Staff

Hometown: Palos Park, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since February 1997
How Long in the Car Business: Since September 1991
Hobbies: Going to my kids' activities such as karate, baseball,and
football games.I enjoy taking the family to professional
sporting games such as the White Sox, Bulls, and Hawks.
Favorite Sports Team: Bulls, Sox, Bears, Blackhawks and Cubs
Favorite Chevy: 1970 Chevelle
Favorite Food: Lou Malnati's pizza and Michelle's homemade lasagna
Favorite Song: "Eye of the Tiger" by Survivor
Favorite Movie: Risky Business
Favorite Vacation Spot: Florida with the family

I was born and raised in Palos Park. I am a graduate of Sandburg High School.
I've been in the car business since 1991. I joined the Phillips Chevy team in 1997 as a Sales Manager, and like they say, hard work pays off. I am now the General Manager of Phillips Chevrolet. I am married with 3 wonderful kids. My favorite pastime, other than spending it with my family, is to visit the Augusta National, hanging out by the Amen Corner.

Mission Statements: "Doing the basics brilliantly" and "It's up to me."

Hometown: Manhattan, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since March 2011
Hobbies: Spending time with my family and golfing
Favorite Sports Teams: Chicago Bears, White Sox, & Blackhawks
Favorite Chevy: Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Favorite Movie: Saving Private Ryan
Favorite Vacation Spot: Florida

I grew up in Manhattan, Illinois and graduated from Lincoln-Way Central. I earned a
degree in criminal justice from Southern Illinois University before coming to work at
Phillips. I am married to my beautiful wife, we have two children, a boy and a girl,
and currently live in Minooka. I enjoy working as an aftermarket manager because I love
cars, and I like making every car unique for our customers.

Personal Philosphy: "Count on me."

Hometown: Plainfield, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since July 2009
Hobbies: Shopping and working out at the gym.
Favorite Sports Team: Chicago Bears, White Sox & Blackhawks
Favorite Chevy: 2014 Chevrolet Impala
Favorite Food: Pizza
Favorite Movie: Euro Trip
Favorite Vacation Spot: Anywhere warm

I am the oldest and only girl of five. I grew up in various
parts of Illinois. I am an 2008 Graduate of PCHS(Plainfield
Central High School - Wildcats). I played soccer for 12 years
and was a cheerleader for 3. I also played the flute in the band
for 9 years. I now live in Joliet. I'm an optimistic, out-spoken
and I am always up for a challenge. I spend most of my time
either here at Phillips or doing whatever else keeps me smiling.

Personal Philosphy: "Life's too short to have regrets, so live everyday like it's your last."

Hometown: Kankakee, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since May 2017
How Long in the Car Business: Since May 2015
Hobbies: Going on adventures, longboarding, going to the gym, and hanging out with friends.
Favorite Sports Team:Chicago White Sox and Washington Wizards
Favorite Chevy:  Chevy Colorado
Favorite Food: Italian
Favorite Song: "Go Flex" - Post Malone
Favorite Movie: Wolf of Wall Street
Favorite Vacation Spot: Arizona

I have lived in the Kankakee County my entire life. I grew up in the car business and love the automotive scene all together. I love meeting new people and helping them any way I can.

Personal Philosophy:Wealth is in the mind, not the pocket

Hometown: Frankfort, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since January 2018
How Long in the Car Business: Since December 2010
Hobbies: Playing hockey, coaching kid's hockey
Favorite Sports Team: Black Hawks, White sox, Bears
Favorite Chevy: 2019 Corvette ZR1
Favorite Food: Mother's home-made Italian 
Favorite Song: "Black" by Pearl Jam
Favorite Movie: Braveheart/Tombstone
Favorite Vacation Spot: Florida with the family

I was born on the south side and went to Brother Rice HS.  I have played hockey since I was 6 and was captain of our hockey team for the championship run.  Now I enjoy watching and coaching my 3 kids on their teams.

Mission Statement: "Those who give respect, get respect"

Hometown: Toledo, OH
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since January 2017
How Long in the Car Business: Since January 2017
Hobbies: My family, Running, Football
Favorite Sports Team: Cleveland Browns, Auburn Tigers
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Traverse
Favorite Food: Jambalaya
Favorite Song: "Your Hand in Mine" by Explosions in the Sky
Favorite Movie: The Social Network
Favorite Vacation Spot: Any Beach

I grew up in a small town in Northwest Ohio. After college I lived in New York City for 8 years; where I met my wife. We moved back to the Midwest in 2014 to start a family. I have been very fortunate to work at Phillips since 2017 and absolutely love the car industry.

Mission Statements: "Once a man is determined, nothing will stop him from success."- Vince Lombardi

Hometown: Chicago, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since August 2018
Hobbies: Sports & Reading
Favorite Sports Team: Barcelona
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Silverado
Favorite Food: Deep Dish Pizza
Favorite Song: Anything Hip-Hop
Favorite Movie: Any Comedy
Favorite Vacation Spot: Mexico

I am an open minded individual who always strives for accuracy. I maintain a consistent positive attitude at all times. I'm always looking forward to improving myself and helping others. Living the present for a better future!

Mission Statement: "You're never "done", you're finished." - high school teacher & "If you don't fail, you won't succeed."

Hometown: Chicago, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since August 1994
Hobbies: Cooking, gardening, playing cards
Favorite Sports Team: All teams Chicago
Favorite Chevy: 2014 Corvette Stingray
Favorite Food: Homemade baby back ribs (Memphis style)
Favorite Song: Anything by "Luther" will do
Favorite Movie: JFK
Favorite Vacation Spot: Wherever my family is

Born and raised on the south side of Chicago, I grew up in neighborhoods stretching from West Englewood to Archer Heights. After coming home from college in 1994, I was originally hired in that summer in new car sales. The rest is history. My background here is madeup of 7 years in sales, 6 years in finance, and my last 8 years as Commercial/Fleet Sales Manager.

Personal Philosophy: My goal is to provide our clients with the most accurate information available to help manage all of their business and personal vehicle needs.

Hometown: Bourbonnais, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since August 2020
Hobbies: Golfing and Fishing
Favorite Sports Team: Chicago Cubs
Favorite Chevy: Corvette
Favorite Food: Pizza
Favorite Movie: Nothing to Lose
Favorite Song: "Revelation" by Aestral
Favorite Vacation Spot: Coco Beach, Florida

I studied business in college and I've worked retail for 24 years. I have two beautiful girls. I love to fish and play golf, and also to grill and hang out with friends.

Personal Philosphy: "If you quit once, it becomes a habit. Never Quit!"

Hometown: Frankfort, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since June 2021
How Long in the Car Business: Since June 2021
Hobbies: Playstation, being with family and friends
Favorite Sports Team: Chicago White Sox
Favorite Chevy: 1970 Chevelle
Favorite Food: Asian
Favorite Song: "Roadhouse Blues" by The Doors
Favorite Movie: Meet the Spartans
Favorite Vacation Spot: Cancun

I grew up in Frankfort and spent the summers of my childhood working for my family's plumbing company on the south side of Chicago. I decided that wasn't for me and wanted to give sales a shot. So far sales has been a pleasant experience for me. One of my favorite things about my job is meeting different people every day.

Personal Philosophy: "Where there's a will, there's a way"

Hometown: Bourbonnais, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since October 2022
Hobbies: Learning new things
Favorite Sports Teams: Chicago Bears
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Silverado
Favorite Movie: Safe Haven
Favorite Vacation Spot: Arizona

I love my new place of employment. I am eager to succeed, meet new people, and change the prospective of sales people. 

Favorite Quote: "Don't be afraid to fail, be afraid not to try."

Hometown: Frankfort, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since July 2019
How Long in the Car Business: Since February 2017
Hobbies: Golfing, basketball, and watching Formula 1
Favorite Sports Team: Chicago Bears / Chicago White Sox
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Camaro
Favorite Food: Pasta
Favorite Song: "Heard Em Say" by Logic
Favorite Movie: Wolf of Wallstreet
Favorite Vacation Spot: Miami, FL 

I grew up in Frankfort, IL and graduated from Lincoln Way East High School. I've always liked cars ever since I was a kid and started in the automotive industry at 18 years old. I really enjoy talking about cars and helping people find their dream vehicle. When I'm not talking about cars, I like to play golf with my family and travel around as much as I can.

Favorite Quote: "Some people want it to happen, some people wish it would happen, others make it happen."

Hometown: Bradley, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since September 2022
How Long in the Car Business: September 2022
Hobbies: Writing and watching movies
Favorite Sports Team: Any Chicago team
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Blazer
Favorite Food: French Fries
Favorite Song: "The Great Pretender" by Freddie Mercury
Favorite Movie: Good Will Hunting
Favorite Vacation Spot: I would love to visit Tokyo

I am the second youngest of three brothers. I also have a twin. I spend a lot of my free time either watching movies or writing poetry.

Favorite Quote: "Nothing changes if nothing changes"

Hometown: Limestone, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since January 2023
How Long in the Car Business: Since October 2019
Hobbies: Cars, working on cars, and attending car meets
Favorite Sports Team: Chicago Cubs
Favorite Chevy: 2019 Corvette ZR1
Favorite Food: Filet Mignon
Favorite Song: "Mean Whiskey" by Morgan Wallen
Favorite Movie: Elf
Favorite Vacation Spot: Bermuda

I have been a huge car enthusiast for as long as I can remember. I'm excited to help people find vehicles that they will love. I've lived in Kankakee County for my whole life and I love the community.

Favorite Quote: "He who says he can and he who says he can't are both usually right." - Confucius

Hometown: Orland Park, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since May 2022
Hobbies: Reading, writing, and playing with my two sons
Favorite Sports Teams: Real Madrid
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Tahoe
Favorite Movie: Rushmore
Favorite Vacation Spot: North Carolina

My name is Wade. Prior to working in the car business, I spent 8 years in retail. I enjoy writing poetry in my spare time and self published when I was 20. I like with my girlfriend and our two young boys. When I'm not at Phillips, I'm either playing with my kids or have a book in my hand.

Favorite Quote: "Try to learn to let what is unfair teach you." David Foster Wallace

Hometown: Kankakee, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since January 2022
How Long in the Car Business: Since 2020
Hobbies: Music, Art, Video Games, Game Development
Favorite Sports Team: Chicago Cubs
Favorite Chevy: Corvette Stingray C8
Favorite Food: Pizza
Favorite Song: "Wish You Were Here" by Pink Floyd
Favorite Movie: Robin Hood: Men In Tights by Mel Brooks
Favorite Vacation Spot: Whispering Pine Lodge in St. Germain, WI

I was born in Kankakee, IL and went through the Herscher School District. During my time in high school, I was a part of their marching band, show choir, and practically anything music or arts related. I've always enjoyed learning cars and playing car games. When I'm not working, I spend my free time playing, modifying, and developing video games.

Mission Statement: Information is Power

Hometown: Midlothian, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since August 2006
How Long in the Car Business: Since 1992
Hobbies: Photography, any outdoor activity; cars and bikes.
Favorite Chevy: Z06 Corvette
Favorite Food: Chinese
Favorite Song: Anything that triggers a fun memory
Favorite Movie: The Goonies
Favorite Vacation Spot: California 

I'm always up for a challenge, I always look after friends and family, I always help someone in need.

Mission Statements: "Nothing's impossible"

Hometown: Chicago Ridge, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since February 2005
How Long in the Car Business: Since 1980
Hobbies: Boating, snowmobiling, motorsports
Favorite Sports Teams: Chicago sports fan
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Silverado
Favorite Food: Cheeseburgers
Favorite Song: Thunderstruck by AC/DC
Favorite Movie: Lethal Weapon series
Favorite Vacation Spot: Lake of the Ozarks

I grew up in Chicago Ridge and attended Richards High School. I have been in the automotive industry since I was 10 years old. Spending time with my wife and two kids is a favorite past time. I started at Phillips in 2005 as a service advisor. I really enjoy my job and take pride in assisting all our guests, which helped me work my way up to service director. My goals are to make certain our guests' vehicles are fixed right and in a timely manner.

Personal Philosophy: "It can be done."

Hometown: Peotone, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since August 1992
How Long in the Car Business: Since 1986
Hobbies: Painting, drawing, scrapbooking
Favorite Sports Team: Green Bay Packers, Chicago White Sox
Favorite Chevy: Chevrolet Malibu
Favorite Food: Pizza
Favorite Vacation Spot: Rhinelander, WI

I grew up in Hazelcrest, Illinois and moved to Wisconsin when I was in high school. That's when I started following the Packers. I moved back to Illinois in 1992 and started at Phillips in August of the same year. I have a 14-year-old son, Arik, who keeps me busy with baseball and basketball, and a "Morkie" (Maltese and Yorkie mix) named Fergie. I am recently married to my husband Mike.

Favorite Quote: "To thine own self be true."

Hometown: Manteno, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since July 2017
How Long in the Car Business: Since November 1999
Hobbies: Basketball, (Water Sports such as jet skis, boating) Fishing, Participating in Manteno Oktoberfest Parade
Favorite Sports Team: Blackhawks, Bears
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Tahoe
Favorite Food: Steak and Potatoes
Favorite Song: "Boys Round Here" by Blake Shelton
Favorite Movie: Top Gun
Favorite Vacation Spot: Anywhere with a lake/water

I graduated in 2000 from Lincoln-Way Central. I have an associate's degree in Automotive Technology and Bachelor's Degree in Business Management. I am married and have 2 children.

Mission Statement: "Nothing is promised today, that can not be achieved today!"

Hometown: Braidwood, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since December 2018
How Long in the Car Business: Since May 2015
Hobbies: Painting, cooking
Favorite Sports Team: Bears, Blackhawks
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Camaro
Favorite Food: Prime rib
Favorite Song: "The Words I Would Say" by Sidewalk Prophets
Favorite Vacation Spot: Bahamas

I am married and have 4 beautiful children; 3 girls and 1 boy. I moved back to Illinois after living in South Carolina for 10 years. Glad to be back but not glad about the cold weather.

Mission Statements: "Our greatest fear should not be of failure, but of succeeding at things in life that don't really matter."

Hometown: Bensenville, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since September 2013
How Long in the Car Business: Since August 1999
Hobbies: Hunting, Fishing, Spending Time with Family, Lifting and Working out, Racing, and Watching Racing.
Favorite Sports Team: I'm not really a sports fan.
Favorite Chevy: Chevy Camaro
Favorite Food: Sweets!
Favorite Song: I don't have a favorite song but I listen to EDM
Favorite Movie: Hunger Games and the Divergent Series
Favorite Vacation Spot: Florida or Minnesota depending on the time of year.

I'm a mom of two boys that keep me busy with sports and school. We are an active family that enjoys the outdoors together, hunting fishing and camping. I love my career but also need to make time for myself and I do that in the gym. I believe you should always challenge yourself and always work towards a new goal once you've hit the last one!

Mission Statements: "Don't predict your future, create it! Be you, for you, no one else!"

Hometown: Crestwood, IL
How Long Employed at Phillips Chevrolet: Since May 2019
Hobbies: Decorating, shopping, reading books
Favorite Sports Team: Chicago Bears
Favorite Chevy: Tahoe
Favorite Food: Pizza, anything with cheese
Favorite Song: "I'm Alive" by Celine Dion
Favorite Movie: Cocktail or Pretty Woman
Favorite Vacation Spot: Atlantis Bahamas

I graduated from Columbia College Chicago in 2006 with a Bachelors Degree in Business Management with a concentration in Fashion & Merchandising. I've been doing HR work for the past 12 years. I've been married for 14 years. I have two sons, D.J and Steven, and two bulldogs named Betty and Lucy. 

Mission Statements: "Perseverance pays off."