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Denny Gates
General Sales Manager
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Denny Gates grew up at
Gates GMC Buick Nissan. Having worked in all departments, he understands the
dealership and its customers! The family business has been built on
referrals and honest, hard work - caring for the customer and the
employee. There are many family generations that work within the
company, and he has been one of the biggest fans of the Gates Automotive
Group ever since he can remember. Watching this company start with a
whopping 9 employees, it is now 297 teammates strong, and that makes him
very proud! This company and its staff dedicate their lives to serving
others. Denny is pleased to be a part of a great team that shines
inside and out -- from huge fundraising and community involvement, to
caring for the customer as if they were family. In the world of Gates,
everyone is number 1! Please join us & enjoy what so many others
enjoy everyday!
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Ryan brings with him 12 solid
years of experience. Ryan is excited to be part of an outstanding, award
winning organization that makes it happen on a consistent, daily basis.
"We guarantee your experience will be nothing short of 100%, from the
initial greeting to the service after the sale." Ryan is a huge Tennessee Titans fan
as well as an avid cyclist.
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As a 2007 Alumni of The University of
Connecticut where he played rugby, he lived in Mansfield Center for 2
years. Eric now owns a home in New London. He is an avid athlete and
sports fan. Eric is a hometown fan of the New England Patriots, Boston
Celtics and Boston Red Sox, and he will certainly let you know about
it. He has a dog named Champ, and he puts all of his spare time into
him. Eric has been around the business for his entire life, and he has
been playing with cars since he could touch the pedals. He has been
certified in 6 different car manufacturers, so he certainly knows his
stuff. Come in and meet him, he will always go above and beyond, no
matter who you are! |
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Nick Truax
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Business Manager
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Nick Truax has over 10 years of experience in finance and has been with Gates GMC Nissan for 4 years. Nick
will assist you with all your financing needs and works with dozens of
banks to make sure you get the best rates available. He lives in
Brimfield MA with his wife Dawn, daughter Haley and son Tyler. When not
working, you will find Nick on the lake wakeboarding or on his Ford
tractor working in the yard. |
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Adam Trembley
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Business/Sales Manager
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Adam brings many years of automotive experience to Gates GMC Buick Nissan. Come meet Adam today and let him help get you the best financing available on your new vehicle! Already have an auto loan, and would like to Refinance your current loan, Adam will be able to assist you here as well!! |
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Bob has been with Gates
GMC Nissan for 14 years, and he has just recently sold his 2000th unit
here at Gates. Bob also holds the highest customer satisfaction ranking.
"A customer is a precious commodity, if you don't take care of them,
someone else will. |
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Ralph Clement
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Sales & Leasing Consultant
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Ralph came to ECSU in
1980. He loved the area so much, he bought land and built a log home for
his wife, Carol, and daughter Angelika. As far as cars go, Ralph's
father tells him that he wouldn’t stop talking about them at 3yrs old,
and nothing has changed since! He bought his first car at 13 years old; a
1965 Corvair convertible, and sold his first car at age 14. Ralph has
personally owned over 80 vehicles! He lives, eats, and breathes the
automobile. Ralph has been working here at Gates since February of 1988.
He looks forward to selling you your next vehicle; Here at Gates we
have "The right vehicle at the right price!" |
Paul Mazza
Sales & Leasing Consultant
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860-456-0055
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Paul lives in
Storrs, CT for the past 11 years with his wife Christina, daughter Adriana, and
son, Peter. He has 20 years experience in automotive sales with 6 years
at Gates GMC Buick Nissan. Paul is also an avid NY Yankees fan! |
Jeff Kasper
Inventory Manager
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860-456-0055
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- Salesman by day, Rock Star at night!
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Jeff
has been a salesman with Gates GMC Nissan since 2001 and in the past
couple of years taken on the inventory manager position as well. He was
born and raised in Eastford, CT and went to Woodstock Academy before
working in his family's business, Kasper Builders and Kasper
Construction. Even during that time he had ties to Gates. Every year the
business would purchase a new vehicle and personal vehicles for the
family. His first vehicle purchase was a 1987 GMC S-15 from Gates when
we first opened our doors. After an injury Jeff opened his own
dealership, Minuteman Emergency Vehicles, in Southbridge, MA. Still
keeping his ties to Gates, purchasing chassis for ambulance conversions.
Even
with the long hours he spends at the dealership, he has time for his
passion of music, playing in a local cover band "Bad Dog". You'll find
him blazing on a guitar and singing his heart our on the weekends. If
you get a chance, check him out.
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Jay Handfield
Sales & Leasing Consultant
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860-456-0055
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When
folks in the Windham area think of purchasing a vehicle, one of the
first names that comes to mind is Jay Handfield. Jay has been in the
automotive business for over 20 years and has built a solid reputation
as someone you can trust to get you a great deal and to make sure you
are completely satisfied after the sale. Prior to the car business Jay
and his dad, J.Remy Handfield owned and operated Remy’s, a sandwich shop
located in beautiful downtown Willimantic. Jay resides in Windham
Center with his lovely bride Linda, and this year they will be
celebrating 35 years of marriage. They have two daughters, Megan and
Shana, who live in the area, and they enjoy spending time with their two
grandchildren, ages 2 years and 4 months. Jay invites his friends and
previous customers to stop by and see him for all of their automotive needs.
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James Satalino lives in
Chaplin, CT. When he started working for this company in 2003, he was
stocking shelves in the parts department! A lot has changed since then,
but the principals are the same, hard work and dedication equal happy
customers and proud owners. He will personally make sure that you enjoy
your experience here at Gates GMC Nissan.
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Tomas is one of our newest additions to the Gates
GMC Nissan Buick. He has been in the business for 5 years now and loves
to see the customer smile. When Tomas is not at work, he enjoys playing
with his dog, taking long walks on the beach, and skiing in the winter.
Come see Tomas today for all your auto needs! |
Paul Bacon
Sales & Leasing Consultant
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860-456-0055 |
Paul grew up in the
Windham area. He entered the auto business in 1989, after returning to
the area from serving in the US Coast Guard and US Air force. He now
resides in Mansfield with his wife, Shannon, and two boys, PJ and Nate.
Paul welcomes all his previous customers to come and see him about any
automotive needs. |
Brian Philips
Sales & Leasing Consultant
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860-456-0055 |
Brian has lived in the Windham area his whole
life. He attended Windham High School and graduated from Eastern
Connecticut State University with his degree in communications. Brian is
an avid angler and also loves to spend his summers at his family’s
cottage in Maine. In his free time he enjoys spending time on the water
on his jet skis and watching the New England Patriots win on Sundays.
Come down and meet him, he will do whatever it takes to make your car
buying experience a great one. |
Chad Rivernider
Sales & Leasing Consultant
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860-456-0055 |
Chad has been in the auto business for a few years. Come on down to Gates and let Chad show you the vehicle of your dreams. |
Nathan Rameaka
Sales & Leasing Consultant
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860-456-0055 |
Nate was born and raised in Mansfield, CT and now resides in South Windham. He attended E.O. Smith High School and then went to Quinnipiac University where he studied videography. When Nate is not working he enjoys doing video editing, singing karaoke, and hiking in the great outdoors. Nathan has been in the industry for 1 year now, and looks forward to making your car buying experience go as smooth as possible. Come on down to Gates GMC Buick Nissan today and come see Nate!
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Doug Bertone
Sales & Leasing Consultant
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860-456-0055 |
Doug is brand new to the auto industry. He grew up right here in North Windham. Doug owned a restaurant for 10 years in Stafford Springs and now is here to serve your auto needs. Come down to Gates GMC Buick Nissan and see Doug today! |
Tom Pearson
Purchasing Consultant
860-634-1224 Cell
860-456-0055 Office |
A recent business grad from ECSU with a passion for anything
automotive. Give Tom a call today and he will get you a price on your vehicle! |