favorite part about your job?

My favorite part about my job is meeting new people and having the opportunity to build new relationships.

What is your professional background?

My background is hospitality management. I was in restaurant management for over 20 years.

Do you have a hidden talent?

My hidden talent is fishing! Just call me the "Fish Whisperer!"

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Will Morris Sales & Leasing Consultant

WMorris@GaryRomeKia.com

(860) 253-4753

What is your favorite part about your job?

The people I work with: what we do every day is fun!

What is your professional background?

I've been with Gary Rome Kia for about 2 years now. Before that I was a sales consultant when I was attending Keene State.

If you could learn about anything in the world, what would you like to learn more about?

I would love to learn more about the outdoor world! It would be cool to know more about the whole eco system!

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Wayne Tait Sales & Leasing Consultant

WTait@GaryRomeKia.com

(860) 698-1467

What is your favorite part about your job?

I love working in customer service.

What is your professional background?

I've always worked in customer service. I've been in the automotive industry for 29 years. Right after high school, I worked in retail selling suits. I started in the automotive industry as an auto detailer.

Do you have a hidden talent?

I was the state wrestling champion from 1975-1977!

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Jessica Rios Lot Manager

(860) 253-4753

What is your favorite part about your job?

I do a little bit of everything! So I never get tired of my day to day tasks!

What is your professional background?

I have been with Gary Rome Kia for almost 10 years now!

If you could learn about anything in the world, what would you like to know more about?

How to make more money!!

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Service

Ivy Velez Service Manager

Ivy@GaryRomeKia.com

(860) 253-4753

What is your favorite part about your job?

The people! I am such a people person. Other than my little brother that works in Holyoke, I consider so many people here as part of my family.

What is your professional background?

When I was in High School, I started working with cars on co op. I have always worked in the automotive industry, working at various auto parts stores.

Do you have a hidden talent?

Everyone knows that I am the best baker. I can make gourmet cupcakes and fancy cakes. I don't even like sweets! But I love to cook and bake for the people I love. My secret ingredient is always LOVE.

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Trisden Toccaline Assistant Service Manager

What is your favorite part about your job?

I love my coworkers, forming relationships and laughing at work!

What is your professional history?

Before I started working at Gary Rome Kia, I was working as a professional painter.

If your life were a song title, what would it be?

"I Got Money" -50 Cent

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What is your favorite part about your job?

I like working on cars

What is your professional history?

I worked in retail before this.

If you were a jelly bean, what flavor would you be?

Cherry

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Gabriel Arce Kia Master Technician

(860) 253-4753

What is your favorite part about your job?

The mechanics!

What is your professional background?

I was a mechanic and an electrician in Puerto Rico.

If you were a jelly bean what flavor would you be?

Caramel

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Ricky Santa Kia Master Technician

(860) 253-4753

What is your favorite part about your job?

I love coming here to make money!

What is your professional background?

I was a landscaper, I worked in a body shop, and I've detailed cars. I came here 4 years ago and was running the detailing team before I became a technician.

If you could learn about anything in the world, what would you like to learn more about?

NASA

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Justin Guerreiro Shop Manager / Dispatcher

What is your favorite part about your job?

I like working on cars.

What is your professional history?

This is my first job.

If you were a jelly bean, what flavor would you be?

Strawberry

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Chris MacDonald Service Technician

What is your favorite part about your job?

I really like fixing things and solving problems.

What is your professional history?

I've worked for the past 10 years as a technician.

If you were a jelly bean, what flavor would you be?

Cherry

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Parts

Juan Molina Parts Manager

JMolina@GaryRomeKia.com

(860) 253-4753

What is your favorite part about your job?

I get to work with cars!

What is your professional background?

I've done everything! I've worked in factories and was a landscaper before I came here about 5 years ago.

If your life was a song title, what would it be?

"Get Rich or Die Trying"

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Miggy Rivera Parts Advisor

MRivera@GaryRomeKia.com

(860) 253-4753

What is your favorite part about your job?

I like that I get my own space to work and get things done.

What is your professional background?

I worked mechanics very young with my dad. I have been a CNA and a PCA before I came to Gary Rome Kia. I started here about a year ago!

If you were a jelly bean what flavor would you be?

Cherry

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Telesha Williams Business Development Manager

TWilliams@GaryRomeAutoGroup.com

(413) 420-8291

What is your favorite part about your job?

The people. I love the people I work with and all of our customers.

What is your professional background?

I am a sales and marketing professional. I have an MBA in Entrepreneurship and Innovative Thinking and a Master's in Leadership and Negotiation. I've been with Gary Rome since 2008 and left briefly after college to work in Marketing and brought that experience back with me here. My professional career has expanded since my return and led me to the position I am currently in.

Do you have a hidden talent?

Organizing! I have systems that no one can mess with! I can create a system for anyone and anything!

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Vanessa Williams Lead Business Development Specialist

VWilliams@GaryRomeAutoGroup.com

(413) 420-8286

What is your favorite part about your job?

I like people! I enjoy talking with my customers and forming relationships with them. I love the people I work with and the friendships that I've formed here! Plus, I love how fast paced my job is!

What is your professional background?

I was in the dental field for about 8 years before managing a day care. I've been with Gary Rome Hyundai for 3 years now.

If you could learn about anything in the world, what would you like to know more about?

I would love to learn how to do Ballroom Dancing!

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Laura Wilby Business Development Specialist

LWilby@GaryRomeAutoGroup.com

(413) 420-8284

What is your favorite part about your job?

The people that I work with

What is your professional background?

I have been in customer service for the last 14 years

If your life were a song title, what would it be?

"Sweet Nothing"

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Sarah Ramsey Service Appointment Coordinator

SRamsey@GaryRomeHyundai.com

(413) 420-8290

What is your favorite part about your job?

Helping people know that they are due to come in for service before anything goes wrong with their car.

What is your professional background?

I worked with kids before this. I've been at Gary Rome Hyundai for 3 years.

If your life were a song title, what would it be?

"Party in the U.S.A."

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Kylin Sorl Receptionist

KSorl@GaryRomeAutoGroup.com

(860) 253-4753

What is your favorite part about your job?

I love playing with numbers and all things brainy and geeky! I also love the company overall and how flexible and encouraging the managers here are.

What is your professional background?

I previously was working in a small General Electric Company in Portfolio, Programming, and Project Manager positions. I also have a Six Sigma Green Belt. I've been here at Gary Rome Hyundai for 3 years now.

If you could learn about anything in the world, what would you like to know more about?

If I could learn about anything in the world? There are too many never ending questions that roam my mind. I guess it would be what makes people tick. Cultural anthropology/ psychology/ sociology...

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Hailey Raleigh Social Media Marketing Manager

HRaleigh@GaryRomeAutoGroup.com

(413) 420-8285

What is your favorite part about your job?

My favorite part about my job is getting to use my creative abilities in order to create content. Not to mention I work with great people as well!

What is your professional background?

I worked at a coffee shop and in customer service. I am currently attending Westfield State University studying Business with a concentration in Marketing and a minor in Biology.

If you were a jelly bean, what flavor would you be?

I would be a lemon jelly bean because I am sweet and unique!

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