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Geo Padilla

Product Specialist
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888-891-1487 ext. 3506
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Geo Padilla

Product Specialist
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I started working at Pine Belt in 2012. I attended Monmouth Regional High School. My Favorite subject was and still is History. I was a military child and lived around the globe for most of my life until I landed in NJ in 1999. I have 2 beautiful children ages 3 and 7, Judah and Estelle. They are my everything and make me proud everyday with their determination, smarts, and tenacity with life. My favorite hobbies include gaming, anime watching, and my obsession with overall world knowledge. Also, in my spare time, I collect graphic novels and comic issues. My favorite vehicle is the 2023 Silverado 1500 LT Trail Boss.
Ian Giroux

Product Specialist

888-891-1487 ext.3505
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Ian Giroux

Product Specialist

I have been with the company at the Subaru location since 2016. I went to Toms River High School East (“Nothing greater than a Raider”). I was born in San Diego, California and moved to Toms River, New Jersey just before middle school. I now live in Barnegat, NJ. I married the love of my life and best friend, Nicole, in 2021, who also works for Pine Belt. When I am not helping my clients here at the store you can usually find me Sim-Racing or playing guitar. I will always have a soft spot in my heart for the WRX/STI… street legal rally car?! Don’t mind if I do!
Michael Tillis

Product Specialist

888-891-1487 ext.3540
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Michael Tillis

Product Specialist

I started with Pine Belt in 2019. I was lead in auto body mechanics for 12 plus years. I also worked as a sales consultant for Dollar General for 5 years as well. I went to Brick Memorial High School, and did Vocational School for Automotive Mechanics and Collision Repair. I grew up in Brick, New Jersey, and still reside there. I’ve Loved cars since I was a little boy when my dad got me into the automotive field. For many years we used to fix and restore all types of vehicles. I am very blessed and happily married with three beautiful daughters and a German Shepherd at home. I love spending my free time with my family and going to movies as well as traveling. My favorite vehicle is the Subaru Ascent.
Lawrence Mincey

Product Specialist

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Lawrence Mincey

Product Specialist

I have been working with Pine Belt since 2022. I attended school at Rutgers University, and my favorite subject was Psychology and Sociology. I am from Perth Amboy, New Jersey. I have a daughter who is my world. My hobbies include video games, anime, and spending time with my family and friends. When I have the time I love to travel. My goal is to fill my passport with different stamps. My favorite vehicle is the Subaru WRX GT.
Michael Yurcho

Product Specialist

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Michael Yurcho

Product Specialist

I started at Pine Belt Subaru as an Oil Change Technician back in 2020. I worked my way up to a Subaru Certified Technician. After a year in the main shop, I decided I’d give sales a shot and I haven’t looked back since! I went to Southern Regional High School and graduated from Toms River North High School. My favorite class was definitely Auto Shop. I’ve always loved anything to do with cars! Currently I live in Little Egg Harbor, New Jersey. Growing up, I’ve moved around a lot from Trenton NJ to Northern Kentucky and back to Toms River, NJ. In my free time if I’m not off-roading my truck or working on my cars, you’ll find I will be going for a hike or playing some video games. The Wrx has to be my favorite sports car and the Outback XT is my favorite SUV.
Cecelia Wilson

Product Specialist

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Cecelia Wilson

Product Specialist

I started working at Pine Belt in December of 2022. Before entering the auto industry, I was a Nail Tech and Makeup Artist. I went to Lacey Township High School and graduated in 2018. I loved all of my science classes, especially Microbiology. I was born and raised in Lacey Township, New Jersey. I am an animal lover through and through. I have a ball python named Mochi. I’m super into cars of all kinds, especially older JDM cars like an R34 Nissan Skyline. I regularly attend local and statewide car meets and love to see all of the different types of cars and how each person builds them to their liking. My favorite vehicle is the Subaru Outback Wilderness.
Bronson Lazar

Product Specialist

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Bronson Lazar

Product Specialist
Eugene Pascucci Jr.

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Eugene Pascucci Jr.

Product Specialist
Anthony Spinalli

Product Specialist

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Anthony Spinalli

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Seamus Conway

Product Specialist

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Seamus Conway

Product Specialist

I started Pine Belt February of 2022 and have been with the company for 1 year. I went to Central Piedmont Community College and studied Business Administration. I am from Brick, New Jersey. I am married and am a proud father. I enjoy cooking, riding my motorcycle, watching and playing sports, and playing games with my friends. I love the full Mazda line-up!
Luis Vega Auqui

Product Specialist

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Luis Vega Auqui

Product Specialist
Shawn Harris

Delivery Coordinator

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Shawn Harris

Delivery Coordinator

I have worked for Pine Belt Subaru since November 2021. I began as a delivery specialist, and moved up to sales in February of 2022. I went to Brick Township High School, right around the corner and graduated in 2012. I grew up in Brick, but have moved around and lived in many places. My favorite place I’ve ever lived is Alaska, right outside of Denali National Park. In my free time I like to hang out with my friends, be home with my cat, Theo. I also enjoy painting and hiking. On a nice sunny day you can find me in the woods, or up a mountain.
I may be biased, but my favorite vehicle we sell at Pine Belt is the Subaru Outback, which is why I drive one.
Kevin Johnson

Internet Coordinator

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Kevin Johnson

Internet Coordinator

I have worked at Pine Belt since 2016. I went to Camden County College and studied General Studies. My favorite subject was English. I live in South Jersey and grew up in Toms River, New Jersey. I enjoy assisting our Pine Belt customers through the process of finding the perfect vehicle to meet their needs. Customer Service shouldn’t just be a department, it should be the entire company! Quality is remembered long after the price is forgotten are words to live by in the workplace. If it is new, and AWD, I’ll take a look! So many to choose from!
Lisa Daly

Internet Coordinator

732-833-5458
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Lisa Daly

Internet Coordinator

I started with Pine Belt in 2011. Prior to that I was with Circle BMW and was the Security Director at Park Shopping Center in Paramus, NJ. I grew up in Paramus, NJ in Bergen County and currently live in Howell, NJ. I’m very happily married with one daughter and three grandchildren; 2 granddaughters and 1 grandson. I LOVE my pets which include my dog, a little Maltese named Snowball, and 2 parakeets, Rain and Sunshine. In my spare time I love the beach and spending time with my friends and family.

Favorite Car: Chrysler 200 Convertible
Nicole Giroux

Internet Coordinator

732-833-5466
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Nicole Giroux

Internet Coordinator

I started working at Pine Belt in 2018 and have been with the company for 4 years now. I previously worked at Ulta Beauty. I attended High School at Barnegat High School and was a Varsity Cheerleader. I grew up in Manahawkin, New Jersey and currently live in Barnegat, New Jersey. I am married. I enjoy spending time with my dog and my cat. I also enjoy going to the beach. My favorite vehicle is the Mazda CX-5.
Jessica Raible

Internet Coordinator

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Jessica Raible

Internet Coordinator

I started working for Pine Belt in 2022. I attended Jackson Liberty High School. I also attended the International School for Certified Dog Trainers. I was born, raised and currently still live in Jackson, New Jersey. I have been married for 2 years to my amazing husband, Tevin. We have 4 boys, Nicholas who is 13, Jayden who is 10, Caleb who is 3, and TJ who is 1. In our free time we train service and protection dogs for people who need them. I love the Suburban but I have to go with my favorite vehicle being the Chevy Trax, as I own one and love it!
Ioana Mocanu

Internet Coordinator

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Ioana Mocanu

Internet Coordinator

I started in 2022. I previously worked in Customer Service, Marketing and Public Relations for companies in Europe and North America. I have a Bachelor Degree in Marketing and Public Relations and a Master’s Degree in Branding. I was born and raised in Bucharest, Romania and I moved to the United States 4 years ago after being an exchange student and meeting my husband. I love cooking but not as much as I love eating. I love binge watching every cooking competition or new series and I definitely prefer limited documentaries. I love traveling the world with my family and I connect with them every single chance I get. My favorite make at the moment are Jeeps but I also love all Mazda models as well.
Nicolette Torres

Internet Coordinator

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Nicolette Torres

Internet Coordinator

I have worked at Pine Belt since May 2021. Prior to that I was an assistant manager in retail for 8 years. I went to Port Saint Lucie High School. I went to Brookdale Community College and my favorite subject was math. I also attended Ocean County College and studied Criminal Justice. I grew up in Port Saint Lucie, Florida and partially in Brick, New Jersey as well. I have one son. Some things I like to do are play pool, go to the beach, work on cars, and travel. My favorite vehicle is the Chevy Suburban.

Management

David Sickel

Chairman of Pine Belt Enterprises

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David Sickel

Chairman of Pine Belt Enterprises

A graduate of Lakewood High, Franklin & Marshall College, Lancaster, PA and the General Motors Institute, Detroit, MI, David served in the U.S. Naval Reserve from 1969 to 1975. A life-long Ocean County resident, David joined Pine Belt Chevrolet in January, 1970; the family business founded in 1937 by Leon Sickel, his father. Automobile Dealerships owned all or in part are Pine Belt Chevrolet Inc., Lakewood, NJ-Pine Belt Chrysler-Jeep Inc., Lakewood, NJ, Pine Belt Nissan of Toms River Inc., Toms River, NJ-Pine Belt Cadillac Inc., Toms River, NJ-Pine Belt Nissan of Keyport Inc., Keyport, NJ, Pine Belt Chevrolet of Freehold, LLC, Freehold, NJ and Pine Belt Subaru Inc., Lakewood, NJ. David is a member of the National Automobile Dealers Association, New Jersey Coalition of Automotive Retailers Advertising Association, and New York Region Chevrolet Dealers for which he was Director (1994-1995), Auto Dealer Magazine-Advisory Board, Lakewood Chamber of Commerce/Brick Chamber of Commerce/Toms River Chamber of Commerce, and NJ shore Builders Association. He also has an extensive list of charitable and community service affiliations.
Robert Sickel

Dealer Principal

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Robert Sickel

Dealer Principal

#Since1937! I have a degree in Business Management and my favorite subject was Statistics. I grew up in Lakewood, New Jersey until I was 10 years old, then moved to Brick, New Jersey. I am married with 2 boys, Mattix who is 15 and Brody who is 13 (as of 2022). My favorite vehicle we sell is the Chevy Tahoe. It’s the perfect size and rides like a dream. It’s like driving your living room around.
Joseph Pagano

Director of Business Development & Marketing

732-719-1600 ext. 3121
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Joseph Pagano

Director of Business Development & Marketing

Joseph has been responsible for our centralized Internet and Business Development department and manages a 20 person team which handles over 2000 inquiries per month for both the sales and service departments. Joseph started with Pine Belt in February of 2008 as an Internet Coordinator. Joe’s extensive experience, coming from Shore Lending Group, a mortgage broker and banking company where 100% of the leads were Internet or phone-based, was perfect preparation for his role as Pine Belt’s Business Development Manager. He is an Ocean County resident and attended Rutgers University and Montclair State University where he studied biology and finance. Starting at around 70 Internet provided deliveries per month, Joseph has taken the department to its current performance level of providing 350 plus deliveries per month. In July of 2022 after the retirement of Pine Belt’s long time Vice President Ken Martin , Joseph was promoted to serve as Director of Business Development & Marketing. Along with our Director of Fixed Operations Steve Niolu and our Director of Variable Operation Dan Ariel, Joseph looks forward to working with the executive management team to guide Pine Belt into the future.

Favorite Car: Pontiac GTO Judge
Steve Niolu

Director of Fixed Operations

732-363-1200 ext. 3107
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Steve Niolu

Director of Fixed Operations
Dan Ariel

Director of Variable Operations

(732) 363-2900 EXT. 3213
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Dan Ariel

Director of Variable Operations

I have been with Pine Belt since 1996. It is a true honor to work for the best company in the auto industry. There is no greater pleasure than taking care of our customers and meeting all of their automotive needs. I’ve been married since 1997 and have 2 son’s, who are my life! I love to travel, enjoy all sports, and spending time with my family. Come see me and my team at any of the Pine Belt Enterprise locations for an amazing deal and experience.
Shawn Maloney

Pre-Owned Car Director

732-719-1600 ext.3047
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Shawn Maloney

Pre-Owned Car Director

Shawn is the Pre-Owned Vehicle Director for all Pine Belt Enterprise locations; both retail and wholesale. Shawn is a graduate of Christian Brothers Academy, and Widener University, Chester, PA. He has been with Pine Belt since 1986. Starting in sales, he quickly became not only the top unit volume salesperson, but maintained top CSI scores as well. Throughout his 20 year plus career, he has maintained his focus on CSI and today resolves all customer satisfaction issues personally and maintains exceptional CSI scores. At Pine Belt Shawn has excelled as a Closer, Desk Manager, and F&I and Sales Manager before becoming Director of Pre-Owned Operations. He has attended numerous General Motors training programs as well as the Tim Deese Progressive Basic course. Shawn performs training and implements process and procedures including everything from the appraisal process to reconditioning. Shawn implemented the sealed bid process for wholesale vehicle disposal. With over 20 wholesalers participating, the program has streamlined the wholesale process, reducing losses, increasing inventory turn and bringing compliance to one of the most problematic areas of dealership operations.
Jared Neumann

Director of Finance

732-363-2900 EXT. 3014
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Jared Neumann

Director of Finance
Rocco Caara

Funding Director

732-363-2900 EXT. 3009
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Rocco Caara

Funding Director

I started with Pine Belt in December 2016. I grew up in Staten Island, NY and attended St. Joseph by the Sea H.S. and then Wagner College. I now live in Barnegat, NJ with my wife. I have 3 boys 25, 22 and 18. In my free time I enjoy making music. My favorite vehicle is the Chevy Tahoe.
Michael Marquand

General Manager

732-719-1600 ext.3535
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Michael Marquand

General Manager

I started my journey with Pine Belt Subaru mid-2017 and could not be happier. I have worked with Subaru as a brand for about 4 years with over 1,000 satisfied customers. I pride myself in building friendly, long term relationships with ALL of my customers and showing the true definition of the Subaru Love Promise. In my spare time I go boating, golfing, adventuring with my black lab Oakley, and love spending quality time with my family & friends.
Adeeyah Pettis

Sales Manager

888-711-1247 ext.3529
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Adeeyah Pettis

Sales Manager

I have been working with Subaru for over two years. I started in the business development call center, where I acquired all my current knowledge for Subaru. After being a very successful BDC representative, I have decided to pursue a career as a sales professional. I believe I work for the safest and most reliable vehicle manufacturer in the market. Not only do I work for something I believe in, I am also a consumer myself. In my free time I enjoy spending quality time with my family and going on adventures. My goal as a salesperson is to provide a hassle free experience and make sure all my customers leave happy and satisfied. Buying a vehicle is the second largest purchase we make. I would like to make that purchase as easy and pleasant as possible.

Favorite Car: Subaru Ascent
Matt Lavender

Sales Manager

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Matt Lavender

Sales Manager

I started working at Pine Belt in January of 2013. I’ve been with the company for 10 years. I went to Toms River High School South and my favorite subject was English. I grew up in Beachwood, New Jersey and I currently live in Bayville, New Jersey. I have 4 kids and I love listening to music, working out, and hanging with my dog. My favorite vehicle we sell here is the Ram TRX.
Stephen Chin-Hing

Finance Manager

888-387-7571 Ext 3528
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Stephen Chin-Hing

Finance Manager

I started as a product specialist at Pine Belt Subaru in March of 2017. I grew up in Jackson but I recently moved to Point Pleasant . I graduated from Jackson Liberty High School in 2013 . I have been in the car business for 6 years 3 of them I worked in parts and service for Lexus and Audi. In my spare time I like to work on my car a 2017 Subaru WRX. As a sales professional I pride my self on product knowledge and a easy hassle free transaction. My favorite Subaru is a WRX STI.
Anthony Rodriguez

Finance Manager

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Anthony Rodriguez

Finance Manager

I started working at Pine Belt in 2020. I went to Toms River High School North, followed by Fairleigh Dickinson University. I grew up in Toms River and currently live in Manahawkin. I am married to my wife Lauren, and have a 4 year old daughter. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I also enjoy watching and attending football games (Go Giants!). My favorite vehicle is the Chevy Corvette.
Alana Pagano

Internet Sales Manager

732-833-5463
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Alana Pagano

Internet Sales Manager

I’ve been with Pine Belt since 2007. I grew up in Brick and Lakewood and I currently reside in Brick, NJ. I went to East Carolina University for Business Management. In my free time I love the beach and have 3 dogs with my fiancé; Story, Sugar, and Niles. I am also flattered and honored to be the “face of the franchise” for all Pine Belt location’s advertisements.

Favorite Car: Corvette Stingray
Justin Smith

Buying Manager

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Justin Smith

Buying Manager

I have worked at Pine Belt since June of 2020. I was hired at Pine Belt as a sales manager and then was promoted to the GM of the Pine Belt Imports & Buying Center, before accepting the position as the Used Car Purchasing Manager for the group in October of 2021. Previously, I worked as an outside road buyer for Pine Belt and several other dealerships from 2015 until coming on with Pine Belt full time in 2020. I have been in the Auto Industry since 2003. I started in used car sales and spent 7 years in that role. I was promoted to F & I in 2010 and spent 5 Years in that role before landing the opportunity to become a buyer. I attended Howell High School. I am from Howell, NJ. I have been happily married for almost 15 years (Almost 25 together), and have two sweet little daughters, Nola & Ivy, and one awesome car enthusiast son, Jeremy who resides in Florida. My favorite vehicle is the Chevy Silverado.
Rick Pease

Buying Manager

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Rick Pease

Buying Manager

I have been at Pine Belt since March, 2022. I attended Fairleigh Dickinson University, and majored in Political Science and Business. I am from Pennsauken, NJ. I am married with 2 children and four grandchildren. I like to travel and spend time with my grandkids. My favorite vehicle is the Chevy Silverado.
Alyssa Noonan

Executive Account Manager

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Alyssa Noonan

Executive Account Manager

I started working for Pine Belt in 2017. I went to Brick Township High School, and attended college At Ocean County College. I majored in Anatomy. I am from Brick Township, NJ. My favorite hobbies include running, traveling, spending time at the beach, cooking, sporting events, country concerts, and hanging out with my friends and family. My favorite vehicle is the Chevrolet Tahoe.
Gianna Cipriano

Executive Account Manager

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Gianna Cipriano

Executive Account Manager

I have worked at Pine Belt since 2020. I went to Jackson Memorial High School. I got to school at Ocean County College and am studying Criminal Justice. I grew up in Staten Island, NY and moved to Jackson, NJ when I was 16 years old. When I am not at Pine Belt, I enjoy relaxing, cooking, and shopping! My favorite vehicle would have to be the Mazda CX-5, just like the one I drive!
Tanya Manfredi

Warranty Assistant

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Tanya Manfredi

Warranty Assistant

I started with Pine Belt in 2014 and left in 2017 after having my first son. Started back in 2021. Prior to Pine Belt I was a BDC representative at Weisleder Ford & Mazda. I grew up in Brick and I attended Brick Township High School and English was my favorite class. I currently live in Forked River. I have two sons and have been married since 2015. In my free time I like to have family time with my husband and children, whatever that may entail. My favorite vehicle would have to be the Chevy Suburban or the Jeep Wrangler!

Internet Sales

Service

Michael Rossi

Service Manager

732-719-1600 ext.3524
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Michael Rossi

Service Manager
Thomas Patanio

Service Advisor

732-719-1600 ext.3517
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Thomas Patanio

Service Advisor
Bill Carp

Service Advisor

732-719-1600 ext.3516
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Bill Carp

Service Advisor
Jack Adams

Body Shop Manager

732-719-1600 ext.3123
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Jack Adams

Body Shop Manager
Steven Palmieri

Warranty Administrator

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Steven Palmieri

Warranty Administrator
Bob Bamert

Parts Manager

732-719-1600 ext.3525
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Bob Bamert

Parts Manager

I’ve at Pine Belt since 2011. Previously I was with Asplundh Buick Pontiac for 12 years and Joe Bennet Chevrolet for 5 years. I am from Forked River (Lacey), NJ and have two children with whom I enjoy swimming, fishing and boating.

Favorite Car: Trucks, 4×4, med duty, tractor. The Bigger the Better!
Mike Daly

Parts Advisor

732-719-1600 ext.3526
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Mike Daly

Parts Advisor
Mark Hoffman

Customer Experience

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Mark Hoffman

Customer Experience

I have lived in Wall Township my whole life along with my wife Cindy and son Kevin. I enjoy riding my motorcycle, playing golf, watching football and just relaxing when I am not working. I owned the local Oreck Vacuum stores for many years before coming to Pine Belt Subaru in March of 2019. My favorite car is the Subaru Ascent.
Dennis Flood

Service Coordinator

732-719-1600 ext.3108
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Dennis Flood

Service Coordinator

I have worked for Pine Belt since 2013. I went to Upper Darby High School, and then Nueman College and studied Business Education. I grew up in the Secane section of Upper Darby Township. I have been married for 10 years. One of my favorite hobbies is watching sports. My favorite vehicle is the Chevy Cruze.
Debbie Lomonico

Service Coordinator

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Debbie Lomonico

Service Coordinator

I started Pine Belt in February of 2020. I went to the Brick Memorial Vocational School for Cosmetology. I grew up and currently still live in Brick, New Jersey. I have 3 grown children. My favorite vehicle is the Chevy Trailblazer.
Layza Valle

Service Coordinator
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Layza Valle

Service Coordinator
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I have worked at Pine Belt for since 2021 I went to Lakewood High School and grew up in Lakewood, New Jersey. I have 1 son. I enjoy painting and outdoor activities. My favorite vehicle is the Chevy Tahoe.
Catherine Neyland

Service Coordinator

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Catherine Neyland

Service Coordinator

I started working for Pine Belt in 2022. I am from Brooklyn, New York. I have 4 kids and 5 grandchildren. My favorite hobby is going to the beach. My favorite vehicle is the Chevy Trailblazer.
Nicole Gamboa

Service Coordinator

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Nicole Gamboa

Service Coordinator