Our Team
Click on one of the people below to find out more information.
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- Darren Bonanno
- General Manager
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- dbonanno@wellesleymazda.com
- 866-455-6675
Hi, my name is Darren Bonanno and I am the General Manager of Wellesley Mazda. I began my career in the Automotive Retail Business in 2000 as a sales consultant. After working for a large national corporate dealer group for about 6 years I had the pleasure of meeting Joe Shaker of the Shaker Automotive Group.
What I like most about being a part of the Wellesley Mazda team is the family atmosphere and our easy going approach to serving our customers. It's been a refreshing change for me and the last two and half years have flown by. That's because we make it fun for both our employees and our loyal customers. Please stop by and see for yourself.
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- Dan McBride
- General Sales Manager
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- dmcbride@wellesleymazda.com
- 866-455-6675
Hi, my name is Dan McBride and I am the General Sales Manager. I have been in the automotive industry for the last 8 years, the last five of which have been as a sales manager.
I started at Wellesley Mazda in July of 2008 and very much enjoy the family atmosphere shared by employees and customers. My goal is to ensure that all customers get the best level or service, have a great dealership experience, and enjoy a continued relationship with Wellesley Mazda.
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- Greg Flowers
- Internet Sales Manager
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- gflowers@wellesleymazda.com
- 866-455-6675
I started my career at a large Dealer Group where I was just another employee. It wasn't until the past two years while working with the Shaker Auto Group that I saw advancement, which is why I will never leave. When you visit Wellesley Mazda the person greeting you could very well be the owner. The warmth and appreciation of your time will be the same and just like me, you will not want to leave.
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- Alex Kamergorodsky
- Customer Care Coordinator
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- 866-455-6675 ext. 119
Hello! My name is Alexander Kamergorodsky. I was born in Ukraine and graduated from Kharkov State University. I worked for the USSR State Committee for Foreign Economic Relations first in South Yemen and then in India after graduation.
I came to the United States with my family in 1999, and joined Hometown Auto Inc. (now Shaker Auto Group) in 2001 as the Customer Care Coordinator of Wellesley Mazda from day one of its existence, and during all this time I've been Mazda Master Certified.
The top priority of my daily work is to ensure the complete satisfaction of every customer with his or her sales, service and maintenance, car delivery and follow-up experience. We are happy to tell our customers that they are ALWAYS WELCOME at Wellesley Mazda.
My range of interest includes reading, playing tennis, world and American history, numismatics, etc. After coming to this country I've become a great fan of Boston/New England teams, and I consider myself a proud member of the Red Sox-Patriots-Celtics-Bruins and Revolution (NE soccer team) Nation.
Dear friends, Welcome to Wellesley Mazda!
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- Erik Olson
- Service Director
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- eolson@shakerautogroup.com
- 866-455-6679
Hi, my name is Erik Olson. I am the service director for Wellesley Mazda and Framingham Nissan. I have been with the Shaker Group for 5 years.
My love of cars brought me into the automotive business in 1983. I have worked almost every position in the service department, from car wash to shop Forman to Management. At both our locations we strive to give our customers top quality factory trained service. From an employee that has done all aspects of service we exceed my expectations.
Married with three children, I devote as much time as possible to my kid's homework and sports. My wife and I are active in our town's p.t.o and intramural sports.
Please feel free to stop in and say hello when you visit one of our dealerships.
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- John Burke
- Service Manager
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- jburke@wellesleymazda.com
- 866-455-6679 ext. 121
Hello, my name is John Burke. I am the Service Manager for Wellesley Mazda. I have been with the Shaker Auto Group since 2002.
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Technical Management from Wentworth Institute of Technology. I am a Master Certified Service Manager with Mazda since 2003 and have won the Mazda Performance Champion Award for the last 3 years.
Being in the Automotive Industry for over 17 years, I have held various positions with multiple car lines. I started as a Tire Technician and advanced to Service Advisor, Parts Manager, and now as a Service Manager.
I enjoy spending time with my two kids Owen & Olivia. I also enjoy studying the martial arts. My other hobbies include golfing, video games, movies Taekwondo and playing hockey.
My goal is to build a relationship based on trust to provide every customer with a service experience unmatched by other dealers, with the hope of developing loyal customers. I look forward to seeing you at Wellesley Mazda.
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- Chuck Lutz
- Parts Director
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- clutz@wellesleymazda.com
- 781-235-6000
Hi, my name is Chuck Lutz. Presently, I am the parts director for Wellesley Mazda , Cape Cod Mazda and Framingham Nissan. I have been a proud member of the Shaker Auto Group for 6 years. Currently, I hold certifications as a Mazda master parts director as well as a Nissan certified parts manager.
I have been in the automotive industry for 25 years. I hold a degree in Automotive Technology from Franklin Institute in Boston, MA. Prior to that I attended Bentley College for business management.
Married with two children, I enjoy spending free time with my family. I coach both of my children in various sports, football, softball and baseball. Previously, I have coached many sporting programs for both Greater Marlboro Programs and Belmont Recreation athletes training for the Special Olympics. I was on the area board for the Department of Mental Health.Please feel free to stop in and say hello when you visit one of our dealerships, I look forward to meeting you.
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- Jeff Scott
- Parts Manager
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- parts@wellesleymazda.com
- 866-455-6679
Hi, my name is Jeff Scott. I am the parts manager for Wellesley Mazda and have been with the Shaker Auto Group for 6 years. I have recently received my master parts manager certification for 2008. I have been in the auto parts business for 22 years.
I enjoy spending time with my 4 yr old daughter in my free time and my other interests include movies, video games, and reading. Please stop in say hi. I will do my best to answer any questions you may have.
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- Sophi Soun
- Coordinator Team Lead
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- ssoun@shakerautogroup.com
- 781-237-1760
Hello, my name is Sophi. I've been working here as an Internet Sales Coordinator for almost three years, but have been in the car business for six years. I am here to guide you through the internet buying process, make sure your questions are answered and to arrange a visit to meet with our wonderful internet sales manager.
When I am not at work, I enjoy spending time with my family especially with my 2 year old son. I also enjoy traveling and photography.
We look forward to meeting you! Service with a smile!
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- Allie Bonanno
- Internet Sales Coordinator
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- abonanno@shakerautogroup.com
- 781-237-1760
Hi my name is Allie Bonanno. I have been with the Shaker Auto Group for over 2 years now; first starting out as a sales consultant at Wellesley Mazda. Over the past year I have been working as an Internet Coordinator for all the five dealerships that make-up the Shaker Auto Group. I love meeting and assisting new people and I am always more than happy to help with their vehicle search!
Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my two beautiful daughters, Natalia and Tayden, who are 2 ½ and 2 months old. I also love the time I spend with my fiancee, who is the world's best daddy!
If you have any questions or comments, or would like to learn more about Mazda or our dealership, please don't hesitate to call me. I would be more than happy to assist you!
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- Brittanie Allen
- Internet Sales Coordinator
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- ballen@shakerautogroup.com
- 781-237-1760
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- Bill Iannelli
- Sales Consultant
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- biannelli@wellesleymazda.com
- 866-455-6675
I have been a Mazda Master Sales Consultant for the past nine years. I have owned and driven Mazdas for the same period. My experience with the Mazda product and philosophy has made me an enthusiast as well as a more informed senior sales professional.
My experience with the Shaker Family Auto Group began in 2008. I work for a dealership that actively promotes owner loyalty and realizes that repeat business is key to any successful venture. This common sense practice is appreciated by our customers and contributes to my success as well.
I would be pleased to introduce you to the Mazda product and demonstrate how these practices are employed at the Wellesley Mazda Dealership.
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- Wayne Xides
- Sales Consultant
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- wxides@wellesleymazda.com
- 866-455-6675
Hi, my name is Wayne and I am one of your sales consultants at Wellesley Mazda.
I have been in the automotive industry for the past two years, and in the financial industry for the previous 5. Prior to starting my career with Wellesley Mazda, I was an accountant, financial planner and mortgage advisor. While a life behind a desk just wasn't for me, the experience, problem solving and attention to my clients needs and future goals has given me a unique oulook on car sales.
Your vehicles are the second most important asset most people purchase. As such it is important to make a sound and informed decision on what to buy and where to buy from.
Having spent some time with other dealers, I can say without question, Wellesley Mazda fosters a unique enviornment. Low pressure, attention to detail and long term involvement with our clients is exactly what I build upon in the financial industry. Mix that in with a product that inspires excitement and confidence, well, suffice to say I couldn't be happier.
I look forward to seeing you!
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- Eliana Becerra
- Sales Consultant
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- ebecerra@wellesleymazda.com
- 866-455-6675
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- Richard Dinkins
- Sales Consultant
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- rdinkins@wellesleymazda.com
- 866-455-6675
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- Paul Liaknickas
- Sales Consultant
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- pliaknickas@wellesleymazda.com
- 866-455-6675
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- Joe Castoldi
- Sales Consultant
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- jcastoldi@wellesleymazda.com
- 866-455-6675
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- Stephen Acquista
- Sales Consultant
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- sacquista@wellesleymazda.com
- 866-455-6675
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- Alex Gilmore
- Director of Internet Marketing
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- agilmore@shakerautogroup.com
- 781-235-2219
Hi my name is Alex Gilmore and I am the Director of Internet Marketing for Shaker Auto Group. This is my first year with Shaker Auto Group but I have already learned so much and met so many great people that I always look forward to coming into work. I recently attended Bentley University in which I completed their five year program and received my MBA in Management of Operations and Technology.
I really enjoy creating all the social media for our customers and fans to see and also interacting with people through these social media outlets. Additionally, working with Google Analytics and other online tools and applications allows me to constantly keep up-to-date with the online community which is a passion of mine. Other hobbies of mine are watching and blogging about Boston sports, playing basketball, hanging out with friends and being the Undisputed Champion of my Fantasy Football League for two years running.
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