To bring some well-deserved attention to those nominated for Recognition, we are going to be publishing the names and kudos of those stellar employees on the intranet. Below are the employees who have been nominated this week.
They will all be eligible to win the $25.00, $50.00, $100.00 gift cards, or a day of PTO at the end of the month. To submit Recognition, go to your Paylocity app and click “Give Recognition” on the Home Page or log in on a PC and go to the “Recognition and Rewards” tab and select “Give Recognition”. Here you will fill out who you would like to recognize, write a message, and choose a badge, then submit. It’s that easy and you can submit as much Recognition as you would like!
Aimee Johnson, recognized by Madison Kipfer 7/24: I appreciate your help with my title and mileage issue, you always come through!
AJ Springer, recognized by Eric Bellwood on 7/25: AJ has been actively pursuing new wholesale customers for the CDJR division, and his efforts have yielded positive results!
Paul Coy, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/25: Wayne E Walls said, “Wonderful employees working there, wonderful experience!” 5 stars, great job!
Alex Echenoz, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/25: Velma Majors said, “It was easy and the gentleman explained everything. They kept us updated with text and even sent a video if the inspection to view. Would highly recommend.” 5 stars, great job.
Carlos Urrutia, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/25: Dale M Wyss said, “Carlos was our service manager. He was helpful and answered questions.” 5 stars, great job.
Landon Enyeart, recognized by Ethan Grubbs on 7/25: Thanks to you and your team for keeping us flowing well at recon this week! We appreciate the speedy service and support!!
Nicholas Bucher, recognized by Ethan Grubbs on 7/25: Thank you for helping us keep the steady flow of trades over at the recon center, and even helping deliver units here when needed! Your attention to detail is greatly appreciated and does not go unnoticed! Thank you!
Mat Peters, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/25: Bill Davis Ewing said, “All went well.” 5 stars, great job!
Zachary Washington, recognized by Kevin Flinn on 7/25: Just wanted to say thank you for the awesome job you have been doing at BMW F&I. Really appreciate your efforts.
Justin Hardman, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/25: Jerry L Simon said, “Excellent Service!😜” 5 stars, and an emoji! Good work.
Justin Hardman, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/25: Larry L Stange said, “Excellent and timely service as always.” 5 stars, good job.
Mat Peters, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/25: Melody M Braun said, “Great customer service” 5 stars, good job.
Mat Peters, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/25: 5 stars from Melissa Hile! Good job.
Jake Loggins, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/25: Betty Marlene Sipe said, “Appointment was handled very professionally & completed in a timely manner.” 5 star review, great job.
Paul Coy, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/25: Donald E Marvar said, “As always, on time and work was completed as planned.” 5 stars, good work.
Cade Fitzpatrick, recognized by Tyler Montgomery on 7/26: Thank you for taking a phone up after hours on Saturday and then coming back and selling the unit!
Derek Trump, Rick Tomlinson, Myles Chandler, and Ka Le Lot La, recognized by Ethan Grubbs on 7/28: Thank you all for a smooth week! I appreciate the help and support! It did not go unnoticed!
Jason Hulwick, recognized by Mike Nackers on 7/28: Daryl Martin said “Went according to expectation.” in his latest 5-star review. Thanks for taking great care of our customers!
Mat Peters, recognized by Mike Nackers on 7/28: Melody Braun said “Great customer service” in her latest 5-star review. Nice work!
Mat Peters, recognized by Mike Nackers on 7/28: Melissa Hile gave you 5 out of 5 stars for her latest service visit. Awesome!
Carlos Urrutia and Andy Manor, recognized by Mike Nackers on 7/28: Dale Wyss said “Carlos was our service manager. He was helpful and answered questions” in his latest 5-star review. Great teamwork!
Mat Peters, recognized by Mike Nackers on 7/28: Bill Davis said “All went well.” in his latest 5-star review. Nicely done!
Cade Fitzpatrick, recognized by Marilyn Perdaems on 7/28: I wanted to take a moment to recognize Cade Fitzpatrick for going above and beyond on Saturday, July 27th! At 4:15 PM, I received a call in the BDC from a customer who was near our Decatur location and eager to purchase a vehicle that very day. I informed them that the dealership had already closed at 4:00 PM, but I didn’t want KAG to miss out on this fantastic opportunity. I reached out to the Sales Ring Group, and Cade answered. Even though he had already left for the day, he immediately said he wasn’t far and would turn around to head back to the store. Thanks to Cade’s incredible commitment and swift response, he was able to meet with the customer and successfully seal the deal! This is a shining example of the kind of dedication that drives results and keeps our customers coming back for more. Thank you, Cade, for your outstanding service!
Andy Manor, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/28: Daniel T Brooks said, “The service department works extremely hard.” 5 stars, good job.
Jacob Click, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/28: Mose Cobbins said, “It was fantastic” 5 stars, good job.
Jason Hulwick, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/28: Daryl L Martin said, “Went according to expectation.” 5 stars, good job.
Ashley Dewaelsche, recognized by Sarah Garvin on 7/28: Ashley sold an XM to a customer who flew in Saturday from PA. They were impressed with her customer service and told her they buy a BMW every year and would like to make it a yearly thing. She provided them with meal options and things to do in Fort Wayne, picked them up from their hotel, and purchased some Cookie Cottage cookies for them with the image of the XM on the icing. She went above and beyond and it stood out to the customer!
Andy Manor, recognized by Mike Nackers on 7/28: Daniel Brooks said “The service department works extremely hard.” in his latest 5-star review. Awesome job!
Aimee Johnson, recognized by Madison Kipfer on 7/28: Thanks for getting paper from the back! You are amazing!
Adam Mayflower, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/29: Nancy L Fields said, “Oil change plus conditioner put in, tire rotation done as needed and finally my tires were checked and proper inflation done.” 5 stars, good work.
Carlos Urrutia, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/29: Brigitte L Ford said, “Everyone was so nice. The service was done promptly and it was done quicker than I thought. The service tech answered all questions.” 5 stars, great job.
Jake Loggins, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/30: Mark Cobb said, “Got me in and out without any problems!” 5 star review, great job!
Justin Hardman, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/30: Shelbie A Post said, “Everything well done!” 5 star review.
Zach Wakefield, Alex Habel, and Zachary Rossi, recognized by Ethan Grubbs on 7/30: Thanks for helping with our key issue yesterday! And thank you for getting us the key punch kit. That was a life saver!
Adam Mayflower, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/31: Dave Gross said, “Adam Mayflower is a terrific service advisor!” 5 stars, great job!
Carlos Urrutia, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/31: Lisa D Beber said, “Always great service.” 5 stars, great job.
Mat Peters, recognized by Steve Vachon on 7/31: Julia A Myers said, “Service complete in a decent time, friendly staff.” 5 stars, good work.
Jennifer Lauer, recognized by Jennifer Waikel on 8/1: Thank you for helping sticker the deals! We appreciate the help!
Aimee Johnson, recognized by Jennifer Waikel on 8/1: Thank you for helping pull the titles for our stack of deals! We appreciate the help!
Katie Bohde, recognized by Jennifer Waikel on 8/1: Thank you for helping keep us together in the last 2 weeks!
Mat Peters, recognized by Steve Vachon on 8/1: Melody Mcintosh said, “Mat is an excellent Service Advisor and your mechanic guys are exceptional as well.” 5 stars, great job.
Devon Turk, recognized by Steve Vachon on 8/1: Larry L Lents said, “Always good.” and gave you a 5 star review, well done!
Mat Peters, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/1/2025: Melody Mcintosh said, “Mat is an excellent Service Advisor and your mechanic guys are exceptional as well.” 5 stars, great job.
Mason Hostetler by Stephen Vachon 8/1/2025: Neil J Farley said, “Well great!!” Not really, he actually said, “Most excellent!!!” Great job Mason, 5 stars!
Devon Turk, recognized by Michael Nackers 8/1/2025: Larry Lents said “Always good” in his latest 5-star review. Great job!
Kenny Erhard, recognized by Tyler Montgomery on 8/1: I just want to thank Kenny, on the last day of July he spun 9 fresh deals here in Decatur and sacraficed his family time so our team could reach their sales goals. I really appreciate Kenny and all he does for our team here in Decatur. Kenny was here with me until 10:45 PM. Absolutely amazing!
Mat Peters, recognized by Michael Nackers on 8/1/2025: Melody Mcintosh said “Mat is an excellent Service Advisor and your mechanic guys are exceptional as well.” in her latest 5-star review. Awesome!
Mat Peters, recognized by Michael Nackers on 8/1/2025: Julia Myers said “Service complete in a decent time, friendly staff” in her latest 5-star review. Keep up the good work!
Adam Mayflower, recognized by Michael Nackers on 8/1/2025: Dave Gross said “Adam Mayflower is a terrific service advisor!” in his latest 5-star review. Nicely done!
Tommy Dent, recognized by Ryan Miser 8/1/2025: Thanks for coming down and spending time to figure out our phone logistics, as well as getting everyone in the right spots.
Ace Contreras Higgins, recognized by Ryan Miser 8/1/2025: Thanks for the extra help in getting our remote lifts back up and running.
Jeffery Pattee, recognized by Ryan Miser 8/1/2025: Jeff you have been outstanding this past month and beyond. With being short handed and a heavy work load. You’ve been outstanding with all the challenges that we have faced each day. Thank you!
Carlos Urrutia, recognized by Michael Nackers 8/1/2025: Lisa Beber said “Always great service.” in her latest 5-star review. Great job!
Carlos Urrutia, recognized by Michael Nackers 8/1/2025: Jeffery Reed said “Best service ever, I unexpectedly had some engine issues that were going to leave me without a vehicle for a week. I reached out to my advisor Carlos and within 15 minutes he called me back with a free loaner vehicle. I went to pick it up after work and everyone was very helpful and professional.” in his latest 5-star review. Great work!
Nathanael Day, recognized by Ryan Miser 8/1/2025: Thanks for all the extra efforts this past month. We’ve been short handed in the medium duty shop. You’ve came in early and stayed late to help with heavy work load.
Brad Eichelberger, recognized by Ryan Miser 8/1/2025: We’ve been short staffed and have worked through many absences. Brad you have been very helpful in moving around to help out at each store when needed. Thank you!
Alex Echenoz, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/4/2025: Gail A Hamm said, “I waited for service to complete oil change & tire rotation in comfortable surroundings. Work was completed in time stated.” 5 stars, good job.
Alexander Tussing, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/4/2025: Cynthia Vautaw said, “Alex Tussing is an excellent service rep. He stayed in contact with me letting me know the progress during service.” 5 stars, great job.
Jason Hulwick, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/4/2025: Kay Mills said, “Friendly, clean, and efficient. Easy to set up appointment.” 5 stars, great job.
Mat Peters, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/4/2025: Tim Murphy said, “My experience was seamless and user friendly.” 5 stars, great job.
Jake Loggins, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/4/2025: Nicholas J Blackmore said, “On time as promised” 5 stars, good job.
Jason Hulwick, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/4/2025: Peter J Riecke said, “Was greeted as soon as we pulled in. Enjoyed the customer lounge and the coffee. Everyone was fast and efficient.” 5 stars, great job.
Andy Manor, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/4/2025: Mike Landis said, “I liked it because they were honest with me and yes I recommend them to anyone.” Great job, 5 stars!
Jake Loggins, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/4/2025: Cathy Burgess said, “It was very nice and clean. People were friendly and knowledgeable. Kept me up to date on status of vehicle.” 5 stars, good work.
Mat Peters, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/4/2025: Judith C Middleton said, “Professional. Courteous. Respectful of my time. Plus, delicious coffee. 😊” 5 stars, good job!”
Justin Hardman, recognized by Zach Wakefeild 8/5/2025: Thank you for helping parts out last night by picking up a part on your way home. Much appreciated!
Mat Peters, recognized by Michael Nackers 8/5/2025: Judith Middleton said “Professional. Courteous. Respectful of my time. Plus, delicious coffee.” in her latest 5-star review. Nicely done!
Mat Peters, recognized by Michael Nackers 8/5/2025: Tim Murphy said “My experience was seamless and user friendly” in his latest 5-star review. Great job!
Jason Hulwick, recognized by Michel Nackers 8/5/2025: Kay Mills said, “Clean, accurate time suggestion, great explanation of needs.” 5 stars, and great customer feedback! Well done!
Justin Hardman, recognized by Ethan Grubbs 8/5/2025: Justin went outside of work hours to pick up a part from New Haven for his customer to help get them back up and running. Way to go above and beyond!
Jason Hulwick, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/5/2025: Jay A Smith said, “Just an oil change, tire rotation, new wiper blades and some filter work. Took a little longer than normal but the work was still up to par. Always happy with the work of their staff.” Great job, and awesome selling! 5 stars on a $401.75 oil change ticket! Well done.
Mat Peters, recognized by Michael Nackers 8/5/2025: Karen Isbell said “Friendly staff” in her latest 5-star review. Awesome job!
Jason Hulwick, recognized by Michael Nackers 8/5/2025: Peter Riecke said “Was greeted as soon as we pulled in. Enjoyed the customer lounge and the coffee. Everyone was fast and efficient” in his latest 5-star review. Awesome job!
Jacob Dickmeyer, recognized by Matthew Getty 8/5/2025: Jacob did the entire sales process steps 1-6 for another sales consultant on their day off. Jacob delivered the vehicle and the customer left with a smile. Good job Jacob!
Henry Ngosa, recognized by Ethan Grubbs 8/6/2025: Thank you for getting that Sierra spare mounted so quickly to help the customer get on her way! She was very appreciative!!
Crystal Barnhill, recognized by Kevin Brooks 8/6/2025: Thanks for stepping up and taking such good care of the VOLVO parts department while I was on vacation.
David Echenoz, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/6/2025: Nicholas Krajewski said, “WENT WELL THANKS”. 5 stars, great job.
Joshua Espinosa, recognized by Tommy Dent 8/6/2025: Josh has been extremely active and engaging in the CRM. He has been awesome at collaborating with the BDC and his July performance proved it’s effectiveness. GREAT job!
Brandon Dalbey, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/6/2025: Sonya Byrd said, “Brandon is very kind, thoughtful professional, and very helpful with getting my vehicle in and out in a timely manner.” Great feedback, 5 stars. Great job.
Alex Echenoz, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/6/2025: Nicholas Krajewski said, “WENT WELL THANKS” 5 stars, great job.
Devon Turk, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/6/2025: Sherryll Martinez said, “Friendly and courteous” 5 stars, great job.
Alexander Tussing, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/6/2025: John Byer said, “I really enjoyed the service I got from here. They were professional and they treated me with the upmost respect. Thanks” Great feedback, and 5 stars, great job!
Jason Hulwick, recognized by Michael Nackers 8/7/2025: Jay Smith said “Just an oil change, tire rotation, new wiper blades and some filter work. Took a little longer than normal but the work was still up to par. Always happy with the work of their staff.” in his latest 5-star review. Great job!
Payton Waling, recognized by Sarah Garvin 8/7/2025: Payton came to the BMW store to help a client look at an X4. She came fully prepared to do her job and help the customer. I appreciated how she did everything exactly the way she was taught from the discovery sheet to the trade appraisal to presenting numbers. Unfortunately the X4 was out of their budget, but I am confident she will sell them something. I enjoyed working with her and appreciated her preparedness!
Brandon Dalbey, recognized by Michael Nackers 8/7/2025: Gerald Touchet said “Very attentive and service done quickly.” in his latest 5-star review. Nicely done!
Jason Hulwick, recognized by Michael Nackers 8/7/2025: Kay Mills said “Clean, accurate time suggestion, great explanation of needs.” in her latest 5-star review. Keep up the good work!
Brandon Dalbey, recognized by Michael Nackers 8/7/2025: Sonya Byrd said “Brandon is very kind, thoughtful professional, and very helpful with getting my vehicle in and out in a timely manner.” in her latest 5-star review. Great job!
Devon Turk, recognized by Michael Nackers 8/7/2025: Sherryll Martinez said “Friendly and courteous” in her latest 5-star review. Awesome!
Alex Echenoz, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/7/2025: Dianne D Dykstra said, “They were able to fit me in for an oil change which I didn’t have an appointment for. I was in & out in about 30 minutes!” 5 stars, great job.
Alex Echenoz, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/7/2025: Mark Anderson said, “Very helpful and friendly. I dropped my car off before it’s appt. Time. Wasn’t a problem. Great place!” 5 stars, great job.
Brandon Dalbey, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/7/2025: Gerald M Touchet said, “Very attentive and service done quickly.” 5 stars, good job.
Garrett Maish, recognized by Devon Turk 8/7/2025: Thanks for all your help in the drive!
Jason Norris, recognized by Devon Turk 8/7/2025: Thanks for always looking out for your team!
Adam Mayflower, recognized by Devon Turk 8/7/2025: Thanks for always sharing your knowledge with me!
Michael Nackers, recognized by Devon Turk 8/7/2025: Thanks for always getting vehicles into the shop and helping out where needed!
Mat Peters, recognized by Stephen Vachon 8/7/2025: Philip Kurtz said, “Good job in good time. Very professional staff.” 5 star review, good job.
Ethan Grubbs, recognized by Zach Wakefield 8/7/2025: Thank you for helping me find that report!
Kelli Wiley, recognized by Zach Wakefield 8/7/2025: Thank you for taking that customer and helping her with the key fob battery when we had a line at the front window. You were a big help!
Craig McGinnis Jr., recognized by Matthew Getty 8/7/2025: Craig completed steps 1-6 and sold a car for another consultant on their day off. Thanks for being a team player!