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  • Dean Harrison
    Dean Harrison
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    i groove on road trips

  • Michelle Vigil
    Service Cashier
    Michelle Vigil
    303 761 7453

    Currently serving as a Service Cashier at Groove Subaru in Denver, Michelle Vigil brings over five years of experience in the automotive industry to her work at the dealership. Prior to joining Groove two years ago, Michelle was a legal assistant, a job she found highly interesting and exciting.

    Transitioning out of the legal field to pursue new challenges, Michelle found her niche at Groove Auto, utilizing her outgoing personality to the fullest. When she interacts with customers at Groove Auto, Michelle's friendly demeanor and sense of fun are impossible not to notice. Deriving a great deal of satisfaction from her role as a Service Cashier, Michelle always strives to put a smile on her clientele's faces.

    Raised in Denver, Michelle loves the laid-back pace of life in Colorado, a welcome change from the time she spent living in Los Angeles, California. Although Michelle names a Maserati as her dream car, she loves the sturdy GMC Jimmy she currently drives. When she isn't providing service with a smile at Groove Auto, Michelle can be found relaxing with her family, watching movies, or enjoying a warm sunny day in the park.

    i groove on road trips

  • Rebecca Martinez
    Service Cashier
    Rebecca Martinez
    303 761 7453

    Working at Groove Auto's Denver Subaru dealership for more than two years, Rebecca "Becky" Martinez makes the most of her sunny personality as a Service Cashier. Always quick with a smile and a helpful attitude, Becky strives to make every customer at Groove Auto feel welcome, as though they were guests in her own home. Understanding the importance of building long-lasting relationships with Groove Auto's clientele, Becky stands apart as a valuable addition to the dealership's service team.

    Prior to stepping into her current role at Groove Auto, Becky spent 13 years honing her skills as a professional in the automotive industry, garnering extensive understanding of the cars and trucks manufactured by leading brands such as Dodge, Chevy, and Subaru.

    A native of Denver, Colorado, Becky says she would be hard-pressed to relocate. Especially fond of the state's mountains, rivers, and relaxed lifestyle, Becky enjoys spending her free time out in nature. A physical fitness enthusiast, Becky can often be found in the great outdoors with her family and dogs. Planning her next vacation, Becky hopes to take a trip to the East Coast, eager to visit landmarks such as the Empire State Building in New York City, as well as Niagara Falls.
     
    i groove on shopping

  • Daniel Coté
    Sales Guide
    Daniel Coté
    303 761 7453

    Daniel "Dan" Coté's previous career in the hospitality industry prepared him well for his current job at Groove Subaru in Denver. Working as a Sales Guide at the dealership since 2009, Dan greets every customer he assists with a smile and a willingness to answer any questions they might have. Widely recognized by co-workers and clients alike for his empathetic personality, Dan understands that purchasing or leasing a new vehicle can be stressful at times. Taking responsibility for mitigating a customer's apprehension during the sales process, Dan proudly represents Groove Auto through the friendly and ethical approach he brings to his job.

    Also boasting eight years of experience as a mechanic, Dan originally hails from Littleton, Colorado, winning a scholarship to Denver Auto and Diesel College prior to joining the team at Groove Auto. An outdoor enthusiast through-and-through, Dan enjoys living in such close proximity to the Rocky Mountains, venturing into nature for a long hike whenever he has the time.

    Planning an upcoming road trip, Dan looks forward to driving through the Rocky Mountain Range by way of the Million Dollar Highway, an incredibly scenic route that will take him to a final destination of Olympic Park, Washington.

    i groove on rock climbing

  • Al Gallegos
    Al Gallegos
    303 761 7453

    i groove on softball

  • Amber Quinones
    Amber Quinones
    303 761 7453

    i groove on shopping

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  • Andrew Whitney
    Andrew Whitney
    303 761 7453

    i groove on sportbikes

  • Arturo Cruz
    Sales Manager
    Arturo Cruz
    303 761 7453

    Arturo "Art"' Cruz has been a member of the team at Groove Subaru in Denver since 2009. Holding a position as a Sales Manager at the dealership, Art brings more than four years of experience in the automotive industry to his work, focusing his energy on providing every customer with the best service possible in every respect. Art believes that the process of buying a new vehicle should be fun and enjoyable above all else, approaching every sale with a client's best interests in mind.

    Originally hailing form central Mexico, Art was born and raised in San Luis Potosí, a scenic town known that was once a hotbed of mining activity. Prior to entering into his career in auto sales, Art worked in the furniture business for nearly 13 years. Also a former Eagle Scout who holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Art enjoys utilizing his educational and professional background on a daily basis in his leadership role at Groove Auto.

    When he isn't hard at work at Groove, Art unwinds by relaxing at home with his wife and children. An avid sports fan as well as an automobile aficionado, Art is constantly expanding his collection of sports memorabilia.

    i groove on sports memorabilia

  • Bob Hetsko
    Bob Hetsko
    303 761 7453

    i groove on the blues

  • Brett Tossie
    Brett Tossie
    303 761 7453

    i groove on horse racing

  • Connie Wagner
    Connie Wagner
    303 761 7453

    i groove on golfing

  • Craig Parsons
    Craig Parsons
    303 761 7453

    i groove on the present moment

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  • Dan Cassin
    Dan Cassin
    303 761 7453

    i groove on home improvement

  • Dave Coates
    Dave Coates
    303 761 7453

    i groove on harley's

  • David Elia
    Internet Sales Associate
    David Elia
    303 761 7453

    Entering into his fourth year working in the automotive industry, David Elia is a leading Sales Associate at Groove Auto's Subaru dealership in Denver. Joining the staff at Groove after studying gemology in graduate school, David has proven to be one of the company's most outstanding employees. Recently selected as "Salesperson of the Month," he derives a great deal of personal satisfaction from the social aspect of his job. When he greets a customer in Groove's Subaru showroom, David makes it a point to establish a friendly rapport right off the bat, an aim he accomplishes by listening carefully to every prospective buyer he assists. After garnering a comprehensive understanding of a client's transportation needs, lifestyle, and budget, David does all he can to ensure a pleasant, low-stress purchase experience. Asked to describe his approach to providing service that consistently meets and exceeds customer expectations, he keeps his explanation simple: Doing it the customer's way. That's what Groove Auto is all about. Originally hailing from Palm Beach, Florida, David has had no problem adapting to life in Colorado. Holding a lifelong appreciation for nature, he makes an effort to spend as much time as he can outdoors, regularly driving his Subaru Outback up into the mountains for a day of recreational hiking. David names music and travel as two of his other major interests.

    i     groove on music

  • Dmitriy Diadichkin
    Dmitriy Diadichkin
    303 761 7453

    i groove on gaming

  • Jason Bade
    Jason Bade
    303 761 7453

    i groove on golfing

  • Jeff
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  • Jimmy Vidger
    Jimmy Vidger
    303 761 7453

    i groove on hellacopters

  • John Hamel
    John Hamel
    303 761 7453

    i groove on golfing

  • Josh Trownsell
    Josh Trownsell
    303 761 7453

    i groove on fishing

  • Mike Sohayda
    Mike Sohayda
    303 761 7453

    i groove on vacations

  • Patrick Hatanaka
    Patrick Hatanaka
    303 761 7453

    i groove on golfing

  • Tavuit Dekermanjian
    Sales Representative
    Tavuit Dekermanjian
    303 761 7453

    A Sales Representative at Groove Subaru since 2010, Tavit "David" Dekermanjian originally hails from Beirut, Lebanon. Prior to embarking on a career in the automotive industry, Tavit worked as an aerospace engineer, maintaining a leadership position in Manufacturing Operations. Considering customer education to be an important aspect of his job at Groove Auto, Tavit goes to great lengths to provide his customers with an extensive array of information about the new car or truck they purchase, approaching every sale with the goal of facilitating a long-standing relationship with the buyer.

    Utilizing his technical know-how to the fullest, Tavit is also working to streamline internal data processing strategy at Groove Auto, an undertaking that improves upon the dealership's already excellent customer service capabilities.

    Tavit loves living in Denver for a number of reasons, noting that he particularly appreciates the city's pristine public spaces and wealth of recreational activities. Outside of his job at Groove Auto, Tavit can usually be found out on the town at a great restaurant or movie theater, or simply relaxing at home, surfing the Internet. For his next vacation, Tavit plans on taking a road trip to Las Vegas, Nevada.
     
    i groove on cars & travel

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  • Tom Kim
    Sales Representative
    Tom Kim
    303 761 7453

    Born and raised in Pueblo, Colorado, Tom Kim brings over five years of experience in the automotive industry to his role at Groove Subaru. Currently, Tom serves as a Sales Representative at the Denver-based dealership, distinguishing himself as a standout salesman by his enthusiasm and can-do attitude.

    Committed to making sure that each and every customer he assists at Groove Auto drives away completely satisfied with their new car or truck, Tom prides himself on maintaining the stellar reputation that sets Groove apart from the competition. For Tom, great service only begins with the initial sale or lease process. Encouraging his clients to contact him with any need or concern they might have, Tom places a great deal of value on fostering relationships with his customers at Groove that stand the test of time.

    A laid back individual, Tom can usually be found relaxing at home in his spare time.

    i groove on fishing

  • Frank Baca
    Lot Technician

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    Working in the automotive industry for just over a year, Frank R. Baca became a member of the Groove Auto family in the summer of 2011. Now serving as a Lot Technician at Groove's Denver-based Subaru dealership, he always goes to extra mile to get the job done right. For Frank, interacting with the enthusiastic staff and fantastic customers stands apart as a major highlight of working at Groove. Like the rest of his colleagues at the state's leading auto dealer, Frank puts the client first in every situation, acutely aware that the rest of his team depends on him to ensure seamless daily management of the dealership's lot and showroom floor. A Colorado resident since birth, Frank considers himself very lucky to live in Denver. Friendly people, perfect weather, gorgeous natural surroundings, great food, and a bustling cultural scene all make his list as just a handful of the many reasons he couldn't imagine moving anywhere else. In terms of his personal choice in vehicles, Frank presently drives a Lincoln LS, although he says he certainly wouldn't pass up the chance to get behind the wheel of a high-performance sports car ? a Lamborghini to be exact.

  • Harrison Carrol
    Lot Attendant

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    Presently functioning as a Lot Attendant at Groove Auto's Denver Subaru dealership, Harrison "H" Carroll just recently joined the company's service team. New to the automotive industry, Harrison looks forward to expanding his professional horizons, noting his eagerness to take on the wide range of challenges that his position entails. Born and raised in Colorado, Harrison grew up in Littleton, and although he has nothing but fond memories of his hometown, he can't imagine a better place to live than Denver. In addition to making the most of the countless recreational activities readily available within the city proper, Harrison is always game for taking a drive up into the mountains to enjoy the gorgeous natural expanses surrounding the metropolitan area. Bringing an upbeat attitude with him wherever he goes, Harrison has a sense of adventure that draws him to the open road. Plotting the route for an upcoming road trip, he plans on driving down to Texas to visit Austin and Houston. A sports fan and athlete in his own right, Harrison tries to remain as active as possible. During his high school years, he excelled at both lacrosse and football.

  • Erik Eikenbary
    Sales Representative

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    Erik "Ike" Eikenbary joins the Groove auto family as a sales guide. Hailing from Ohio, Ike was an All-American swimmer and has since been a long time competitive swim coach. Ike loves Denver for its proximity to the mountains and its one-of-a-kind live music scene.  Currently, Ike drives a Subaru Outback, but dreams of owning a 1976 Corvette Stingray. Ike's ideal road trip would be down the West Coast, beginning in Alaska and finishing in sunny San Diego. When not selling cars at Groove Auto, you can find Ike in the Mountains with his family.

  • Joseph Lesher
    Sales Rpresentative

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    303 761 7453

    Joining the Groove Auto sales team is Joseph Lesher.  New to the automotive industry, Joe brings with him 19 years of insurance experience. A Colorado native, Joe loves Denver for its sunshine and mountain views. Currently driving a Subaru Outback, Joe dreams of one day driving a Porsche 911 Turbo. His ideal road trip would be with his kids, in a motor home, traveling California and all the way into Mexico. Joe loves camping with his family on his time off.

  • Tom Hatch
    Sales Representative

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    New to Groove Auto is Tom Hatch, joining the sales team. Just starting out in the auto industry, Tom drives a Subaru Outback wagon, but hopes to one day drive a 1968 Chevy Super Sport. Tom's ideal road trip would be cross-continental, from San Francisco to Key West, stopping at all the amazing places along the way. When not selling cars at Groove Auto, you can find Tom enjoying the Colorado climate either out fishing or watching a Rockies game.

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  • Logan Wakefield

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  • Austin Friedhoff

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  • Walter Morris

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  • Dennis Jacobsen

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  • Eugene Fuller

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  • Jeff Lombardo

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  • Bailey Martens

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