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Staff

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  • Brendan Hurley
    Owner/President
    Brendan Hurley

    Brendan Hurley has owned Hurley Chrysler Jeep Dodge in Deland, FL since 1992. He is originally from Ireland, but has been in the United States since 1978. From day one at Hurley Chrysler Jeep Dodge, his job has been to ensure that he and the rest of the Hurley staff carry out the company mission: "To consistently delight our customers by exceeding their expectations in every area of service." When Brendan is not at Hurley Chrysler Jeep Dodge, he enjoys traveling, spending time with his three daughters, Grace, Emily, and Hannah, playing tennis, and cooking.  

  • Tom Buchner
    General Sales Manager
    Tom Buchner
    386 785-1023

    Tom Buchner was born in Chicago. However, he has spent the majority of his life here in DeLand, Florida and has been in auto sales in DeLand for over 21 years! When Tom is not here at Hurley Chrysler Jeep Dodge, he enjoys spending time with his three children, going on cruises, motocross, playing guitar, watching Beetle Juice, and going on camping trips. Tom is always willing to offer words of wisdom to his fellow employees. As Tom says, "If you think you can, or if you think you can't, you're right."

  • Christina Amato
    Office Manager
    Christina Amato
    386 785-1020

    Christina Amato was born and raised in Norwood, Massachusetts. However, she has been enjoying the Florida sunshine here in DeLand for 15 years now, 10 of which were spent in the local car business. When Christina is not at Hurley Chrysler Jeep Dodge, she enjoys watching the New England Patriots play and spending time with her 2 children.

  • Jeff Caruso
    Service Manager
    Jeff Caruso
    386 785-1026

    Jeff Caruso has been a member of the Hurley team for many years now. When Jeff is not at the dealership, he enjoys spending time with his three daughters, fishing, and golfing. He is also an avid Dallas Cowboys fan. Jeff's favorite car is a '65 Dodge Coronet, that was his first car!


  • Bob Torbitt
    Parts Manager
    Bob Torbitt
    386 736-3000

    Bob Torbitt was born in upstate New York. Bob has been a member of the Hurley team for over 16 years now! Since moving to Florida, Bob likes to spend a lot of time outside and a lot of time with his two children. He enjoys running and biking and participates in those activities frequently in the community.  


  • Jeff Sladek
    Business Manager
    Jeff Sladek
    386 736-3000

    Jeff Sladek has been a member of the Hurley team for one year now. However, he has been in the automotive industry since 1995. Jeff is originally from Cleveland, Ohio and is a Cavaliers fan. When Jeff is not at the dealership, his four children keep him busy. He also enjoys playing golf, riding his Harley, and traveling to his favorite vacation destination, Rome.

     

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  • Emma Wiggins
    Administrative Assistant
    Emma Wiggins
    386 736-3000 x1012

    Emma Wiggins has been a member of the Hurley team since day one. She has two children and is also a proud grandmother. When Emma is not at Hurley Chrysler Jeep Dodge, she enjoys traveling to North Carolina, spending time with her family (including her dog Rusty), and scrap-booking. 

  • JoAnn Novak
    Title Clerk
    JoAnn Novak
    386 736-3000

    JoAnn Novak has been a member of the Hurley team for nearly 18 years! When she is not at Hurley she enjoys spending time with her family, gardening, and relaxing at any beach or on any mountain.

  • Leo Marron
    Sales Representative
    Leo Marron
    386 736-3000

    A Californian! I was born and raised in Los Angeles California. I'm a family man with two great teenage boys who keep me on my toes.

     My dedication to Hurley Chrylser Dodge Jeep started back in 1995. The first 5 years were in the Service Department where I learned first hand the true value of always putting our customers first! Your satisfaction is my first priority!! I had a great opportunity to take my knowledge, experience and join the Sales Department in 2000. From all this I've had the privilege of meeting customers and making some good new friends.

      I would like to thank all my customers for their repeated business, referrals and loyalty. ThankYou! 

      Awards/Achievements:  Employee of the year; Salesman of the month; Chrysler Certified

      Hobbies: Family time; Mountain Biking; Dancing; Boxing (Sparring with the my boys);  Basketball (Split Family: Dad and youngest L.A Lakers Fans!! Mom and oldest son Orlando Magic Fans!!) Go Lakers!!!

  • Kurt Serdari
    Sales Representative
    Kurt Serdari
    386 736-3000

    Kurt Serdari was born here in Deland, FL. He lived in Georgia and Kentucky but mostly remained in Deltona, FL. Kurt graduated from Deltona High. He enjoys watching his favorite sports team play, The Colts, as well as spending a lot of time at the beach. His favorite beach getaway is Panama City Beach. Kurt aspires to one day own his dream car, a Bugatti Veyron. 

  • Tommy Menzel
    Parts and Service assistant
    Tommy Menzel
    386 736-3000

    Tommy Menzel, otherwise known as Tommy "two-hats" Menzel, has been in DeLand, FL or many years now. When he is not here, he enjoys traveling to the Bahamas, and watching the Orlando Magic play.

  • Brenda Friesen
    Service Advisor
    Brenda Friesen
    386 785-1029

    Brenda Friessen was born in Schenectady, New York. Brenda is an avid Beauty and the Beast fan and owns many valuable collectibles as well multiple versions of the movie. Brenda is extremely friendly and personable. She has to juggle multiple tasks daily and always successfully completes them all! 

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  • Marie Hart
    Service Advisor
    Marie Hart
    386 785-1028

    Marie Hart was born in Massachusetts. She moved to Florida with her family when she was 2 years old. As a teenager in Florida, Marie rode horses competitively all over the state Marie has been a service advisor for over 20 years. When Marie is not at the dealership, she raises and breeds Yorkies. 


  • Shari Berkebile
    Service Advisor
    Shari Berkebile
    386 785-1030

    Shari Berkebile is a recentley recruited member of the Hurley team. She has been is DeLand for many years now. When Shari is not at Hurley, she enjoys spending time with her 2 children, traveling to Hawaii, and taking care of her pet Chihuahua, Penny.

  • Matt Wells
    Parts specialist
    Matt Wells
    386 734-8336

    Matt Wells is originally from Birmingham, Alabama. When Matt is not at work, he enjoys watching movies and reading. Some of his favorite books are Brave New World and Catch 22. Matt's favorite quote is, "Punctuality is the virtue of the bored,"  by Evelyn Waugh. 

  • Jesus Marroquin
    Master Technician
    Jesus Marroquin
    386 736-3000

    Jesus Marroquin has over 25 years of experience. Jesus is also a certified Chrysler Level 4 technician.

  • Justin Brown
    Master Technician
    Justin Brown
    386 736-3000

    Justin Brown has been a technician for over 11 years now with Chrysler. He specializes in electrical and air conditioning repairs as well as light engine repairs. 

  • Randy Tifft
    Master Technician
    Randy Tifft
    386 736-3000

    Randy Tifft has over 30 years of experience and is a trained Level 4 technician. Randy specializes in transmission repairs.

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  • Mark Goytil
    Master Technician
    Mark Goytil
    386 736-3000

    Mark Goytil has been a technician for over 20 years now. Mark specializes in electrical and drivability repairs and is a Level 4 technician. 

  • Mike Kania
    Master technician
    Mike Kania
    386 736-3000

    Mike Kania has over 11 years of experience with Chrysler and is a Level 4 technician. Mike specializes in heavy engines and diesel repairs. 

  • Peter Labrada
    Sales Representative
    Peter Labrada
    386 736-3000

    Peter Labrada recentley relocated to Florida from New Jersey. He moved to Florida because Florida was his favorite vacation destination. Peter has been in the automotive industry for over 22 years now! When Peter is not at Hurley, he enjoys watching his favorite sports teams play, the Giants and the Yankees, spending time with his family, boating, fishing, and relaxing on the beach.


  • James Skarin
    Sales Representative
    James Skarin

  • John Scire
    Sales Representative
    John Scire
    386 736-3000