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Meet your sales team

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  • Lou Fantacone - General Manager
    Lou Fantacone - General Manager
    (770) 955-6565

    Where are you from?
    I'm from New Jersey

    How long have you been involved in the Auto Industry?
    35 years

    Why Jim Ellis Volkswagen Marietta?
    The Ellis family represent the Gold Standard in this industry.

    What do you do for fun?
    I enjoy traveling, Tennis and cooking.

  • Arvind Sarathy - General Sales Manager
    Arvind Sarathy - General Sales Manager
    (770) 955-6565

    Where are you from?

    Atlanta, GA

    How long have you been involved in the Auto Industry?

    12 Years 

    Why Jim Ellis Volkswagen Marietta?

    Jim Ellis is the Number One auto dealer to work for in Atlanta. They treat their customers and employees like family. 


    What do you do for fun?

    Spending time with my wife Melissa and my boys Ajay and Shaun.  I am a big NFL and NBA fan and if I find the time love to relax with a good movie.

  • Dave Miles - New Car Sales Manager
    Dave Miles - New Car Sales Manager
    (770) 955-6565

    Where are you from?

    I am from Bath, which is located on the South West coast of England.

    How long have you been involved in the Auto Industry?

    I have been in the auto industry for around 12 years, joining the Jim Ellis Group in 2001.


    Why Jim Ellis Volkswagen Marietta?

    Jim Ellis demonstrates the utmost integrity to their customers and also to their employees.

    What do you do for fun?

    Spending time with my daughter is the most important thing I enjoy.  Also, have been an avid Formula 1 fan for over 20 years and enjoy most forms of motorsport.  Finally, I have a great interest in History.

  • Bob Kelis - Used Car Sales Manager
    Bob Kelis - Used Car Sales Manager
    (770) 955-6565

    Where are you from?
    I'm from Brooklyn, New York.

    How long have you been involved in the Auto Industry?
    10 years, all of it with Jim Ellis VW of Marietta.

    Why Jim Ellis Volkswagen Marietta?
    I would not want to work for anyone else.  Everyone at this group cares about customers and employees.

    What do you do for fun?
    I enjoy time with my family.  I also like to trout fish and cook.

  • Edward Schoonmaker - Finance Manager
    Edward Schoonmaker - Finance Manager
    (770) 859-1321

    Where are you from?

    Ellenville, NY.

    How long have you been involved in the Auto Industry?

    For over 15 years.   Starting as a Sales Consultant in 1998 I was a Volkswagen Sales Guild Member in 1998, 1999, 2001, and 2001.   In 2001 I was promoted to a sales manager and in 2005 became a Finance Manager.

  • Matt Rock - Business Manager
    Matt Rock - Business Manager
    (770) 859-1308

    Where are you from?

    Sarasota, Florida.

    How long have you been involved in the Auto Industry?

    I have been in the auto industry for 15 years.

    Why Jim Ellis Volkswagen Marietta?

    Reputation far exceeds the reputation of the industry as a whole.  Making for a pleasant environment.  Plus the commendatory of my colleagues is great.

    What do you do for fun?
    Time with my family, play basketball, workout, and any outdoor activities. 

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  • "English" Matt Blundell - Internet Sales Director
    (770) 859-1324

    Where are you from?
    I am from Surrey in Southern England which is just outside London.

    How long have you been involved in the Auto Industry?
    Well, I only came into the business by chance, but I have been a Volkswagen Driver since 1994 so I already had faith in the Volkswagen Brand.  I joined the Ellis group in 2006, prior to this role my background was in Sales and Customer Service with in the Insurance industry.

    Why Jim Ellis Volkswagen Marietta?
    The reputation for both Customer Service and how the staff is treated, is what led me to apply.  I also have the best management team in Atlanta.
    I wouldn't work anywhere else in this business

    What do you do for fun?
    Working long hours in this business makes time with my family limited, so I like to spend my days off with them.  We do enjoy Theater, Camping, Fishing, and the Movies.  I love Football (proper football, with the round ball).

  • Thom Holmes - Internet Sales Manager
    Internet Sales Manager
    Thom Holmes - Internet Sales Manager
    (770) 955-6565

    Where are you from?

    I grew up in Levittown, Long Island, New York...then moved to the South Shore of Long Island to Babylon NY., I lived there until I relocated to Georgia in 1993

    How long have you been involved in the Auto Industry?
    Wow how time flies...it has been 17 years with multiple responsibilities; from Internet start up departments, Sales Management, Finance Manager, Auto Loan underwriting, Auction Sales & Floor Planning.

    Why Jim Ellis Volkswagen Marietta?
    I strongly believe in being open, honest, and transparent in offering our customers the best automotive buying experience available.  The Jim Ellis Automotive Group lives this philosophy each and every day, along with the solid reputation of being in this very competitive market for over 41 years.  I am proud to be part of this environment. 

    What do you do for fun?
    I love being outside doing yard work, (its good therapy,) or working on do it yourself projects.  If I am not at home, I am a big NASCAR fan and enjoy attending a few races each year or listening to music or occasional live concerts throughout the year.

  • Mike Kirouac - Internet Sales Manager
    Mike Kirouac - Internet Sales Manager
    (770) 955-6565

    Where are you from?
    Raised in Boston, although I spent most of my life in Florida before moving to Atlanta in 2009.

    How long have you been involved in the Auto Industry?
    I started in the car business in 1977, some 35 years ago.

    Why Jim Ellis Volkswagen Marietta?
    "I consider it a great honer and privilege to be part of Atlanta's most respected automotive team and represent such a great product."
    What do you do for fun?
    I enjoy outdoor activities, traveling, and cooking.

  • Justin Wagner - Internet Sales Manager
    Justin Wagner - Internet Sales Manager
    (770) 955-6565

    Where are you from?
    I am from Acworth, GA.

    How long have you been involved in the Auto Industry?
    Involved in Auto Industry for over a 1 year.

    Why Jim Ellis Volkswagen Marietta?
    Jim Ellis Marietta represents the best of the best.

    What do you do for fun?
    Spend time with my wife, reading, and downhill skiing.

  • Ross Ivey - Sales Consultant
    Ross Ivey - Sales Consultant
    (770) 955-6565

    Where are you from?
    Atlanta, Ga.

    How long have you been involved in the Auto Industry?
    I have been in this business for 20 years.

    Why Jim Ellis Volkswagen Marietta?
    The location is just right, VW is a great product, and they are exceptional at Customer Service.

    What do you do for fun?
    I fly vintage Army Helicopters at Air Shows.

  • Chris Phillips - Sales & Internet Consultant
    Chris Phillips - Sales & Internet Consultant
    (770) 859 1328


    Where are you from?
    Atlanta, Georgia

    How long have you been involved in the Auto Industry?
    Over 6 years with Volkswagen.

    Why Jim Ellis Volkswagen Marietta?
    The Ellis Group is the most reputable car dealer in Atlanta.  The Sales people and Management staff are all of the highest caliber.  If you are going to be in the Automobile business this is the pinnacle.

    What do you do for fun?
    I like outdoor activities including Golf, White Water Kayaking and Snowboarding.  I also love to travel and experience new food, wine, and culture.

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  • Mitchell Harper - Sales Consultant
    Mitchell Harper - Sales Consultant
    (770) 955-6565

    Where are you from?
    I'm from Fitzgerald, Georgia.

    How long have you been involved in the Auto Industry?
    I have been in the Car business for 5 years so far.

    Why Jim Ellis Volkswagen Marietta?
    Jim Ellis VW of Marietta provides the highest level of service, is very well respected, and cares about more than just dollars. 

    What do you do for fun?
    I love to fish, sing, play music, and spend time with my family.

  • Tim Fedrick - Sales Consultant
    Tim Fedrick - Sales Consultant
    (770) 955-6565

    Where are you from?
    Raleigh, North Carolina.

    How long have you been involved in the Auto Industry?
    I have been in the auto industry about 3 years.

    Why Jim Ellis Volkswagen Marietta?
    Jim Ellis is a high integrity dealership that does business the right way.

    What do you do for fun?
    I like going to sporting events and fishing.

  • Anya Solomon-Coggin - Sales Consultant
    Anya Solomon-Coggin - Sales Consultant
    (770) 955-6565


    Where are you from?
    Ormond Beach, Florida

    How long have you been invloved in the Auto Industry?
    2 Years

    Why Jim Ellis Volkswagen Marietta?
    I wanted to work for a brand I could trust and a company that I could trust as well. 

    What do you do for fun?
    I sew clothing and make pet beds in my spare time. I enjoy a number of other arts and crafts projects. My husband and our two dogs also enjoy exercising and being outdoors on the new Atlanta Beltline.

  • Jackie Burns - Sales Consultant
    Jackie Burns - Sales Consultant
    (770) 955-6565

    Where are you from?
    I am from Milwaukee, WI


    How long have you been involved in the Auto Industry?
    9 months so far.

    Why Jim Ellis Volkswagen Marietta?
    I was always very impressed as a customer. The customer service is excellent.

    What do you do for fun?
    I love the outdoors and enjoy running and biking. Most of all I love spending time with my 3 boys.

  • Mark Shaw - Sales Consultant
    Mark Shaw - Sales Consultant
    (404) 484-4397

    Where are you from?
    I am from Durham, North Carolina.

    How long have you been involved in the Auto Industry?
    I have been in the car business for 14 years.

    Why Jim Ellis Volkswagen Marietta?
    Jim Ellis Volkswagen and myself have the same values toward customers.  This is to treat every customer with respect and care every time a car is sold and serviced.

    What do you do for fun?
    I love to cook, play basketball, and spend time with my family.

  • Sammy Hite - Sales Consultant

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    770 955 6565

    Where are you originally from?
    I am from Hiram GA

    How long have you been involved in the Auto Industry?
    5 Years Service and Sales

    Why Jim Ellis VW of Marietta?
    They are the very best in the business.

    What do you do for fun?
    Fishing, Hunting, Sports and Cars. Spending time with my Daughter.