Garber Automotive Group

🚨 Introducing... Ryan Meissner, Sales Consultant at Garber Chevrolet Linwood! 🚘

Ryan has spent the last six years mastering the art of sales and satisfaction. Whether he’s following up with clients or checking in with his network, he ensures everyone is happy and well cared for when it come to their vehicles! ✅

With a background in customer service from his time at an independent pharmacy, Ryan found the transition to car sales at Garber seamless.

Garber is one big family! 💙 From fantasy football leagues to golf outings and so much more, Ryan loves how everyone connects beyond just making the sale! 🏈😍⛳

➡️ F is for Favorite or F is for Fish? 🐟
➡️ Correct Answer: BOTH! ☑️☑️
Ryan leads the "Take a Kid Fishing" program, teaching local 3rd graders how to fish. Seeing the kids’ excitement while reeling in their catch is one of his favorite memories!

"People don't care how much you know until they see how much you care" — Ryan’s favorite quote from Linwood’s GM, and a mantra he applies to all areas of life, not just business.

Here’s to more great years ahead, Ryan! 🙌

➡️ Get to know Anthony Suero ✅
🚘 Sales Consultant
📍 Garber Chevrolet Subaru

When customers are looking for their next ride, Anthony makes sure they feel comfortable, gives them the info they need, and ensures the whole process a great experience! 😍👍

Coming to work every day is enjoyable for Anthony because he knows his managers and coworkers always have his back no matter what, especially when things get tough or stressful.

✨ The Chevrolet Experience ✨
He and a couple coworkers were treated to this event where they got to drive the latest 2025 models, including new EVs, and even took a ZR2 Colorado off-roading. A little more exciting than cruising around the dealership lot.

⬅️ Before joining Garber, Anthony was a Patient Care Tech at a local hospital and was studying nursing. The events of 2020 prompted him to change his career path and he chose Garber after hearing about the dealership from friends.

🩷 Mother Knows Best 🩷
Anthony's mom always said, "No matter what, you can always make a change. Things aren't permanent, and it's never too late to start over."

➡️ Taking his mom's advice, Anthony believes that sometimes you need to step back to make a big leap forward. Life's a rollercoaster, but with the right mindset, you can keep moving ahead!

✨ Today we highlight: Alexandria Erickson ✨

Alexandria is one of our stellar Volvo Brand Specialists at Volvo Cars Rochester!

Life as a Volvo Brand Specialist:
➡️ Alexandria guides customers through the process of finding their dream car, from the first click to delivering it right to their front door!

From Ventis to Volvos:
☕ Before joining us, she worked as a Barista at Starbucks. Seeking a change, she was drawn to our values and standards here at Garber! 🙌

Embracing New Challenges:
✅ Despite having no dealership experience, she quickly found her groove thanks to top-notch training — something she truly appreciated during such a significant career shift!

Favorite Memory: Sealed with a Bow!
🎀 Alexandria’s best day at Garber was completing her first home delivery and placing a big bow on the hood to seal the deal. It was an exciting moment for both her and the customer!

Her guiding philosophies:
1. Get comfortable being uncomfortable.
2. If you’re feeling frustrated, put it on a leaf and let it float down the river. Just let it go.

You’re an integral part of our team, Alexandria!

💙 We’re so grateful to have you! 💙

👇 Meet Tom Walker 👋
Tom is our outstanding Service Manager at
📍 Garber Chevrolet Highland!

➡️ Shop Flow Master ✅
When it comes to keeping the shop running smoothly and ensuring customers get the care they deserve, Tom is the one you can count on!

Working for Garber: Tom's Take
💙 Loves the family-like atmosphere
🏆 Appreciates employee recognition

Tom's Most Memorable Day at Garber❓
🏁 Hosting the Annual Boy Scouts Pinewood Derby in the service lane! The kids race their custom cars, indulge in tasty treats, and even learn about the service department. 🏎️💨

His Favorite❓ Employee Appreciation Day!
A local steakhouse treated the staff to a feast, complete with axe throwing and field goal challenges. Everyone had a blast! 🥩🪓🏈

Best Advice He's Received:
💪 "Nothing in this world is easy. You have to work hard for everything you want, and if you don’t work hard, don’t complain about not getting it." — from his grandfather 👴

We're fortunate to have Tom's hard work and dedication as part of our team! 🙌🙌

📣 Introducing Jorge Flores, your go-to Sales Consultant at Sunrise Chevrolet! ☀️

➡️ Find the Perfect Ride ✅
With 4 years under his belt, Jorge isn’t just selling cars; he’s all about understanding your needs and guiding you to the perfect one! 🤩

🙌 Gung-Ho Atmosphere 🙌
Jorge loves the energy at Sunrise, a vibe he’s never seen at other jobs. They really value their employees and keep things positive, even offering a Gung-Ho class where the team reads "Gung-Ho!" by Ken Blanchard. 🐿️🦫🪿

Life before Sunrise... 🌅
For nearly 10 years, Jorge worked a variety of roles at a nearby airport but has since swapped out the planes for cars! ✈️➡️🚘

😍 Best Day EVER! 😍 One of Jorge’s top moments at Sunrise was when he sold 4 cars in a single day, almost without even realizing it!

This could be thanks to some great advice he received from a fellow coworker 👇
✅ Stay motivated
✅ Stay hungry
✅ But always be humble

Keep shining bright, Jorge! 😎
➡️ We’re so proud to have you on our team!

⭐⏰ Employee Spotlight Time ⏰⭐

Brandon Hewitt: Business Systems Analyst
📍 Gateway Financial Solutions
➡️ For those who may not know, Gateway is an extension of the Garber Organization, as one of the leading auto lending financial institutions.

✨ Variety is the spice of life ✨
Brandon thrives on the constant variability in his role. He is there to ensure processes like collections, loan servicing, and everything in between run smoothly from start to finish.

💙 Gateway is Compassionate & Kind 💙
Here, he knows his contributions matter, and he’s proud to see his strengths and skills making a real impact on the company’s growth.

This brings him to his favorite memory... 👇
🫶 During a Christmas lunch, Brandon found himself in a conversation about life while quietly facing some challenges. Gateway’s CEO noticed and was immediate to offer her support. 🙌

📶 Life before Gateway 📲
Brandon spent a decade in Retail Sales Management, mainly at Verizon Wireless. Seeing limited growth, he took a bold leap and decided to join the Gateway family!

‼️ Surprising Fact ‼️
No stranger to change, Brandon has moved 22 times, lived in three different states, two countries, and more cities than he can count.
🏡 Yet, he’s found his work home at Gateway!

Well hey there, Rachel Schmidt! 👋

🔢 Accounting Assistant
📍 Garber Management Group

Rachel joined Garber after a friend shared a job posting. She applied, and within a couple of weeks we welcomed her into our family! 💙

Her role isn’t just about numbers—she’s all about building connections. Whether it’s through employee outings, epic cook-offs, or the over-the-top Halloween celebrations, she’s always excited to be part of the mix! ⚾🌶️🎃

Her best day at Garber?
🚗💨 When she volunteered as a driver during the Saginaw Spirit’s hosting of The Memorial Cup. She loved experiencing the community's genuine respect and appreciation for the Garber Organization firsthand! 🙌

Rachel's Rule: "Enjoy today because tomorrow isn't guaranteed!" She believes in giving your best each day and always being kind. 💞

We’re thankful for you, Rachel, and we’ll keep making every day great right alongside you!

📣 Introducing Charleen Lehman! 📣

Charleen has been keeping things running smoothly as an Administrative Assistant at Garber Chevrolet Midland for 7 years! ✅

She’s the go-to pro for handling all the behind-the-scenes paperwork and taking care of the tasks that ensure your car-buying experience is seamless from start to finish. 🚗💨

What does Charleen love most about Garber?
🎉 The way we celebrate life’s milestones — big or small. To her, it highlights just how family-oriented our organization truly is. 💙

Before joining Garber, Charleen spent 20 years in retail and another 12 selling wholesale beauty supplies. Now, we’re lucky enough to have her on our team, and we couldn’t be more grateful!

📝 Words to live by, courtesy of her first boss:
"Always be a good example, and people will always appreciate and respect you." 🙌🙌

➡️ Meet the Multifaceted Cari Rodriguez

Cari has been making an impact for four and a half years as a Service Advisor at Garber Chevrolet Buick in Chesaning, helping customers diagnose their vehicle problems and building lasting relationships! ⚙️🚘🔧

💙 Garber Gives Back 💙
Her favorite thing about Garber is their commitment to the community. From raising money for local charities with Jean Fridays to Stuff the Bus events and offering free oil changes for veterans on Veterans Day, Garber truly strives to make a difference! 🙌

Cari's Life Before Garber...
You could say she’s a Jack (or Jill) of all trades!
🚨 Worked as a 911 Operator in Texas
🧐 Transitioned into Crime Scene Investigation
✈️ Moved from Texas back to Michigan
☎️ Began as a Receptionist for LaClair Sales
🦷 Tried her hand at Dental Assisting
🏡 Finally found her work home here at Garber

Grandma Knows Best! 🥰
"Live a life of passion and always strive to do what you love," her grandmother advised.
🌞 Every day, Cari embraces this advice, and it shines through everything she does!

We couldn’t agree more with your grandma, and we’re grateful that you bring that passion and dedication to our team, Cari! 💙

👇 This is Fred Hudson 👋
Fred is one of our outstanding GM Sales Associates at 📍 Garber Automall in Florida!

Vehicle Expert ✅✅ When you need help finding the perfect vehicle, Fred is your guy!

What It's Like Working for Garber: Fred's POV
⛳ Loves the frequent staff outings
💰 Enjoys the incentives for a job well done
💙 An all-around great place to work!

Fred's Most Memorable Garber Moment:
➡️ Selling his first car, a 2014 Dodge Minivan, which jumpstarted his car-selling career! 🚘

"Selling cars changed my life"
👉 Before joining Garber, Fred worked in the restaurant business for about 20 years. The uncertainty of 2020 prompted his career change to something more stable.

🐈‼️ Surprising Fact ‼️🐇
Fred loves rescuing animals of all kinds! Over the years, he's had them all. Right now, he shares his home with a few cats and rabbits!

Best Advice He's Received:
🙌 "Forget about selling; just go out there and make a friend, and you'll sell a car."

Building relationships is what we do best. We're glad to have you on our team, Fred! 💙

Employee Spotlight ✨ Hailey Martin ✨

Hailey's Role❓
🚘 New Car Sales Consultant
👉 Hailey connects with customers and makes them feel right at home while helping them find their perfect new vehicle!

A Few of Her Favorite Things... 😍
Her favorite thing about Garber is the warm, welcoming vibe. Everyone who walks through the door is treated like family, like gold, like a brother or a sister! ⭐

Another Favorite... FOOD! 🥯🍩🐟
➡️ Who doesn't love food? The Garber Chevrolet Saginaw crew makes sure everyone is happy and well-fed with bagels, donuts, the occasional fish fry, and everything in between.

🧡 Harleys & Hot Rods 🖤
In the summer, you might catch Hailey cruising the open road on her Harley! 😎🏍️💨
🏁 Bucket List Item: An SRT Hellcat

Best Piece of Advice... 💫
"Dreams are fantasies, and goals are reality."
✅ With that mindset, it looks like she is well on her way to making that hot rod dream a reality!

Best Day at Garber❓ EVERY DAY❗
☀️ Hailey starts each morning with a positive mindset, aiming to always make it a great day!

You make all our days great, Hailey! 👍

Let's learn about the awesome Rob Groll!

➡️ Garber Nissan Hyundai
🚘 Sales Consultant
✅ Established in 2017

Day-to-day, Rob helps customers find their perfect vehicle and creates an experience that makes them want to come see us again!

Caring means the 🌎 to Rob!
🥰 He says Garber shows genuine interest in their team's well-being, especially during tough times, like when his wife was extremely sick, and everyone was checking in regularly.

🏆 Employee of the Year - 2019 🏆
Rob felt honored to receive this recognition, as he's not one to necessarily chase accolades.
💙 He just really loves what he does!

Before joining Garber, Rob worked at Hemlock Semiconductor but felt a bit burnt out and needed a change—something that still posed a challenge and sales does that for him!

Now, he lives by the motto 👇
"Everything you've ever wanted is on the other side of fear." Rob wrote this quote on a whiteboard in the dealership and initially put "FEAR" in uppercase letters, later changing it to lowercase to remind himself and others that fear is only as big as you make it! 💯

That's right, Rob! We're so lucky to have your positive spirit around us every day! 🙌

It's a good day to meet a friendly face! 😀

➡️ Sasha Stikeleather 🙋‍♀️
🚗 Express Lane Advisor 💨
📍 Garber CDJR Saginaw 👋

Sasha has spent the last 10 years with Garber, connecting with customers as the first point of contact in the service department. Most customers meet Sasha's smile when they go in for an oil change or tire rotation! ✅

👉 She not only makes these visits smooth but also enjoys teaching customers how to use their vehicle's technology, like pairing their phones and navigating with ease! 📲🗺️

Before joining us, Sasha worked at another local dealership for 20 years. A friend who worked at Garber told her she would make a great fit here, and they were absolutely right! 😍

😇 An angel in disguise? 😇

One busy day, an elderly customer came in late, worried that her vehicle was overheating. Sasha quickly discovered that the issue was simply an accidentally changed display menu.

After reassuring her and resetting the display, the thankful customer said, "I told God he needed to send me some angels to get me through this, and you are my angel." 🙏🙌

These moments are what makes Sasha love her job as an Express Lane Advisor! 💙

Let's give a big hello to Todd Trask 👋👋

💯 Todd is the experienced Service Manager at Porsche Audi Rochester in New York!

Prior to coming "home" to Garber, Todd was in the same role at a different dealership. He was brought on by the previous Service Manager, who was moving up to General Manager and needed a top-notch replacement! 👞✨🏡

He accepted and has dedicated the last nine years to both Garber Honda and Porsche Audi Rochester. While Todd enjoyed his time at Honda, Porsche Audi is his passion! 😍

🏆 Although, one of his proudest moments was when Garber Honda was recognized as a "store to be" in Honda's national publication.

Todd channels his passion every day, enjoying the positive atmosphere and valuing his team. Together, they share Garber’s commitment to being the best in the business! ✅

‼️ FUN FACT 🎉
Two-Time State Motocross Champion? 🏆
➡️ Yup, that’s Todd, sponsored by Honda even.

‼️ BEST ADVICE 💰
"Don't ever judge someone by the size of their wallet because it doesn't make up their character" - Tom Golisano, Owner of Paychex

Speaking of great character, Todd, you have it, and Garber is lucky to have you! 💙🙌

Meet the lovely Danelle Hetrick! 😍🤝
⚙️ Service Manager
📍 Acura of Rochester

Today we're telling her story... 📖
🌿 At only 19 years old, Danelle retired her green thumb as a landscaping assistant and jumped into the automotive industry! 🚘
🌿 She never imagined her job would blossom into a career, but she’s thrilled to have spent the last 23 years growing with us! 🌸🙌

In her role, Danelle supports her team and provides exceptional service to customers. She thrives on the instant gratification of making customers happy, much like her previous work in landscaping. There's a beauty in watching all the hard work come together! 😊✅

➡️ If that's not enough gratification, she also shared how much employees are shown appreciation with food trucks, concert tickets, family zoo outings, and so much more!

Women in Automotive 🚘💪🩷👏
🏆 Recently, Danelle had the opportunity to speak at the Rochester Business Journal's Women of Excellence Awards. It was out of her comfort zone, but she was proud to represent Garber Automotive and women in the industry!

Watching you grow has made us so proud! You're one of the best, Danelle! 💯

🕒 It's your time to shine ✨ Adam Carr ✨

Come along with us and learn about the top-notch Parts Specialist at Garber Honda! 🔝

Written in the stars? ⭐
Adam has dedicated many of his working years to the automotive industry. With a last name like "Carr," could it be just a coincidence? 🚘

What he loves about his job at Garber Honda:

🏈➡️🎂 From Buffalo Bills games and car shows to birthday cakes, and in Adam's case, birthday pizza, he shows tremendous gratitude for all the ways he's shown appreciation!

😍✅👌 It may come as a surprise to some that he loves coming to work every day, but he says that it's a given when you work in a great environment with such great people!

Turns out...
You CAN have your pizza & eat it too! 🍕

❓ "What is the best advice you've received?"
Adam responded, "A quote from my boss." ⬇️
👉 "Make each day better than the last. Try to be better than you were the day before." 💯👍

Our days are better with you, Adam! 💙

👋 Meet Matt Monroe, one of our stellar Loan Collections Associates and a vital part of Gateway Financial Solutions! 🙌💰🙌

Did you know...❓Well, now you do! ✅
➡️ Gateway Financial Solutions is an extension of the Garber organization, as one of the leading auto lending financial institutions.

What does Matt’s role entail...❓
🫡 Matt proudly serves as the first line of defense, resolving loan issues and ensuring that our customers are well taken care of!

His journey to Gateway... 🏃‍♂️💨
➡️ With 10 years of collections experience, Matt was encouraged by former colleagues who had made the switch to Gateway. He joined us three years ago and has been amazed by the unmatched culture ever since! 😍

Matt instantly felt connected in our gung-ho and friendly atmosphere and gives props to leadership for making it all happen! 📣

On a personal note... 📝
👉 Matt shows incredible appreciation for the support Gateway has provided him! 🥰
👉 His son was born at 24 weeks and spent over five months in the NICU. Matt was deeply moved when his work family rallied around him during this extremely challenging time! 🤗

Matt, it’s truly touching to hear how much you value being part of our Gateway family. We’re honored and grateful to have you with us! 💙

Now introducing... Dustin McSweyn! 👏👏
👨‍💻 IT Help Desk Manager
📍 Garber Management Group

For 10 years, Dustin has been our tech wizard, keeping us all connected! From fixing printers and hanging TVs to resetting passwords and setting up accounts, he does it all! 🔧💻⚙️

Dustin's favorite workdays are...
➡️ When we acquire new dealerships and he and the IT team set everyone up with new gadgets to ensure top-notch service! ✅

Can you say perfect match?! 😍
🎉 Dustin and Garber Management Group are all about FUN! He loves our annual picnic, sports outings, game nights, and especially Halloween (we take it very seriously)! 🎃

Dustin recalls dressing up as Buddy the Elf, skipping through the halls shouting, "Santa's coming, I know him!" just like in the movie! 🎅

Words to live by...
💙 "If you love your job, you'll never work a day in your life!" This quote has resonated with him since he was young, and he’s truly found that here at Garber! 🙌

More fun awaits, and we're thrilled to have you along for the ride, Dustin! 🥳

👉 Meet Michael Owens, Garber Chevrolet Highland's Financial Service Manager! 👋

Life before Garber...
🚘➡️💰 Michael spent over 10 years in the automotive industry and even tried his hand at banking. He felt banking didn’t fully utilize his skills, but he’s now found the best of both worlds here with us! 😍

Michael is our go-to guy for all things finance! He tackles challenges head-on, keeps everything running smoothly, and enjoys helping people find their dream cars! ✅

What he 💙's about his job...
✨ Employee Appreciation ✨ From steakhouse dinners to taco and coffee trucks, Garber truly shows employees that they matter!

A fond memory 💭 Michael recalls...
➡️ After a recent move, his manager, Craig, was eager to hear all about it when he returned. Michael appreciated that Craig showed genuine interest in his personal life! 🥰

Best wishes in your new home, Michael! 🏡

👉 We’re just as excited that you’ve found your work home with the Garber family! 🫶

😍 What a wonderful day to shine a spotlight on an exceptional employee who has been with Garber for an amazing 💥 30 YEARS! 💥

👏 Proudly introducing, Robin Andjulis!
➡️ Office Manager - Sunrise Chevrolet ☀️

Robin's journey with us started straight out of college. She earned an accounting degree, began at our Midland, Michigan dealership, and has been with Garber ever since! 💙🙌

✅ In her role, Robin oversees the administrative and receptionist staff, ensuring seamless support for the dealership through accounting and other key office responsibilities.

What Robin loves about Sunrise Chevy ⬇️
💛 Employee of the Month/Year Program
💛 Proudly named after late GM, Dan Kurtz.
💛 She values that this award honors both the employees' hard work and Dan's legacy!

Robin feels lucky to enjoy her job every day but highlights being named Employee of the Year in 2016 as a special moment in her career! 🥰

Your dedication and passion are truly inspiring, Robin. Thank you for 30 incredible years and for being a shining example to us all! 🌟🌟

Employee Spotlight ⭐ Matt Schauman ⭐

We're proud to have Matt on our team at Garber Buick as an excellent Sales Consultant! 🤩

👉 After 17 years in the restaurant industry, he made the switch to Garber for better work-life balance, greater opportunities, and improved quality of life. 🍔➡️🚘

👉 Day in and day out, Matt dedicates his time to his customers, forming genuine relationships, and ensuring their vehicle needs are not only met but exceeded! ✅😍⬆️

He feels valued at Garber, appreciating the gratitude shown towards employees! 🙌
➡️ Food trucks, coffee, ice cream, and group outings are just a few things he noted.

As we conclude this employee spotlight, we leave you with a quote from Matt that captures the reason of why we do what we do! 💯

"It's hard to say that there's just one best day because we get to help so many people here!"

We thank you for everything you do, Matt! 🤝

Meet Aaron Dolan ⬇️
➡️ Your trusted Internet Sales Professional at Garber Chevrolet Midland!

✅ In his role, Aaron handles online leads, provides follow-ups, answers questions, and guides you to your perfect vehicle! 🚘😍

We asked... 👇
❓ "What do you enjoy most about your job?"

Above all else, he expressed his appreciation for the support he receives from his team, both professionally and personally! 🙌

🗨️ "Every day is a good day to come to work here. It's nice to come to a place where you enjoy working with the people you're around!"
- Aaron Dolan 🥰

Well, Aaron, the entire Garber crew appreciates and enjoys having you around too! 💙

Proudly introducing... ✨ Kayle Brilinski ✨
🛜 Internet Sales Manager 🚘
📍 Garber Chevrolet Buick - Chesaning, MI

So, what is Kayle's Garber story?
👇 Let's start from the beginning!

Chapter 1️⃣ Kayle worked as a hair stylist ✂️
Chapter 2️⃣ She joined Garber 💙
Chapter 3️⃣ Received a BIG promotion! 🎉
Chapter ♾️ The rest is still unwritten 📝

A day in the life of Kayle...
❓ When a customer inquires about a vehicle online, Kayle is their go-to girl! 💁‍♀
👉 She answers any and all questions to ensure customers make a purchase they will enjoy for years to come! ✅

Kayle shows much appreciation for our great 401K plan, wonderful health benefits, and plentiful advancement opportunities! 😍

She enjoys working with the Garber team as much as we enjoy having her! 💙

Say hello to Jason Ojeda, Jay for short! 👋

His role here at Garber❓
🔧 Quick Lane Service Manager ⚙️
📌 Garber Automall - Green Cove Springs, FL

Jay is as experienced as they come! 💯

➡️ He's the man with a plan, leading the charge to ensure customers are happy and vehicles are serviced quickly and efficiently! ✅

What he loves about Garber 💙
👂 The open-door policy
🎉 Investments in employee success
🥰 His sincere and caring coworkers

Jay's wealth of knowledge and willingness to help under any circumstance keeps the Quick Lane Service Department thriving! 🙌

"Grateful" doesn't even begin to cover it! 😍

⏰ Employee Spotlight Time 🎥

Meet Johnathon, an outstanding Sales Consultant at Garber Chevrolet Saginaw! 👋

Johnathon's automotive journey began unexpectedly while managing at Chipotle. An opportunity at our dealership launched his car-selling career! 🌯➡🚘

😍 His favorite part about working at Garber is the friendly atmosphere – from sports outings to a constant flow of delicious food. Yes, the team here are a bunch of foodies! 🍔🍕

😍 Another favorite? Providing exceptional experiences to his customers, ensuring they will always return! ✅✅

Garber is lucky to have you, Johnathon! 💯

💥 We are proud to present... 🥁
The Garber Employee Spotlight Video Series 🎥

We can’t wait for you all to follow along and get to know our amazing employees! 😍

First up is ✨ Parys Liddell ✨, the driven and fun-loving General Manager at Garber Nissan Hyundai in Saginaw, Michigan.

💯 Parys has an inspiring story – from dropping out of high school to finding his way in the automotive industry, graduating college, and then working his way up to management.

⏩ Fast forward to today, Parys has joined our team as an experienced leader and mentor. He enjoys Garber's family and community-focused environment and is truly inspired by the genuine care that Garber portrays in all things! 💙

"You can't put a dollar on when somebody makes you feel like family and you feel like they have your best interest at heart. You can't buy that," says Parys. 💬

We're happy to have you, Parys! 🙌