
Click on one of the people below to find out more information.
Management
- JIM SCHLICHT
- General Sales Manager
- jschlicht@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3354
- "The Whale" Jim Schlicht started with Lake in 2000 right out of college. In his free time he enjoys spending time with his family and fits in as much golf and hunting as he can. Jim strives to take care of the customer. He believes in a positive customer experience by being honest and trustworthy all while having fun!
- DAVID MANEAGE
- Sales Manager: New Vehicles
- dmaneage@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3351
- David started with Lake in 2000 right out of college. In his free time he enjoys spending time with his family and fits in as much golf and hunting as he can. David strives to take care of the customer. He believes in a positive customer experience by being honest.
- DAN MCKNIGHT
- Sales Manager: Used Vehicles
- dmcknight@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3348
- I've been with Lake since August of 2010 and have been lucky to find a place that I can succeed and call home. My background has always been in the automotive industry, starting at 18 as a porter to my current position as Used Car Sales Manager
SALES DEPARTMENT
- CHRISTOPHER BLAINE
- Sales Consultant
- cblaine@lakeautogroup.com
- 414-817-3337
Chris started in the Automotive Industry back in 2010 as a Sales Consultant and eventually transitioned over to the finance side of the business. Recently Chris transitioned back into a sales role where his goal is to assist his customers throughout the buying process making sure they are in the right vehicle for their wants and needs. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family and animals and travels as often as possible. Chris prides himself on taking care of his customers and maintaining great relationships as well.
- JOSH BURAZIN
- Sales Consultant
- jburazin@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3362
- I am dedicated to my work, regardless of what it is. I am a "go getter" by nature and I love to excel! Genuine Hospitality and customer service are very important to me! In my free time I love to play PS4, which helps keep me sane! Well, mostly!
- WILLIAM BURAZIN
- Sales Consultant
- wburazin@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3342
- Willy Burazin has been an instrumental employee since 1997. He likes to spend his free time outside working on his yard. Willy's dedication and passion comes out with each and every customer he works with. He strides to make your car buying experience fun.
- MIKE FULLER
- Sales Consultant
- mfuller@lakeautogroup.com
- 414-817-3352
- I have worked in the automotive industry for over 5 years, both in the Sales and the Service Departments. I have accrued a vast array of knowledge of many brands in my time in this business, and have a willingness and the patience to assist my guests.
- JAMES FUMO
- Sales Consultant
- jfumo@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3369
- Jim has over 20 years experience in automobile sales. Living in Wisconsin all his life, Jim loves the Packers, Brewers, Badgers, and Golfing. He also loves his family and will treat you like family in every aspect of your purchase. Stop by and see him soon!
- LUIS GARCIA
- Sales Consultant
- lgarcia@lakeautogroup.com
- 414-817-3356
Bio coming soon...
- ROBERT HOWARD
- Sales Consultant since 2010
- rhoward@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3361
- Bob Howard has been with the company since 2009. His free time is spent working on home projects and playing basketball with his son. Bob's uncanny approach to treat each person as a friend, meet their needs and stay transparent is what keeps his customers coming back time and time again.
- SCOTT KOSKI
- Sales Consultant
- skoski@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3338
- Scott has been with the company 2014. In his free time he enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 children. He enjoys playing softball, golf, fishing and camping. His true passion is exceeding the guest's expectation. Scott would like to make your next car buying experience a memorable one.
- MATTHEW KRECKLER
- Sales Consultant since 1991
- mkreckler@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3363
- I have been with the company for over 25 years!! I have two kids and a wonderful wife. I enjoy working on my house much like working with a customer to get that ultimate car. My passion and knowledge is what I will give to all my customers. In return, all I ask for is a handshake and a smile
- NOAH LARSON
- Sales Consultant
- nlarson@lakeautogroup.com
- 414-817-3347
Bio coming soon...
- TYLER LARSON
- Sales Consultant
- tlarson@lakeautogroup.com
- 414-817-3374
Bio coming soon...
- NATHAN NGUYEN
- Sales Consultant
- nnguyen@lakeautogroup.com
- 414-817-3355
Nathan has been in the Customer Service industry for more than 4 years. He takes pride in making sure his customers are well taken care of and maintains great relationships with them as well. He was born and raised in Wisconsin and is a die hard Bucks fan. In his free time Nathan enjoys being active and going on hikes when the weather permits.
- MIGUEL QUILES
- Sales Consultant
- mquiles@lakeautogroup.com
- 414-817-3359
Miguel has been a welcome addition to our Sales Force. He is very dedicated to his customers with a desire to do everything in his power to help with their vehicle needs. He enjoys spending time with his family time and watching the NBA. Hablo Español
- CHRISTOPHER TILL
- Sales Consultant
- ctill@lakeautogroup.com
- 414-817-3357
I get so excited seeing people in love with their cars. I am passionate about helping people and discovering their needs. In my free time I enjoy being with friends, family, and my amazing girlfriend. I also love to Hike, visit theme parks, and spend time in my bible.
Service Department
- NICK HARMON
- Service Manager
- nharmon@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3375
- Nick has recently joined our team and couldn't be happier to be here. He has been in the auto industry for 15 years. He is married with 4 children and has a dog they rescued named Josie. In his free time he enjoys playing golf, watching sports and spending time with his family.
- GLEN LEWIS
- Service Advisor
- glewis@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3379
- Glen's hobbies include fishing, watching sports, road trips, bird watching, and studying Milwaukee history. He volunteers a lot of his time to fostering Boxers. His love for Boxers has inspired him to adopt 2 of his 3 Boxers. Glen is married to his wife Amanda and has 3 kids.
- CRAIG POZARSKI
- Service Advisor
- cpozarski@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3376
- Craig Pozarski is one of Lake's longest employees. He started in 1985!! In his free time he loves to travel. His personal approach to the business is using his extensive training and his 30 years of experience to take care of his customers.
- CHAD SANDMAN
- Service Advisor
- csandman@lakeautogroup.com
- 414-817-3327
Chad has been with Lake Chevy since 2011 working in both the Sales and Service Departments. With three little ones at home he always has a new story to tell. With a positive attitude and dedication to excellence, Chad is ready to provide you and your vehicle with excellent customer service while one of our technicians repairs your vehicle's needs.
- STEVEN THOMAS
- Service Advisor
- sthomas@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3328
- Steve Thomas has 20 plus years experience in the auto service industry. He has been married to his wife for 16 years and has five children. He is a Disney fanatic. In his free time he enjoys watching his son play hockey, and downhill skiing with his daughter.
- JOHN WEBLER
- Service Advisor
- Jwebler@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3371
- John Webler started with Lake in 2013. He is a motorsports enthusiast and enjoys this in his free time. John was a restaurant Manager prior to sales which helps him put customers needs first. Customer satisfaction is his first goal.
Parts Department
- BRIAN WILLIAMS
- Parts Manager
- bwilliams@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3394
- I have been in the parts field since April of 1992. I have worked multiple Automotive lines over the years including some time in the Aftermarket World. I have been at Lake since August of 2011. I enjoy camping, concerts and the outdoors. I enjoy spending time with my family and my Girlfriends family.
- JONATHAN COLIN
- Parts Associate
- jcolin@lakeautogroup.com
- 414-8717-3393
I am 26 years old and just moved to Franklin, Wisconsin a year ago from Illinois. I have 3 years in the Automotive Industry in Retail Parts Sales and have a background in the Distribution Industry as well. I enjoy spending time with family, watching soccer and playing PS4 in my free time. My goal is to build my knowledge of the automotive world and get the customer the right part! Â
Hablo Español!
- RYAN GAZDECKI
- Parts Associate
- rgazdecki@lakeautogroup.com
- 414-817-3392
- I have been in auto parts for the last 10 years and recently joined the Lake family. I'm married with 2 kids, and we love doing anything Wisconsin. My favorite cars are the late 60's Pontiacs. I hunt, fish, golf, and watch sports.Â
- EVAN LISOWSKI
- Parts Associate
- elisowski@lakeautogroup.com
I've lived in Milwaukee my whole life and have had an interest in cars since I was a child. I have more than 10 year's experience in the automotive field and I'm a big fan of the 70's GM muscle cars. I'm happy to be a part of the Lake Chevy team.
- MIKE SLOMSKI
- Parts Associate
- mslomski@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3397
- A bit about myself.... Been at Lake in parts since 1991, I enjoy outdoor grilling, going to car shows with my 87 Monte Carlo SS, going snowmobiling (since 1972). I like chatting with our customers about their cars. Love Brewers baseball. My mother always told me I'd end up doing something with cars, since I was a little boy I've been a car nut.
- STEVE SMITH
- Parts
- ssmith@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3396
- Steve has been with Lake since 1995.He has numerous years of experience wih GM parts. In his free time he enjoys watching the Packers, Brewers, and Bucks. He spends time up in Sturgeon bay. Other than listening to great rock music, he enjoys watching his 9 yr old grandson play baseball, who will certainly make the major leagues someday.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
- OLIVIA GUZMAN
- Finance Manager
- oguzman@lakeautogroup.com
- 414-817-3360
Bio coming soon...
- HEATHER KRUSE
- Finance Manager
- hkruse@lakeautogroup.com
- Heather has worked at Lake since 2001. I have happily assisted the Sales Department and our Guests in any and all areas with my heart belonging to Finance. I watch out for the needs of our customers
- CALEB REPINSKI
- Finance Manager
- crepinski@lakeautogroup.com
- 414-817-3349
Bio coming soon...
Collision Center
- CARRIE MILLER
- Body Shop Manager
- cmiller@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3320
- Carrie Miller has been an employee at Lake since 2003. She currently serves as the Body Manager at Lake Chevrolet and feels that the best part of her job is the people she has met along the journey. She is a mother to three children and enjoys watching the best of Wisconsin sports at Brewers, Packers, and Bucks games
- CARRIE KARVONEN
- Customer Service
- ckarvonen@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 817-3321
- I have been in the automotive industry for over 20 years! I started as a lot attendant and moved my way through and spent most of those years in Service. I have decided to start a new chapter at Lake in the Auto Body which has always been an interest for me. I love the Automotive industry because it is always changing. Outside of work I enjoy outdoors, music, traveling, and spending time with those I love.
- KAYLA MILLER
- Customer Service Rep
- kmiller@lakeautogroup.com
- (414) 281-0454
- She grew up in Ohio, then later moved to Wisconsin in 2015. Prior to moving her passion was for the auto industry, combined with her drive to always provide amazing customer service pulled her into working closely with customers in a dealership setting. When she's not at work, she enjoys spending time with her boyfriend and dog. Her hobbies include anything crafty, she currently spends her time making a variety of wood signs.