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Started with Kia: 2001
Years in the Industry: 28 years
Employment
Background:
I started in the automotive industry back when I was in
high school. My family owned and operated a collision repair business.
I stayed with the collision repair business, eventually owning City
Centre Collision. After getting into selling used vehicles I decided to
take on the Kia franchise in 2001.
What do you love most about
working at Kia?
Kia is constantly growing; its brand, and its
quality. If you looked at Kia last year, look again this year. We just
keep getting better and better.
Why should I buy a Kia?
Quality.
Price. Warranty. Great staff.
Where did you grow up?
North
Bay.
How long have you been in North Bay?
45 years
How
do you participate in our community?
I love soccer, and I love
seeing our youth in sport. I've been sponsoring youth soccer in North
Bay for years. I currently sponsor 5 soccer teams, and one youth girl's
hockey team. I'm also a big believer in helping those less fortunate
than ourselves, so pitching in at the food bank and soup kitchen is
really important to me.
When not at work, what would you mostly
be found doing?
Spending time with family and friends; breaking
bread, relaxing, and definitely laughing.
What's been the
highlight of your life so far?
I've been very lucky. I have a
wonderful family, a great wife and three beautiful kids, aged 21, 19 and
12. Of course I can't forget to mention, owning my business.
Specialization: Customer Service, Retention and Sales.
Started with
Kia: 2010
Years in the Industry: 24 years
Employment
Background:
I've been a Sales Manager for the past 14 years, with
the previous 10 as a Sales Associate and Business Manager. I've worked
for Toyota, GM and Chrysler, and have now made a home for myself with
Kia North Bay.
What do you love most about working at Kia?
Working
in such a youthful and vibrant environment; being involved in growing a
business; the vehicles, our customers, our community.
Why
should I buy a Kia?
Simply put - Value. Nowhere else will you get
the same "Bang for the Buck". Go ahead compare. Look at the vehicle,
its warranty, options and fuel economy. Not to mention our dealership!
We offer the best value.
Where did you grow up?
Capreol,
Ontario
How long have you been in North Bay?
Since 2000 and I
love it here!
How do you participate in our community?
For
the past 7 years I've coached various levels of kids' hockey. Something
I'm likely to do for a long time to come.
When not hard at
work, what would you mostly be found doing?
I'm most often having
fun with my family and friends, playing golf or hockey.
What's
been the highlight of your life so far?
That's easy. My children.
From their first moments, watching them learn and grow into the
wonderful people that they are. I have loved every minute of raising my
children.
Specialization: Excellent Customer Satisfaction
Started with Kia:
2004
Years in the Industry: 6 years
Employment Background:
I
have always done what I'm good at - dealing with people. From high
school on, I just knew I was bound for a job in sales. Nothing pleases
me more than helping others get what they've worked hard to earn.
What
do you love most about working at Kia?
Great atmosphere! I really
enjoy coming to work, the Kia team is a lot of fun.
Why should I
buy a Kia?
Quality is obviously first, but I'm also a huge fan of
the Kia style. Can't forget the warranty, and most importantly the
value! Kia's prices are unmatched.
Where did you grow up?
North
Bay.
How long have you been in North Bay?
26 years
How
do you participate in our community?
I coach an under-15 boy's
soccer team. Lucky for me, my team happens to be sponsored by Kia North
Bay.
When not at work, what would you mostly be found doing?
Playing
sports with friends or just having fun with my family.
What's
been the highlight of your life so far?
I went to Italy in 1994
with my family to meet all my relatives in Italy. I hope to go back
again sometime soon.
Specialization:
Needs Analysis / Listening Skills
Started with Kia: 2010
Years in
the Industry: This is my first.
Employment Background:
As a
recent graduate of Canadore College, I don't have a large career
background to lean upon, except to say that I feel I've got a natural
gift for dealing with people. I have always loved opportunities to work
with others, in a fast paced changing environment.
What do you
love most about working at Kia?
Since joining Kia, I've felt right
at home. The atmosphere is always so upbeat and energetic. We do good
things here. We help people get what they need, and what they want.
Why
should I buy a Kia?
Not only does the product speak for itself, but
we've got a great team to handle any concern you might have, no matter
the size.
Where did you grow up?
North Bay.
How long
have you been in North Bay?
17 years
How do you participate
in our community?
I run in the Patrick for Life marathon. I'm often
golfing at a various different fundraising events.
When not at
work, what would you mostly be found doing?
Well I'm big into
sports, so depending on the season, I'm either golfing or playing
hockey. If I'm not out trying to break a sweat I'm hanging out with
friends or spending some good ol' quality time with my family.
What's
been the highlight of your life so far?
I moved out west for a
while, lived in Banff and Calgary. I don't think I'll ever be able to
replace looking at the beauty of those mountains.
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