Meet Our Staff

Favorite Vehicle: 1969 Pontiac GTO "Judge"

Hobbies and Interests: I grew up not too far from here in Grosse Pointe Woods and I grew up going on Lake St. Clair. I like to go on boat rides around the lake, and grew up fishing on it as well. As far as freshwater lakes are concerned, it has it all! I also have recently taken up golf. I have a ways to go, but progress is being made so that keeps me coming back.

Favorite Quote: "Lead, follow, or get out of the way!" – Lee Iacocca

Fun Fact: My grandfather used to work nearby at the GM Tech Center so I have roots going back to GM a couple of generations back.

Favorite Vehicle: Chevy Silverado

Hobbies and Interests: In my free time, you can find me on the lake or looking for my ball in the woods at a golf course.

Favorite Quote: "You only live once, but if you live right, once is enough!"

Fun Fact: I am one of eight current or former car salesmen in my family!

Favorite Vehicle: The next one I'm selling!

Hobbies and Interests: Writing employee bios and taking them VERY seriously!

Favorite Quote: "Zach, stop that" – My Wife, and "Eat, eat!" – My 1 ½ year old daughter

Fun Fact: Every time I re-take my employee picture, it comes out worse. Worst superpower, ever!

Anything Else You Would Like to Add: I tried copy/pasting the entirety of "The Odyssey" by Homer and it made my email crash because it was too long

Favorite Vehicle: Tahoe RST

Hobbies and Interests: My boyfriend and I love taking our children to experience new things and places! Newly obsessed with golf! Anything Detroit sports, especially the Lions!

Favorite Quote: "Everyone on earth is doing the best they can with the wisdom they have. So it's important to keep learning so you can keep growing."

Fun Fact: I have my Captain's License and used to Captain and 1st mate Yachts—some as large as 82'—down to the world’s only floating post office! I own my face painting business and graduated with a radio broadcast degree!

Anything Else You Would Like to Add: I started in this business at 17 as a receptionist and knew I wanted to be in this business... here I am 23 years later because I truly love what I do. I love helping people, especially the ones who are nervous, because if I can change your mind on what a "car salesperson" means to you, then I have done my job :)

Favorite Vehicle: CHEVY SS

Hobbies & Interests: I love trying new foods/restaurants when I travel and walleye fishing in the early Spring. In the summer I'm golfing with the boys—we try to play a new course every weekend. I found when you deal with people all day, sometimes the best hobbies are the ones that get you away from everything. Once the summer is over it's all about THE Detroit Lions!

Favorite Quote: "Every day above ground is a good day"

Fun Fact About Yourself: I golf lefty but I write right handed

Anything Else You Would Like to Include: We're the #1 Chevy dealership 5x in a row for a reason! Let me show you why everyone prefers to deal with us!

Favorite Vehicle: Chevrolet Tahoe

Hobbies and Interests: Boating, going up north, spending time with friends & family

Favorite Quote: “Life is Short, Enjoy It”

Fun Fact: I graduated with a bachelor's degree in human resources. After graduation, I began selling cars and realized my true passion.

Favorite Vehicle: Silverado

Sales Approach: I am proud to be going into my 10th year of car sales, all here at Serra Chevrolet (Buff Whelan). I am here to help you navigate the sales process at your leisure. High pressure sales tactics are not my vibe. I value your time and want you to spend as little time here at the dealership as possible. Of course I welcome in-person appointments, however my customers find it simple and convenient to shop, price and submit documents all through text, email or a phone call. All you have to do is swing by to pick up your new vehicle!

Hobbies and Interests: Vacationing places that are warm, drinking large amounts of coffee, chasing my tiny humans around, cooking with a nice glass of wine.

Anything Else You Would Like to Add: I am a University of Tennessee Alumni (Go Vols!) and I am proud of my husband’s work in the community as a police officer.

Favorite Vehicle: 67 Convertible Volkswagen Beetle Bug

Hobbies & Interests: Enjoying my family, especially my LIFE, Rebecca Eve, Traveling, playing poker, swimming, and providing the 23yr old "Bill Reed Experience" to as many people I can.

Favorite Quote: BE GREAT OR BE NOTHING!

Fun Fact About Yourself: My Grandfather, Ivey Lloyd Leftwich, was a Tuskegee Airmen. My 6 children have never eaten Meatloaf and Chitlins, per me!! LOL!.

Favorite Vehicle: 1964 Chevrolet Impala

Hobbies & Interests: I don't have hobbies-- I have children. But if chaos management was a sport, I'd be an Olympian.

Favorite Quote: "I'm not bossy, I just have better ideas" - Tina Fey

Fun Fact About Yourself: I'm a beekeeper. Yes, like actual honeybees.

Favorite Vehicle: Chevrolet Tahoe

Hobbies & Interests: Hanging out with Max, Motorcycles

Favorite Quote: "This is very wholesome, thanks for mentioning me in your bio, dad." – Max Trotto

Fun Fact About Yourself: I have a vast knowledge of facts!

Favorite Vehicle: 1970 Chevy Chevelle SS 454. Pure Vintage Detroit Muscle.

Hobbies & Interests: I am very involved being a part of both my sons' travel baseball teams. We are proud to be a part of Michigan's largest youth baseball organization, The Motor City Hit Dogs. Watching my own boys play all over the country, and also helping mentor other kids prosper in my humble opinion the greatest game ever created brings me great joy.

Favorite Quote: This is tough, I have two. "Treat people the way you would expect to be treated." "True leaders don't create followers, they create more leaders."

Fun Fact About Yourself: My wife and kids surprised me with Detroit Tigers Fantasy Camp. Greatest gift I could ever ask for, and in my first at bat I just missed a home run to deep left center field off the wall. I swear it happened; I have video to prove it. Not bad for pushing 50, right?

Anything Else You Would Like to Include: Being a husband of a wonderful caring Nurse, I have the utmost respect for all of our first responders, retired or active military, anyone in the medical field, or anyone else that risks their lives day in and day out for others. Without your hard work and dedication there is no us.

Favorite Vehicle: Oscar Mayer Wienermobile

Hobbies & Interests: Hunting, fishing, boating, biking, shooting, bonfires, and good times with great friends.

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Fun Fact About Yourself: I am the runt of the litter.

Anything Else You Would Like to Include: Make sure you make time to stop to smell the roses because one day you won't be able to.

Favorite Vehicle: 1969–1972 K5 Blazer

Hobbies & Interests: Grilling, cooking, spending time with good friends and family, and I have never met a beach on the west coast of Michigan I didn't like.

Favorite Quote: "In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity."

Fun Fact About Yourself: Carried the Olympic Torch

Favorite Vehicle: 1984 IROC Z

Hobbies & Interests: Weight-lifting, gardening, buying ridiculous coats for my dogs, nature hikes, road trips, podcasts.

Favorite Quote: "I'm old and I'm thankful for it!" – Tom Bechtell

Fun Fact About Yourself: I was voted most likely to be late to my own funeral in my senior yearbook.

Favorite Vehicle: Chevrolet Silverado RST

Hobbies & Interests: We are blessed at Serra Whelan Chevrolet in Sterling Heights and since I get more free time compared to previous jobs in the past, I'm able to enjoy playing golf and watching many other sports. I like to play Texas Hold'em, BBQ, and have a bonfire with friends. Also enjoy hanging out with the family, especially my nephew.

Favorite Quote: "PROGRESS IS A PROCESS".

Fun Fact About Yourself: I'm a Godfather of 2 boys and my first car was a '95 Camaro.

Anything Else You Would Like to Include: Serra Group is by far the Best #1.

Favorite Vehicle: Camaro

Hobbies & Interests: Fishing, and hanging out with friends and family.

Favorite Quote: You do not find the happy life, you make it.

Fun Fact About Yourself: I'm an only child.

Favorite Vehicle: Chevy Camaro ZL1

Hobbies & Interests: Going to any sport events, working out, being with family and friends, cooking, golfing, traveling.

Favorite Quote: "Dedication makes dreams come true." - Kobe Bryant

Fun Fact About Yourself: I love Miami, Florida, so my nickname here is "Miami Joe".

Favorite Vehicle: Bel Air

Hobbies & Interests: I love to travel, go to the gym, and spend time with my family and friends.

Favorite Quote: "Make good choices" - Emily Sand and my mom

Fun Fact About Yourself: I am originally from West Michigan and have interned for Disney World.

Favorite Vehicle: Chevy Blazer

Hobbies & Interests: Sitting on the couch with a good snack and a fuzzy blanket and binge-watching a show/movie

Favorite Quote: "If I don't have some cake soon I might die" - Stanley Hudson

Fun Fact About Yourself: I've rewatched The Office an unhealthy amount of times

Anything Else You Would Like to Add: My husband does have an unhealthy amount of model cars and Hot Wheels, I promise

Favorite Vehicle: Chevy Blazer!!

Hobbies & Interests: Golf and long walks with my wife and dog Max!!

Favorite Quote: "The wind does not affect a well struck golf ball"

Fun Fact About Yourself: I am a great cook!!

Anything Else You Would Like to Include: This year marks 24 years in retail auto sales!!

Favorite Vehicle: 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution

Hobbies & Interests: Disc golf, skating, snowboarding, crafting, tennis, biking, camping, kayaking, dog walking, video games, reading books, gardening, getting lost, music festivals, drinking kombucha, flea and farmers market shopping, and hammocking

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Fun Fact About Yourself: Half my teeth are fake (snowboarding accident—one of three near-death experiences)

Anything Else You Would Like to Include: Pitbulls are not criminals. In fact, "pitbull" is a blanket term that covers a wide variety of bully and terrier breeds

Favorite Vehicle: C8 Corvette and Harley Davidson Motorcycles

Hobbies & Interests: Touring the country on my motorcycle and fishing for smallmouth bass

Favorite Quote: Live Free and Ride Hard

Fun Fact About Yourself: Avid freshwater aquarist

Favorite Vehicle: Suburban

Hobbies & Interests: Anything sports related, woodworking, tinkering and fixing things around the house.

Favorite Quote: “Inspect what you expect”

Favorite Vehicle: Corvette ZR1, Porsche 911 Turbo S

Hobbies & Interests: Traveling with my fiancée, cars, working out, basketball, cooking

Favorite Quote: "Losers make excuses, winners make it happen"  |  "Wealth is of the heart and mind, not the pocket"

Fun Fact About Yourself: I enjoy working on/modifying my cars, and have an infatuation with cars from the 90s/early 2000s

Anything Else You Would Like to Add: I am a comedian in my own mind, and love to entertain/make people laugh. I use a lot of sarcasm, and almost always have a smile on my face :D

Favorite Vehicle: Chevy Silverado

Hobbies & Interests: Bowling, playing softball, watching sports.

Favorite Quote: It is what it is.

Fun Fact About Yourself: I have bowled two 300 games.

Anything Else You Would Like to Include: I have a husky named Nova and love traveling with my wife.

Favorite Vehicle: My Chevy Blazer!

Hobbies & Interests: Thrifting, frozen custard from Erma's, boating, gardening and maintaining my half-acre yard, riding my bike, and baking treats!

Favorite Quote: "What matters most is how well you walk through the fire." - Charles Bukowski

Fun Fact About Yourself: I am the Marketplace selling queen

Anything Else You Would Like to Include: I have two children who are my whole world

Favorite Vehicle: '92 Jeep Wrangler YJ Sahara (aka the Jeep from Jurassic Park)

Hobbies & Interests: Reading, cross stitching, and going to the gun range.

Favorite Quote: "Men's eyes were made to look, and let them gaze; I will not budge for no man's pleasure, I" - Mercutio, Romeo and Juliet: Act III, Scene I

Fun Fact About Yourself: Loud & proud Buckeye fan (even though I was born & raised in Michigan!)

Anything Else You Would Like to Include: According to Gone in 60 Seconds, the vehicle nicknamed Madeline is a 1959 Cadillac El Dorado

Favorite Vehicle: 1997 Geo Tracker

Hobbies & Interests: Soccer, video games, beer, and Michigan

Favorite Quote: Life’s a garden, dig it

Fun Fact About Yourself: I can eat 5 hot dogs, bun and all, in 1 minute and 13 seconds

Favorite Vehicle: 1966 Mustang Convertible

Hobbies & Interests: Spending time with family and friends, roller blading, euchre, nature walks.

Favorite Quote: “Everyone is going through something, be patient & kind.”

Fun Fact About Yourself: I have been sky diving, white water rafting, scuba diving, and in a hot air balloon ride (my favorite)!

Favorite Vehicle: 1961 Ferrari 250 GT California Spyder

Hobbies & Interests: Visiting the Art Institute of Chicago, going to Cubs games, and never missing the Von Steuben Day parade

Favorite Quote: “Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.”

Fun Fact About Yourself: Wilford Brimley was only 51 when he starred in Cocoon

Anything Else You Would Like to Include: I really like movies

Favorite Vehicle: Ford GT (Ford vs. Ferrari)

Hobbies & Interests: Grandkids, sports, cars, and church.

Favorite Quote: "As for me and my family we will serve the Lord."

Fun Fact About Yourself: I've had 2 hole-in-ones in golf. I enjoy beating the family at golf and bowling.

Anything Else You Would Like to Add: I also like the Silverado, Camaro, and Tahoe

Favorite Vehicle: SRT Chrysler 300 (if they made it in purple)

Hobbies & Interests: Boating, traveling with my family, and a small obsession with Broadway musicals.

Favorite Quote: “If it were easy, then anyone could do it” – Joe Barnes (my Dad)

Fun Fact About Yourself: I made my husband buy his Harley Davidson after we won playing Keno (right after looking at the bike for the 11th time). We enjoy riding!

Anything Else You Would Like to Add: I am a retired math teacher and along with loving my part-time gig here at Serra, I volunteer as the Vice Chair for the Anchor Bay Community Foundation.

Favorite Vehicle: Jeep Wrangler with the top OFF!

Hobbies & Interests: Anything the summer has to offer… concerts, baseball games, patios, beaches, boats and so on

Favorite Quote: If nothing goes right, go left…

Fun Fact About Yourself: I like to be in the Thanksgiving Day Parade. Did you see me holding the Optimus Prime balloon?

Anything Else You Would Like to Add: I am not allowed at family functions without my Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats.

Favorite Vehicle: My Camaro RS, that my husband surprised me with one day.

Hobbies & Interests: Spending time with my family, music, and bowling.

Favorite Quote: “It is what it is.”

Fun Fact About Yourself: I enjoy spending my weekends at home with my husband, kids, and grandbabies—having dinners together, baking cookies, and playing all the games with the grandbabies.

Anything Else You Would Like to Add: I am so thankful to have God in my life, who has blessed me with a wonderful husband, 2 fabulous children, and 3 adorable grandchildren. I have also been blessed with a job I enjoy doing. I have been working for the number one Chevrolet dealership for over a decade now, so whether you call us or come on down, I will be happy to assist you any way I can!

Favorite Vehicle: My 2022 Tahoe Z71 lovingly named Satan

Hobbies & Interests: Snowmobiling, visiting a casino, a good true murder podcast, and a strong cocktail.

Favorite Quote: “Put it to policy.”

Favorite Vehicle: Good Humor Ice Cream Truck

Hobbies & Interests: Golf, sporting events, concerts.

Favorite Quote: "If you ain't first, you're last" – Ricky Bobby

Fun Fact About Yourself: I made the local 4 news commercial for the Detroit Lions.

Anything Else You Would Like To Include: Big Oregon Ducks fan, looking forward to seeing them beat Michigan at the Big House.

Favorite Vehicle: Anything made by Rauh-Welt Begriff

Hobbies & Interests: Bowling, fishing, and martial arts

Favorite Quote: It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live. – Albus Dumbledore

Fun Fact About Yourself: In my teens I traveled the US competing in karate tournaments. I won the Michigan state championship and at one point, I was nationally ranked.

Anything Else You Would Like to Include: I am an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Looking forward to December 21st to see them whoop on the Lions!

Favorite Vehicle: Stingray or Mustang

Hobbies & Interests: Spending time with friends and family, taking care of my pups: Bailey and Cinnamon, going anywhere up north, boating, going to Detroit sporting events.

Favorite Quote: “Treat others as you would like to be treated – we are all in this together!”

Fun Fact About Yourself: I started working in the automotive world many years ago (sigh) when I was in high school, by mowing the lawn at the first dealership I worked at—was hired on the spot by the owner before he had an open position for me. Have stayed in the automotive world ever since.

Favorite Vehicle: Chevy Tahoe

Hobbies & Interests: I love watching my son play all his sports and my daughter dance. I love spending time with my kids and husband.

Favorite Quote: "Be still and know that I am God.” - Psalm 46:10

Fun Fact About Yourself: I am not sure this is fun, but I know it makes me very cool—I love watching reruns of Monk

Favorite Vehicle: Silverado

Hobbies & Interests: My hobbies and interests include sports and travel, with hockey being my favorite sport. I like to travel and prefer to be on or near water. I am an avid deer hunter and like to do just about anything outdoors.

Fun Fact About Yourself: I like spending my free time with family and friends.

Anything Else You Would Like to Add: I believe if you help others with what they want you will be rewarded with all that you need.