Meet Our Staff | Audi Atlanta (UPDATED)

Tracie Maloney: Vice President, Audi Atlanta; tracied@jimellis.com; 770-454-8200; Tracie is originally from New Orleans and graduated from Southeastern Louisiana University in 1994 with a BA in management. She joined the Audi Family in 1996 and was even a member of the very first graduating class of Audi Brand Specialists! On top of Tracie's daily management responsibilities, she also works hard to establish lifelong client relationships and is always willing to assist any employee in need. Tracie is the proud mother of two young children, and she enjoys spending her time volunteering at both of their schools. She also loves to relax and get away from it all by visiting her family's farm in Alabama. Tracie's favorite car is the 2018 Audi R8 V10 Plus Spyder.; a6406daa0a0d06b801b829e7ecdeff62

Stacey Ellis Hodges: Vice President, Jim Ellis Automotive Group; staceyh@jimellis.com; 770-234-7902; Stacey grew up in Cumming, Georgia and studied marketing at Georgia Southern University. She has been with Audi Atlanta since 2012. As Vice President of the Jim Ellis Group, Stacey works closely with the directors of multiple dealerships and ensures that their individual departments are running as smoothly as possible. Stacey and her husband have two children; she is heavily involved in both of their schools and loves relaxing with her family while vacationing at the beach. Stacey is a big fan of both vintage and classic cars.; a7a08c903dcf4affa062429786fc3501

Rob Waggoner: General Manager; rwaggoner@jimellis.com; 770-454-5909; Rob was born in LaCrosse, Wisconsin and raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He graduated from Purdue University with a degree in Electrical Engineering and has worked in various industries including manufacturing, business brokerage, and advertising. No stranger to the car business, Rob previously owned an automotive performance facility in Duluth, Georgia and operated his own independent automotive dealership in Roswell. Since joining the Jim Ellis Automotive Group, he has worked his way through Sales and Finance before assuming his current role as our General Manager. Between work, five kids, and four dogs, Rob and his wife spend their spare time boating on Lake Lanier. His favorite Audi to drive is the RS 7 Performance.; a64386e60a0d06b801b829e7ede8a5ba

Service Director

jerryk@jimellis.com

888-377-0712

Jerry is originally from Woodson, Arkansas and graduated from the University of Arkansas in 1988. He has been with the Jim Ellis Family since 1993 and joined Audi Atlanta in 2007. As our Service Director, Jerry oversees the technical shop and manages the department's employees including our porters, courtesy vehicle drivers, and technicians. He enjoys spending quality time with his four boys and tinkering with classic cars. Jerry's favorite car is the 2018 Audi A7.

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David Fillingim: Parts Director; dfillingim@jimellis.com; 888-440-1369; David is a Georgia native who was born and raised in Decatur. He has over 40 years of experience working in the automotive industry and has been with Audi since 1980. David works as the Director of our Parts Department and uses his four decades of skill to oversee our parts inventory, while also managing our parts employees. He always goes above and beyond to ensure that our shelves are fully stocked, and is constantly looking for new ways to grow and expand our business. David is a true outdoorsman who loves to spend his time enjoying nature and deer hunting. His favorite car is a 1971 Plymouth Hemi Cuda.; a6470ccc0a0d06b801b829e7339644af

Jackie Crane: General Sales Manager; jackiec@jimellis.com; 770-243-5612; Jackie was born in Cleveland, Georgia and has worked in the automotive industry since 1992. He joined Audi Atlanta in 2016. Jackie manages and oversees our entire Sales Department while ensuring that each salesperson provides our clients with a fantastic service experience. He likes to spend his free time relaxing and boating with his family at the lake. Jackie's favorite car is an Audi S8.; c7fd31d18b784471a82762570cfd45fb

Gerry Martel: New Car Sales Director; gerrym@jimellis.com; 770-234-8092; Gerry is originally from Gilford, New Hampshire and has lived all over the country including Texas, Massachusetts, and California. He joined Audi Atlanta in 2011. Gerry started out in the automotive business washing cars during high school, and his love of Audis has been growing ever since. He now oversees our New Car Department while managing and keeping track of our vast inventory. Gerry visits his daughter in Houston every other weekend, and he is engaged to marry his fiancé in October 2018. His favorite car is an Audi RS 5.; 790db4ce26754814bcbafebe76a08119

Louis Long: Used Car Sales Director; louisl@jimellis.com; 248-318-5931; Louis was born and raised in Troy, Michigan and has been a member of the Audi Family since 2011. He moved to Atlanta and joined our dealership in 2013. He enjoys playing golf, boating, and wake surfing. Louis' favorite car is a Pagani Zonda R.; fff8b53e20664b4d9bdb95c9b701dd58

Travis Shapira: Used Car Manager; tshapira@jimellis.com; 207-745-9615; Travis is originally from Maine and has worked with Audi since 2008. He joined our dealership in 2014. Travis initially started his career as an Audi Master Technician before joining the Audi Atlanta Sales Team. He now oversees our fleet of used vehicles and manages the buying and trading of our pre-owned inventory. Travis is an accomplished pilot and a certified flight instructor. His favorite car is an Audi RS 6 Avant.; 3945c3381c3844f3914ae0866c9eaea7

Sankar Henderson: Sales Manager; sankarh@jimellis.com; 770-454-8200; Sankar is an Atlanta native who has been working in the automotive business since 2012. He joined Audi Atlanta in 2013. As a manager in our Sales Department, Sankar works diligently to create and maintain life-long client relationships while conducting deals on both new and used vehicles. He is the proud father of two children, Zion and Londyn, and loves to cheer on the Atlanta Falcons. Sankar's favorite car is an Audi S6.; b93c53bb07fd4d8eadaf12b4765be007

Erica Dailey: Sales and Marketing Manager; ericad@jimellis.com; 770-454-5913; Erica is originally from Connecticut and has lived in Atlanta since 2004. For the past 13 years, Erica has been a leading figure at our dealership, where she oversees marketing and operational processes. She has been awarded multiple times as one of the Top 100 Audi Brand Specialists in the nation and was also named as Jim Ellis' Audi Brand Specialist of the Year for 2007, 2008, and 2009. Erica has exclusively and enthusiastically been a proud Audi driver since 1994, and she currently serves as the President of the Audi Club of Georgia. Her favorite car is a manual Audi S4.; a64b0b5f0a0d06b801b829e7adb223b1

Cortlin Graber

Finance Director

cortling@jimellis.com

770-234-8013

Cortlin is originally from Orlando, Florida and has lived in the Atlanta area since 2003. She has been a member of the Audi Family since 2012. Cortlin oversees and directs the entire Finance Department, ensuring that each deal is handled efficiently and accurately. She loves to spend her free time outdoors, and especially enjoys hiking with her two dogs, Ava and Paco. Cortlin is also a proud mother and welcomed her daughter, Nova, to the world into 2018. Her favorite car is an Audi S4.

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Patrick Wolff: Finance Manager; patrickw@jimellis.com; 770-454-5912; Patrick is originally from Germany and has been with our Audi Family since 2004. He assists clients with the financial aspects of purchasing a vehicle and offers protection for their investment through Audi warranties. Patrick loves to travel the world and has been to many exciting destinations such as Vietnam, the Ivory Coast, Gabon, Brazil, and Russia. He also speaks five languages including English, German, French, Russian, and Hungarian. Patrick's favorite car is an Audi TTS.; a64841fe0a0d06b801b829e799f4c269

Early Pickett: Finance Manager; earlyp@jimellis.com; 770-454-8200; Early is originally from Jacksonville, North Carolina and studied communications while attending UNC at Greensboro. He has worked in the automotive industry since 1992 and joined Audi Atlanta in 2010. Early helps protect our dealership's various assets and works face-to-face with clients to ensure that each deal is properly financed and funded. He has been married to his wonderful wife since 2001 and enjoys watching college and professional basketball games with his son. Early's favorite car is the Audi RS 7.; a64e79d80a0d06b801b829e731c3cfeb

John Sargent: Finance Manager; jsargent@jimellis.com; 770-454-8200; John is originally from Essex, England and moved to Atlanta in 2013. He has been with Audi since 2014. John prides himself on saving clients both time and money by providing loans, offering various protections, and assisting with any other aspects of the financial process. John and his wife have a two-year-old daughter, and he enjoys playing soccer and golf in his free time. His favorite car is the Audi S8.; 4705f20ec7cd474d832b5bf707911999

Lee Andreica: Finance Manager; andreica@jimellis.com; 770-234-5948; Lee is originally from Cluj, Transylvania and has been working in the automotive industry since 2008. He joined Audi Atlanta in 2016. As a member of our Finance Department, Lee gives his absolute best to ensure that each client is as happy as possible while he facilitates between them and the banks. He is a family man who loves to laugh and lives life to the fullest by making the best out of any situation. Lee's favorite car is the Audi S7.; dec0da3efcb24a32913b1caa3d923585

Quintin Jagor: Finance Manager; qjagor@jimellis.com; 404-931-9655; Quintin was raised in the Atlanta area and has been with Audi Atlanta since 2013. As a member of our Finance Team, he works to keep the dealership's financial processes running smoothly by securing loan approvals and ensuring that information is managed correctly. Quintin and his wife have been married since 2014. He is a true car enthusiast, loves to play golf in his spare time, and enjoys riding his Yamaha R6 motorcycle. Quintin's favorite car is constantly changing; however, he does favor the Audi Sport models.; 6263a6e9dbdc4a8f9b01076ad0eb76d3

Michael Gerbick: Finanace Manager; mgerbick@jimellis.com; 678-687-0861; Michael was born in Clearwater, Florida and later grew up in Alpharetta. He joined Audi Atlanta in 2013. Michael assists his clients as they work through the financial processes of buying a vehicle, and ensures that their deal is properly funded. He previously worked as a member of our Sales Team and was awarded as the winner of the 2017 Jim Ellis CPO walk-around competition, named as one of the Top 20 R8 Specialists in the nation, and selected as one of the country's Top 100 Audi Brand Specialists four years in a row. Michael is an avid snowboarder and was a competitor in the 2009 Kickboxing Championship. His favorite car is the 2018 Audi R8 V10 Plus.; 9d57632716284d7e8dd608401beed49e

Jorge Galvez: Sales Manager; jorgeg@jimellis.com; 404-805-3779; Jorge was born in Peru, raised in Georgia, and joined Audi Atlanta in 2011. He is multilingual and speaks fluent Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian. As a leading member of our Sales Team, Jorge gives his absolute best to his clients and is never satisfied until every one of their needs is completely met. He is also one of our talented R8 and RS specialists and helps take care of the dealership's repeat and VIP clients. Jorge was awarded as Salesperson of the Year for 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017. He enjoys playing golf in his free time and is a die-hard Oregon Ducks fan. Jorge's favorite car is the 2018 R8 V10 Plus Spyder.; ca54cf3b967b41edac1acadea77b2ee6

Gunter Reichert: Senior Audi Brand Specialist; gunterr@jimellis.com; 404-786-4962; Gunter is originally from Germany and has been with the Jim Ellis Family since 1999. He joined Audi Atlanta in 2010. Gunter combines his many years of experience with his true automotive passion to ensure that his clients are as happy as possible. He has been married to his beautiful wife since 2013 and enjoys sharing his love of German vehicles with his four and three-year-old sons. His favorite car is the 2018 Audi S6.; a64fb6bb0a0d06b801b829e71ef07d02

Audrey Brazier: Internet Sales Manager; audreyk@jimellis.com; 561-699-9095; Audrey grew up on the beaches of New Jersey and has been with Audi Atlanta since 2012. As a member of our Internet Sales Team, she works diligently with clients, both virtually and face-to-face, to find the perfect vehicle that meets their individual driving needs. She also oversees the deliveries for our courtesy vehicles and has been our dealership's Top Customer Satisfaction Award winner from 2015-2017. Audrey is the loving mother of two daughters, one stepdaughter, and two stepsons. She enjoys playing tennis and has been exclusively driving Audis for over 20 years. Her favorite car is the Audi RS 5.; eaeff1ca8959400c8417dc04663f9072

George Katergaris: Senior Audi Brand Specialist; gkatergaris@jimellis.com; 954-899-6933; George is from Fort Lauderdale, FL and moved to Atlanta in 2007. He has been with Audi Atlanta since 2013. Along with his daily duties as a member of our Sales Team, George also specializes in Audi Sport Vehicles and assists clients who are looking to purchase one of our higher end models. He is an enthusiastic Florida Gators fan, enjoys playing hockey, and loves to participate in fantasy football leagues. George's favorite car is the 2018 Audi R8.; c08a8188b891491fa20d00061e7e04e5

Davian Quinn: Senior Audi Brand Specialist; davianq@jimellis.com; 404-520-5477; Davian is a Georgia native who was raised in Fayetteville. He has been a member of the Audi Sales Team since 2013 and currently works as one of our Audi Sport Specialists. Davian prides himself on his ability to find the right vehicle that perfectly satisfies his customers' every need and want. He and his wife have an 18-month-old daughter. Davian enjoys watching movies and listening to music in his free time. His favorite car is the 2018 Audi A5 Sportback.; b8bb20691682463bab7aa66d94621ac3

Ryan Russaw: Audi Brand Specialist; ryanr@jimellis.com; 678-637-1482; Ryan was born in Eufaula, Alabama and later raised in the Atlanta area. He has been a member of our Sales Team since 2014. Ryan works hand-and-hand with our online customers and uses the Jim Ellis promise to provide his clients with the best service experience possible. He enjoys spending his time outdoors, either fishing or hunting, and is an avid equestrian who owns and rides seven horses. Ryan's favorite car is an Audi RS 5.; 4e0cb30374714c9aac52b97fdb19d44b

DJ Hickson: Internet Sales Manager; dj@jimellis.com; 404-597-0143; DJ is an Atlanta local who has been a part of the Jim Ellis Family since 2008. He joined Audi Atlanta in 2013. DJ works diligently to provide excellent service and create lifelong clients, both online and face-to-face. He enjoys cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs and spends his free time looking for new pieces of knowledge and skills to learn. DJ's favorite car is an Audi RS 5 Sportback.; 62fdf88b742645b3b8c75e95f8980226

Chris Lastinger: Senior Audi Brand Specialist; clastinger@jimellis.com; 404-798-2906; Chris is a Georgia native who was raised in Decatur and joined our Jim Ellis Family in 2005. He has been with Audi Atlanta since 2009. As a Senior Audi Brand Specialist, Chris combines his many years of experience with an amazing can-do attitude to ensure that his clients receive fantastic service and leave our dealership feeling completely satisfied. He was named as one of the Top 50 Audi Brand Specialists in the nation for CPO sales from 2011-2015. Chris has been an active Audi enthusiast since 2008 and has owned 18 different Audi vehicles. His favorite car is an Audi RS 7.; 0bcb4ce34bdc40ec8679ccad38e6884b

Antonio Medina: Audi Brand Specialist; antoniom@jimellis.com; 404-797-9204; Antonio is originally from San Cristobal, Venezuela and studied to become an industrial engineer. He has been living in Georgia since 2015 and joined Audi Atlanta in 2017. Antonio prides himself on providing his clients with the perfect Audi vehicle that perfectly encapsulates their lifestyle. He also oversees the deliveries for the Audi Experience. Antonio and his wife have a ten-year-old son and an eight-year-old daughter. He is also a passionate tennis and soccer player. His favorite car is the 2018 Audi Q7.; 10aa5fa442624fe082e67b2e3ee69e69

Ethan Dibble: Audi Brand Specialist; edibble@jimellis.com; 770-454-8200; Ethan grew up in the Atlanta area and has been a member of the Jim Ellis Family since 2008. He joined Audi Atlanta in 2017. Ethan loves working one-on-one with his clients and ensures that they receive the best service possible while all of their driving needs are met. He is a big supporter of the Atlanta Falcons and spent five years studying to become a Sommelier. Ethan's favorite car is the Audi A7.; 64ef768ad94c4c6d8d8f74fb74bef3f6

Pete Kusminsky: Audi Brand Specialist; peterk@jimellis.com; 770-454-8200; Pete is originally from Hudson, New York and has been working in the automotive business since 2014. He joined Audi Atlanta in 2017. When meeting with clients, Peter strives to create the best customer experience possible by offering his clients complete transparency and focusing on each of their individual needs. He loves to make people laugh with his fantastic sense of humor and is a huge professional football fan who proudly cheers on the Carolina Panthers. His favorite car is the Audi S5.; f3cd1d7e74b149088371a59785102528

De'Andre Holton: Internet Sales Manager; dholton@jimellis.com; 470-733-2197; De'Andre was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. He joined Audi Atlanta in 2017. De'Andre gives his all for his clients and works extremely hard to make sure that they always leave our dealership completely satisfied. He is an enthusiastic Cleveland Browns fan who enjoys spending time quality with his two siblings and traveling to new and exciting places. De'Andre's favorite car is the Audi RS 7.; 62a8febc04004cf7bd4c0bcedec2bb16

Allan Johnson

Audi Brand Specialist

allanj@jimellis.com

404-281-4137

Allan is a Georgia native who grew up just outside of Stone Mountain. He has been with Audi Atlanta since 2015. Allan works as one of our Audi Brand Specialists and dedicates himself entirely to each of his clients. He is always willing to go over the moon and back for his clients and loves to see the smiles on their faces when they find their perfect vehicle. Allan has a tremendous passion for all things sports, especially football. He played college football while attending Georgia State University and now enjoys cheering on the Falcons and Bulldogs. Allan's favorite car is an Audi RS 7.

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Ryan Asmer

Internet Sales Manager

rasmer@jimellis.com

678-897-1711

Ryan was born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and later raised in Suwannee. He joined Audi Atlanta in 2017. Ryan is a member of our Internet Sales Team and works closely with our online clients. He always prioritizes meeting his clients face-to-face and strives to ensure that they are completely satisfied before driving their new car home. Ryan and his wife are the proud parents of two delightful children. He loves to spend quality time with his family and enjoys cheering on the Atlanta Falcons. Ryan's favorite car is the 2018 Audi A5 Sportback.

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Vincent Morales

Audi Brand Specialist

vincentm@jimellis.com

770-776-9780

Vincent was originally born in Santa Domingo and grew up in New York. He is bilingual and speaks fluent English and Spanish. Vincent joined Audi Atlanta in 2017. As a dedicated member of our Audi Sales Team, he works non-stop to exceed the expectations of his clients and prides himself on meeting each and every one of their automotive needs. In his free time, Vincent loves to travel back home to the Caribbean to spend time with his family. He enjoys playing pick-up basketball at the gym and is a proud fan of the Oklahoma City Thunder. His favorite car is the Audi R8 V10 Plus Spyder.

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Sonia Gray

Internet Sales Manager

soniag@jimellis.com

404-435-0558

Sonia was born in Philadelphia and grew up in California. She has been working with Audi since 2014 and joined our dealership in 2018. As a member of our Internet Sales Team, Sonia assists our online clients and expertly responds to web-based inquiries. She also works with her customers face-to-face and is always willing to go the extra mile to ensure that they are completely satisfied for years to come. Sonia loves to experience new and exciting cuisines and is constantly on the lookout for the next sensational restaurant to try. She is a huge football fan who proudly supports her home team, the Philadelphia Eagles. Sonia loves all of the Audi RS models, but her absolute favorite is the Audi RS 7.

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Holly Quinn

Auid Brand Specialist

hollyq@jimellis.com

256-479-0209

Holly is originally from Huntsville, Alabama. She spent two years working with Volkswagen and Audi before moving to Atlanta and joining our dealership in 2018. Holly is intensely passionate about all things Audi, and even got engaged to her husband, Mitch, in front of an Audi-themed Christmas tree! She spent 15 years as a competitive figure skater and now enjoys hand-crafting her own costumes to wear at pop culture conventions like Dragon Con. Holly is an enthusiastic hockey fan and loves snuggling up with her two fluffy corgis, Einstein and Tesla. Her favorite car is the Audi RS 3.

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Adam Rubin

Audi Brand Specialist

adamr@jimellis.com

404-200-8277

Adam joined our sales team in 2018 and is from Montreal, Canada. He spent most of his life working in the jewelry business before falling in love with the automotive industry in 2015. Adam has been practicing jiu-jitsu for the past three years and is very excited to have recently lost over 200 pounds thanks to his incredible dedication, hard work, and a healthy diet. He enjoys cooking his own vegan meals and spending time with his three young children while playing at the park. Adam's favorite car is the Audi RS 7.

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Vincent Mathis

Audi Brand Specialist

vmathis@jimellis.com

404-643-3452

Vincent moved to Atlanta in 2003 and is originally from Chicago, Illinois. He spent four months with Audi before joining our Sales Team in 2018. Vincent is a talented entertainer who has held a record deal, acted on multiple web series, and opened for famous performers like Kanye West. He loves to play tennis on the weekends and took a special trip to London in 2017 to attend Wimbledon. Vincent's favorite car is the Audi RS 5.

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Eric Taylor

Audi Brand Specialist

etaylor@jimellis.com

404-428-7525

Eric was born in Boston, Massachusetts and studied marketing at Kennesaw State University. He has been working in the automotive industry since 2014 and joined Audi Atlanta in 2018. Eric is a strong supporter of the New England Patriots and likes to stay healthy while working out at the gym. Above all else, he is tremendously passionate about food and joked, "If I'm not spending time with my family, then I am most definitely eating." Eric's favorite car is a 911 Porsche Turbo S.

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Keyeriah Miles

Internet Sales Manager

kmiles@jimellis.com

770-454-8200

Keyeriah comes to us from Hoover, Alabama and graduated from the University of Alabama with a degree in public relations. She has been working in the automotive industry since 2015 and joined our Audi sales team in 2017. Keyeriah is a tremendous college football fan and loves nothing more than rooting for her beloved Alabama Crimson Tide on game day. Her favorite car is the 2018 Audi S5.

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Nate Harvey

Audi Brand Specialist

nharvey@jimellis.com

770-454-5627

Nate has worked in the automotive industry since he moved to Atlanta from New York in 2015. He joined us in 2018 and has become a welcome addition to our sales team thanks to his infectious smile and positive attitude. Nate is a passionate motorcyclist who loves riding his Honda CBR 1000, his dirt bike, and his jet ski whenever he can. He has three dogs - Koda, Nova, and Zoey - and has been breeding Rottweiler, American Bully, and German Shepard puppies since 2017. Nate's favorite car is the Audi RS 7.

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Greg Savitt: Audi Technologist; gsavitt@jimellis.com; 404-391-3312; Greg is originally from Woodbridge, Connecticut and is a graduate of Emory University. He has been in the automotive business since 2005 and joined our Audi Team in 2016. Greg communicates with clients and teaches them about all of the amazing technology in their new Audi. With his expert advice, Greg ensures that every customer is well acquainted with their vehicle and has access to the complete Audi experience. He proudly displays his musical talents in the Atlanta Gay Men's Chorus and participates in various mountain driving and track events as member of the Audi Club of Georgia. Greg's favorite car is an Audi TT RS.; 15c35d1d52d845beb13e3b112ff09bd0

Victoria McCartney: Customer Experience Specialist; vmc@jimellis.com; 770-243-5624; Victoria is originally from New York and grew up in Long Island. She has been with Audi Atlanta since 2016. Victoria provides support for our Sales Team and follows up with prospective clients before connecting them to one of our excellent Audi Brand Specialists. Victoria is always looking to satiate her curious mind and enjoys studying both law and business. She also spent a few years working in the fashion industry before coming to Atlanta. Her favorite car is Marilyn Monroe's famous 1956 Ford Thunderbird.; 9811a3852f7147828a6e6baf48173f06

Kameelah Sims: Client Communications Manager, Lease Maturity Manager; kameelahs@jimellis.com; 770-234-7916; Kameelah is originally from Newberry, South Carolina and is a graduate of USC. She joined Audi Atlanta in 2014. Kameelah manages multiple lease accounts and creates long-lasting customer relationships as she provides each client with excellent one-on-one service. She also handles various dealership reports and administrates client accounts and information. Kameelah is a proud "country girl" who enjoys spending her time outdoors, either horseback riding or driving four-wheelers. Her favorite car is a 2018 Audi RS 3.; 407e7179b40c4f7f95fe5ca70962b9a9

Kit Ravuri: Audi Ambassador; aravuri@jimellis.com; 770-454-8200; Kit is from Suwanee, Georgia and is currently studying marketing at Georgia State University. He joined our Audi Team in 2016. Kit runs our dealership's multiple social media pages, manages online reviews, and creates digital content to be used in various ads and promotions. He is an avid VW and Audi car enthusiast who enjoys practicing and perfecting his photography skills. Kit's favorite car is an Audi RS 6 Avant.; 376d2eb6a7044b509f1caf969ee7016f

Matt Rogers

Content Writer

mrogers@jimellis.com

770-454-8200

Matt grew up in Atlanta, Georgia and graduated from Georgia State University with degrees in both English and psychology. He has been with Audi Atlanta since 2017. Matt creates original writings and short articles to be published in our dealership's blog, website, and newsletter. He also wrote all of the spectacular employee bios on this page! Matt has been playing the drums since he was 10-years-old, is an obsessive comic book collector, and enjoys spending time with his loyal Bearded Dragon, Moe. His favorite car is a 1967 Ford Shelby GT350.

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Claudette Reynolds

Audi Sales Coordinator

claudetter@jimellis.com

770-454-8200

Claudette grew up in Kingston, Jamaica and has lived throughout the United States, including New York and Miami. She joined Audi Atlanta in 2014. Known as our "Director of First Impressions," Claudette runs the dealership's front desk and acts as the first voice and face to welcome clients as they walk through the door. She also redirects incoming phone calls and takes care of any additional needs that a customer may have. Claudette is a proud Miami sports fan and a passionate music lover. She enjoys singing, listening to light jazz, and attending live concerts. Claudette's favorite car is the Audi A6.

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Tawanna Schofield

Audi Sales Coordinator

tawannas@jimellis.com

770-454-8200

Tawanna has been a member of our Audi Atlanta team since 2018. She grew up as a "preacher's kid" in Knoxville, Tennessee, and attended Livingstone College in North Carolina. Tawanna has had an impressive and varied career since moving to Atlanta in 2002, having spent nine years as a celebrity hairstylist and seven as the receptionist and facilities coordinator of the Coca-Cola Company. She is a fantastic artist and has been perfecting her drawing and painting techniques since middle school. Tawanna also danced as a majorette for two years in college. Her favorite car is the Audi Q3.

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Sage Ellison

Audi Sales Assistant

sellison@jimellis.com

770-454-5949

Sage is an Atlanta native who attended both Georgia Southern University and the University of Georgia. She has been with Audi Atlanta since 2017. Sage provides an essential service to our Sales Team and assists them by contacting clients and coordinating vehicle deliveries. She also works with our customers over the phone and helps them set up the Audi Connect Systems in their new vehicles. Sage recently returned to Atlanta after living in Australia for a year. She thrives on being as social as possible and is a huge music lover who enjoys attending live concerts and festivals. Sage's favorite car is a Jeep Wrangler.

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Alexis Kunz

Audi Sales Assistant

akunz@jimellis.com

678-993-5294

Alexis is from Grayson, Georgia and joined Audi Atlanta in 2018. After eight years of experience working in the restaurant business, she has developed exceptional customer service skills and truly enjoys interacting face-to-face with our clients. Alexis is an intense sports enthusiast who loves watching live games, either on TV or from the stands, and enjoys spending time in the great outdoors with a hike or run. She has one dog and used to have a pet snake; however, it ended up escaping for three days and was eventually found lurking under her bed. Alexis no longer likes snakes as much as she used to. Her favorite car is the Audi RS 5.

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Rosanne Hallisey: Executive Assistant; rosanneh@jimellis.com; 770-454-7949; Rosanne is originally from North Carolina and has been with Audi Atlanta since 2013. She supports our Vice President and General Manager and puts together the various community events that take place throughout the year. Rosanne is often referred to as the "mother" of our dealership because she is continually looking after and helping others in need. She and her husband, Tim, are the proud parents of one daughter, Emily, who is studying to become an engineer. Rosanne loves to play tennis whenever she can and is the most spirited and vivacious Alabama Crimson Tide football fan you will ever meet. Her favorite car is the Audi Q5.; 77b15f2d3967453dac3b951ae48340e6

Lisa Grubb: Tag & Title Coordinator; lgrubb@jimellis.com; 770-234-7017; Lisa is originally from Piedmont, Alabama and has lived in Georgia since 1983. She joined Audi Atlanta in 2015. Lisa manages and processes the tags and titles for every client who comes through the dealership, including those for wholesale and loaner vehicles. Lisa recently celebrated her 35^th anniversary with her husband and loves to spend time with her family while boating at the lake. Her favorite car is the 2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet.; 3b557f3fdf43495ebcb18787f9157350

Rosa Stevenson: Tag & Title Assistant; rstevenson@jimellis.com; 770-234-7017; Rosa was born to a very large family in Massachusetts and moved to Atlanta in 1993. She has been with our dealership since 2017. As the right hand of our Tag and Title Office, Rosa keeps the department well-organized and makes sure that every customer correctly receives their license plate. She is the proud mother of two daughters and is excitedly awaiting the birth of her first grandchild, due towards the end of the year. Rosa loves to feel the wind in her hair while riding with her husband on the back of their Harley motorcycle. Her favorite car is a convertible Mercedes S-Class.; 7b8adc16541741eea178f8dd9d28dc2d

Tonia Shamily: Office Manager; tonias@jimellis.com; 770-457-0077; Tonia was born in Brooklyn, New York. However, she was raised in Alabama and is a proud, self-proclaimed "Southern Girl." She has been with Audi Atlanta since 2017. Tonia oversees our Billing Department and works closely with dealer trades, organizes various monthly schedules, and closes out deals towards the end of the month. She is a movie buff who loves to watch blockbuster action movies and enjoys spending quality time with her friends and family. Tonia's favorite car is a 2017 Lexus ES 300.; 66b28c081f124319a0f4203eded7917b

Katrina Marrero: Billing Clerk; kmarrero@jimellis.com; 770-454-8200; Katrina is originally from New Jersey and moved to Atlanta in 2008. She has been with Audi Atlanta since 2015. Katrina oversees the various accounting and recordkeeping processes involved when purchasing a new vehicle and ensures that each deal is completed thoroughly before it is finalized. She thrives on all types of social interactions and enjoys salsa dancing, visiting different kinds of museums, and listening to live music at jazz clubs. Her favorite car is the 2018 Audi S7.; 2207852f27b341d8b4387f5c0b1144af

Nadiyah Abdullah: Finance Coordinator; nadiyaha@jimellis.com; 770-454-8200; Nadiyah was born in Chicago and grew up right here in Atlanta. She has been with Audi Atlanta since 2014. As a coordinator in our Finance Department, Nadiyah carefully examines deals before she has them finalized. She also submits various rebates for our customers. Nadiyah is the proud mother of twin boys and one daughter. She loves to get lost in her imagination while reading thrilling books of fiction and tries to stay active by playing soccer in her spare time. Her favorite car is the 2016 Audi Q5.; 47bf46177e6d43ba9817463539a94ec3

Rick Fortnam: Audi Service Manager; rickf@jimellis.com; 770-454-3322; Rick is originally from South Boston, and while he has lived in Georgia since 1991, he still considers himself a "true Northerner" at heart. He has been a member of the Jim Ellis Family since 2000 and joined our dealership in 2007. Rick manages our Service Advisors and ensures that every client receives the absolute best care and service experience possible. He is a loving family man who enjoys spending quality time with his wife of 14 years, his 10-year-old daughter, and six-month-old son. Rick's favorite car is the Audi RS 7.; 06543f1b41e14644b21de0665fc3d061

Chris Lee: Senior Audi Service Advisor; chrisl@jimellis.com; 678-230-6018; Chris was born in Edenton, North Carolina and has been living in Atlanta since 1988. He joined Audi Atlanta in 2003. As a senior member of our Service Department, Chris uses his many years of expert experience to advise our clients and provide them with the proper amount of attention and efficiency that they deserve. Chris is married to his high-school sweetheart, and together they have three beautiful children. He is a die-hard college football fan and enthusiastically supports the Georgia Bulldogs. Chris' favorite car is a 1967 Mustang Shelby GT 500; however, he does have a special place in his heart for the 1994 Honda Civic.; a67f433f0a0d06b801b829e764e7533d

Matthew Hunter: Audi Service Advisor; mhunter@jimellis.com; 770-454-5910; Matt grew up in Snellville, Georgia and currently lives in Suwannee with his young son. He has been working in the automotive business since 2006 and joined Audi Atlanta in 2015. Matt works hard to maintain the high standards of the Jim Ellis Group and provides his clients with expert advice on vehicle services, such as brake evaluation and battery tune-ups. He is a tremendous car enthusiast who enjoys spending his free time riding his motorcycle and relaxing outdoors while fishing. Matt's favorite car is a GMC Duramax Denali.; 89ae28caca174adda8a560d41691e885

Steve Stewart: Audi Service Advisor; steves@jimellis.com; 770-454-5933; Steve was born in Missouri and grew up in Chicago, Illinois. He has been living in Georgia since 1987 and joined Audi Atlanta in 2015. Steve uses his many years of experience to provide our clients with efficient service and offers his expert advice on oil changes, wheel alignment, and other maintenance procedures. He also specializes in prepping our new inventory for sale, ensuring that the vehicles are front-line-ready and available to go at a moment's notice. Steve has been married to his wonderful wife for 17 years, and together they enjoy cheering on the Gwinnett Braves with their eight-year-old daughter. His favorite car is an Audi RS 7.; 717e2127d81849e3b8cb4b7e458e808f

Joey Davis: Audi Service Advisor; joeyd@jimellis.com; 770-454-3322; Joey is originally from Montgomery, Alabama and has been working in the automotive business since 2005. He joined our Audi Team in 2016. Joey uses his hard-earned skills and years of experience to advise clients on how to properly and routinely maintain their Audis. He also assists with vehicle warranties and communicates necessary repairs with the factory. Joey enjoys hiking with his dog in the mountains, cooking mouth-watering BBQ, and traveling to new and exciting places. His favorite car is the Audi RS 7.; b3342d2db70f4445af0825a8912855bc

David Campbell: Audi Service Advisor; davidc@jimellis.com; 770-454-5947; Dave is a Georgia native who was born and raised in Lilburn. He joined Audi Atlanta in 2016. As a highly-trained member of our Service Department, Dave guides customers on how to properly maintain their vehicles and offers his advice on routine services, including transmission replacements and wheel alignment. He is an accomplished mountain biker who has been racing competitively for as long as he can remember, and even represented the United States in the 2008 and 2010 World Championships! Dave is a devout Audi enthusiast, but his absolute favorite of all is the spectacular Audi R8 Competition.; 9b51ee208acd4835b3fe1d604c10db4b

David Maddox: Audi Service Advisor; dmaddox@jimellis.com; 770-454-3322; David was born and raised in Coral Springs, Florida. He has worked in the automotive industry since 2007 and joined our Audi Team in 2017. David uses his hard-earned skills to meet each of his customer's service needs and offers his expert advice on the best replacement parts and procedures to properly maintain their vehicles. He is a true outdoorsman who relishes spending his time fishing and immersing himself in all the wonder that nature has to offer. David also enjoys playing sports with his three half-brothers and is a proud fan of the Miami Hurricanes. His favorite car is a Nissan GT-R R34.; 94488e1297244077b0c2478ff25bd1be

Kyle Bergbauer

Audi Service Advisor

kbergbauer@jimellis.com

770-225-4846

Kyle was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He has been working in the automotive industry since 2012 and joined Audi Atlanta in 2018. Thanks to his extreme level of commitment, Kyle received Audi Atlanta's top customer service score in only his second month with our dealership! Kyle is a tremendous sports fan who enthusiastically supports all of his home teams including the Flyers, 76ers, Phillies, and Eagles. When not wholeheartedly rooting for his favorite teams, Kyle also enjoys playing a relaxing weekend round of golf. His favorite car is the sporty Audi RS 7.

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Lionel Ledlum

Audi Service Advisor

lionell@jimellis.com

770-454-5950

Lionel is originally from Monrovia, Liberia and has been living in the states since he was six years old. He joined our dealership in 2018 and has worked in the automotive industry since 2001. "I've been in this business for a long time," Lionel said, "but it never gets old because you meet so many new people and overcome different challenges every single day." In 2010, Lionel married his high school sweetheart, and together they have two adorable little girls. Each year, he and his family take a special trip to their condo in Florida and create fond family memories at the beach and Disney World. Lionel's favorite car is a 1969 Chevy SS with the optional hideaway lights.

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Yago Luangraj

Audi Service Advisor

yago@jimellis.com

770-243-5614

Yago is an Atlanta local who has worked in the automotive business since 2000. He spent a few years next door with Jim Ellis Maserati before joining Audi in 2018. "The best part of my job is getting to meet all of these fellow car enthusiasts," he said, "and learning about all of the amazing cars that they bring into our service drive every day." When not talking shop with fellow auto aficionados, Yago builds smartphone apps and even holds a patent for a program that assists with key tracking at dealerships. He practiced breakdancing for 10 years and loves making people laugh with his great sense of humor and "corny" jokes. Yago is also a Virgo, and he likes to take long walks on the beach. He may have been joking about those last two. His favorite car is a 1989 Porsche 911 Turbo.

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Heidi Turner

Audi Service BDC Manager

heidit@jimellis.com

770-234-7556

Heidi is a Georgia native who was born and raised in Marietta. She has been a member of our Audi Team since 2013. Heidi works alongside our Service Department while managing the advisors' schedules, coordinating customer appointments, and assisting with marketing for the department. Heidi proudly holds a BFA in interior design. She is a huge sports fan who loudly and enthusiastically supports her local Atlanta teams. As a passionate German auto enthusiast, it is difficult for Heidi to pick her favorite car; however, she does hold special places in her heart for the 2018 Audi S8 Plus and the Porsche 356 Roadster.

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Andrea Drinkard: Audi Service Coordinator; audi1service@jimellis.com; 770-454-3322; Andrea grew up in Marietta, Georgia and attended both the University of Georgia and Kennesaw State University. She has been with Audi Atlanta since 2013. Andrea is a liaison between our customers and the Service Department who works to schedule appointments and arrange alternate client transportation. Since 2014, she has volunteered at McKenna Farms and the Chastain Horse Park, where she assists those with various disabilities through therapeutic horseback riding. Andrea's favorite car is the Audi RS 5.; 35decff54a764b7ba4d1550b3822e8ea

Eva Smith

Audi Service Coordinator

evas@jimellis.com

770-454-3322

Eva grew up throughout the Central and South Florida area and attended the Florida Gulf Coast University. She has been with Audi Atlanta since 2016. Eva works closely with the dealership's Service Department and assists our team of highly-trained advisors by coordinating and scheduling customer appointments. She is the proud mother of one daughter and dreams of one day becoming a professional interior decorator. Eva's favorite car is a Range Rover.

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Shoshana Spaulding

Audi Service Coordinator

shana@jimellis.com

770-454-3322

Shoshana grew up in Savannah, Georgia and hosts her own internet-based radio show and personal lifestyle blog. She has been working in the automotive industry since 2014 and joined our Audi Team in 2018. Shoshana loves to travel the world, including her recent trip to Egypt, and hopes to one day explore every country in Africa. When Shoshana isn't adventuring across the globe, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and relaxing with a well-written book of poetry. Her favorite car is a 1967 Shelby Mustang.

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Alicia Tubman

Mobility Manager

aliciat@jimellis.com

770-454-8081

Alicia is a Georgia native who was born and raised in Lilburn. She has been working in the automotive industry since 2006 and joined Audi Atlanta in 2017. As our Mobility Manager, Alicia oversees our vast collection of 140 alternate transportation vehicles and ensures that each one is always ready at a moment's notice. She works hard to provide our customers with the most efficient service experience possible and helps them continue their regular, busy schedules while their vehicle remains in our shop. Alicia is a tremendous fan of the New England Patriots and hopes to one day become a professional sports commentator. Her favorite car is the 2018 Audi SQ5.

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Ben Acree

Mobility Strategist

benjamina@jimellis.com

770-454-8081

Ben joined our Audi Service Department in 2018. He and his wife, Adria, have been happily married since 2004, and together they love spending time as a family and teaching their young daughter, Lucy, how to cook. However, Ben might want to take a few lessons himself before passing on his culinary skills considering he once put a pizza in the oven completely upside down. Outside of their kitchen, he and his wife like to try and experience as many new cuisines and cultures as possible. Ben's favorite car is the Audi RS 5.

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Jason Dancy

Mobility Coordinator

jdancy@jimellis.com

770-454-8081

Jason was born in Abbeville, Louisiana and grew up in Las Vegas. He has been in the automotive industry since 2015 and worked with Jim Ellis Hyundai before starting with Audi Atlanta in 2018. Jason is a die-hard Saints fan and enjoys the occasional escape from the routine of daily life with a soothing cruise to the Bahamas or Caribbean Islands. He is also, in his own words, "infatuated" with gold jewelry and loves the thrill of searching for new pieces to add to his collection. Jason's favorite car is a 2018 Porsche Macan GTS.

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Paul Johnson

Logistics Manager

paulj@jimellis.com

678-620-7303

Paul grew up right here in Atlanta, Georgia and has been working in the automotive industry since 1994. He joined Audi Atlanta in 2009. Paul works with any of our service clients who may find it difficult to take the time out of their busy routines to schedule their vehicle's regular maintenance. He goes above and beyond to assist these clients and provides them with a true VIP experience as he personally picks up their vehicle, delivers it to the dealership for service, and promptly returns it. Paul is a devoted family man who has been married to his wonderful wife for over 20 years. He is an avid sports fanatic and enthusiastically supports his beloved Green Bay Packers. Paul's favorite car is a Bentley.

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Frankie Wright

Courtesy Driver

frankiew@jimellis.com

770-454-8200

Frankie is a Georgia native who was born and raised in Doraville. She joined Audi Atlanta in 2012. Frankie works as a Courtesy Driver and provides transportation for our clients while their vehicle remains in service. Before joining our Audi Team, she spent 20 years working with elementary and special education students in the DeKalb School System. Frankie enjoys gardening, shopping, baking, and relaxing in her North Carolina mountain home with her husband and her dog, Sadie. Her favorite car is a 1967 Dodge Dart.

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Patrick Ellievi

Service Valet

770-454-3322

Patrick is originally from Ghana and has been living in Atlanta since 2003. He joined Audi Atlanta in 2006. Patrick welcomes each of our service clients with a warm smile as they pull into the Service Drive. He then takes the customer's vehicle to one of our expert Audi Technicians and returns their car once service has been completed. Patrick treats everyone he meets with kindness and always goes above and beyond to make sure that our clients are completely satisfied. He is an active sports fan and especially loves to watch live soccer matches. Patrick's favorite car is a 2017 Audi A5.

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Eric Lane

New Car Inventory Manager

ericl@jimellis.com

770-454-8200

Eric is originally from Troy, Alabama and later moved to Georgia when he was 14-years-old. He has been with Audi Atlanta since 2008. Eric oversees the extensive pre-delivery inspections for all of the new Audis that arrive at our dealership. He also transports vehicles for special dealership events and ensures that all of the cars in our showroom are always looking their best. Before joining our Audi Team, Eric spent one year living in Hawaii. He loves to tinker with computers and is happily married to his wonderful wife, Rachael, whom he met right here at our dealership. Eric's favorite car is the 2017 Audi RS 7.

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Andrew Johnson

Recon Manager

andrewj@jimellis.com

770-454-3322

Andrew grew up in Stone Mountain and received his degree in risk management from Georgia State University. He has been with our dealership since 2018. Andrew is a monumental sports fan, a talented golfer, and a craft beer connoisseur. At home, he cares for a remarkable number of four-legged friends including five dogs, one rabbit, and a cat. Andrew's favorite car is the 2019 Audi A7.

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J.R. Proctor

Sales Valet

hubertp@jimellis.com

770-454-8200

J.R. grew up as one of seven siblings and moved from South Carolina to Atlanta when he was five years old. He joined our team in 2018. "I love getting to drive all of these astounding Audis every day," he said, "and it is really rewarding to see the smile on a customer's face after I help them." J.R. has been playing basketball since he was big enough to hold a ball, and now coaches his little brother's team at the local YMCA. He is an aspiring audio engineer and spends most of his free time recording and mixing music. J.R.'s favorite car is a 1972 Chevy Camaro.

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Linda Saengalam

Warranty Manager

lindas@jimellis.com

770-454-5919

Linda was born and raised in Doraville, Georgia after her family moved from Laos. She has been with Audi Atlanta since 2007. As a member of our Warranty Office, Linda checks and balances customer accounts, manages paperwork, enters new vehicle orientations into our system, and ensures that all claims are current and paid. She has been married to her wonderful husband since 2016 and is always happy to share her impressive cooking skills and exciting recipes with her entire family. Linda is a true "beach girl" through and through who loves to soak up the sun's rays and relax with her toes in the sand. Her favorite car is the 2018 Audi RS 7.

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Vickie Kijanski

Warranty Administrator

vickiek@jimellis.com

770-454-5936

Vickie is originally from New Orleans, Louisiana and has been living in Georgia since 2000. She joined Audi Atlanta in 2013. Vickie is a dedicated member of our Audi Team and works as an administrator in the Warranty Office. She processes our warranty claims and also ensures that each of our technicians is properly paid on time. For the past few years, Vickie has been a passionate "soccer mom" for her three sons and proudly supports each of their teams, both on and off the field. She is

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