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Management

Gary Schulze
General Manager
512-371-1155

Gary has been in the automotive business for over 40 years. Gary has extensive managerial experience with the Porsche Brand in Austin, Dallas and Houston.

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Steve Schermerhorn
Fixed Operations Director
512 -483-7917

Steve has lived in Austin since 1976. He has worked at German luxury automotive dealerships for over 29 years, and has been with us for over 7 years now. He enjoys working for Porsche Austin where the customers are passionate about what they drive and the employees are proud of the brand they work for.

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Christian Ames
General Sales Manager
512-483-7949

I was born in Newport Beach California and moved to Austin in 2019. I have been in the industry for 29 years. In my spare time I enjoy spending time cycling, playing golf and taking a drive through the Texas Hill Country in my 911.

Having been with Porsche for 17 years it is my personal commitment that the Porsche customers both current and new to the brand receive the proper Porsche Experience. Buying or Leasing a Porsche is a celebration! Porsche Passion!

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Jacob Steger
New Car Sales Manager
512-483-7926

Jacob is originally from Temple, Texas, and moved to Austin in 2013. He has been in the industry for 13 years, previously working at Mercedes-Benz and Audi. He joined our team in 2020, and is currently our New Car Sales Manager. In his free time, Jacob enjoys golfing and fishing.

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Shaun Jones
Internet Sales Manager
512-783-7914

Shaun is an Austin native, and a Marine Corps infantry veteran. He is an avid car enthusiast and spends time at local car events on the weekends. He has been with Porsche Austin since 2016, and loves working with the best brand in the world. 

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Robert Castro
Service Manager
512-483-7953

Robert recently moved to Austin from San Antonio. He has been in the European Luxury car business for over 20 years. 

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Josh Shorter
Parts Manager
512-483-7908

Josh is from Washington and moved to Austin in the fall of 2020. He has been in the industry for over 11 years, and joined our team when he moved here. Josh has an associates degree in Automotive Technology, and enjoys the outdoors in his free time.

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Eliseo Mendoza
Customer Experience Manager
512-483-7919

Eliseo was raised in Mexico City, and moved to Austin in 2003. He's been in the industry since 1985, and has been with Porsche Austin for over a year now. Eli began restoring vintage motorcycles at 13, and by 15 he had built his first Cobra kit car. He began his racing career in 1988, and turned to Open Wheel racing on 3 different continents. He owned and promoted a motor racing road course, built and ran the Audi Driving Experience program at COTA, and is a Certified Porsche Cars North America Driving Instructor - active with the Porsche Track Experience. Eli is devoted to teaching the Art & Science of competition, high performance, and safe driving/Car Control. In his free time, Eli  is an avid snowboarder, practicing ice & roller hockey, and sim racer.

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Sales

Gerald Shillow JR
Porsche Brand Ambassador
512-483-7925

Gerald enjoys helping customers find their dream car. When he is not at work he likes trying new restaurants.

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Brendan Sipple
Porsche Brand Ambassador
512-483-7936

Brendan is a Porsche Brand Ambassador and has been in the luxury automotive business for over 20 years. Brendan has been an avid fan of the Porsche brand since he was a child. Brendan has been a single parent now for 18 years. His son Brendan Paul is aspiring to become a Pro motocross racer, living and training full time now in California. Brendan brings a high level of expertise and knowledge to his clients and the Porsche buying experience.

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Nick Gentile
Porsche Brand Ambassador
512-483-7938

Nick was born and raised in Columbus Ohio and has been with the Porsche brand for 6 years. He joined Porsche Austin in 2019 and achieved Brand Ambassador Status with Porsche. Outside of the dealership, he enjoys spending time on the golf course and hiking around Austin with his wife and dog.

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Anthony Vincent
Porsche Brand Ambassador
512-483-7942

Anthony is a dedicated Porsche Brand Ambassador at Porsche Austin, joining the team in April 2021 after relocating from Utah in 2019. He is passionate about the Porsche brand and community, and above all, values the long-term relationships he builds with his clients. Outside of work, he cherishes spending quality time with his son, whether it's watching or playing sports, or exploring new food around the city.


 


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Ross Brown
Porsche Brand Ambassador
512-483-7922

Ross is an Austin native, and has been in the industry for 12 years. In his free time, Ross enjoys spending time with his wife, Rubi, and dog, Woody, as well as taking road trips around Texas, and watching endurance and Formula One racing.

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Brett Rajotte
Porsche Brand Ambassador
512-483-7928

Brett is originally from Connecticut, but moved here from California in early 2021. He has been in the industry for 14 years, with Porsche for 6 years, and has been with Porsche Austin since he moved here. Brett is a Porsche Brand Ambassador, and is passionate about the Porsche Brand in and outside of work- having owned 5 Porsche's himself, including a 1957 356A. In his spare time, Brett enjoys spending time with his family.

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Ozzy Tosunoglu
Porsche Brand Ambassador
512-483-7927

Ozzy, a Turkish native and lifelong entrepreneur, entered the car business in 2010 and has been a valued team member at Porsche Austin since February 2022. He brings over a decade of automotive expertise and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. Outside of work, Ozzy enjoys a fulfilling family life with his lovely wife, two boys, and their playful Golden Doodle puppy.


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Sean Shields
Porsche Brand Ambassador
512-483-7941

Sean began his career in the car business in 2017 and has been a dedicated member of the Porsche Austin team since February 2022. Originally from Washington state, Sean balances his professional life with a passion for health and fitness and cherishes time spent with his twin boys and family.


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Oscar Garcia
Porsche Brand Ambassador
512-483-7924

Oscar is a racing enthusiast and enjoys all the unique vehicles we have at Porsche Austin.

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Joeleen Jones
Porsche Brand Ambassador
512-483-7957

Joeleen Jones recently joined Porsche Austin from Mercedes Benz. Having lived in Germany for 20 years, she is excited and thankful to be a part of the passionate Porsche community! 

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Jack Gabel
Porsche Brand Ambassador
512-483-7921

Jack has been with Porsche Austin since 2023 and is excited to help you find your next Porsche or pre-owned vehicle at Porsche Austin!

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Dylan Bell
Porsche Brand Ambassador
512-483-7918

Dylan loves spending time with his family when he is at home. He enjoys watching classic movies.

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Nazish Shabaz
Professional Porsche Sales Consultant
512-371-1155

Nazish enjoys eating at new restaurants in Austin. 

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Cade Copeland
Delivery Specialist
512-483-7919

Cade enjoys working at Porsche Austin and meeting new people. He spends time working on his car on the weekends.

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Tyler Branham
Vehicle Transporter
512-371-1155

Tyler enjoys driving all over Texas delivering new Porsches to our clients. 

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Juan Parades
Inventory Manager
512-371-1155

Juan is an Austin native and has been in the industry for over two years. He has been with Porsche Austin since October 2020. In his free time, he enjoys exploring Austin.

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Service

Alan Salinas
Porsche Service Advisor
512-483-7963

Originally from South Texas, Alan has called Austin home for the past seven years. Prior to his current role as a Service Advisor, Alan served as a Certified Porsche Tech at Porsche Austin, honing his expertise in automotive service and care. Outside of work, Alan finds solace spending time at the lake, embracing the tranquility of nature.

His personal favorite, the 911 GT3RS, reflects his appreciation for high-performance vehicles. Fluent in Spanish, Alan ensures seamless communication and assistance for a diverse range of customers. With a wealth of experience and a passion for automotive excellence, Alan is dedicated to providing top-tier service and support to clients at Hi Tech Motorcars.

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Josh Grooms
Porsche Service Advisor
512-483-7907

Josh was born in Mississippi, but moved to Austin with his family when he was young. He has been in the industry for 14 years, and has been with Porsche Austin since 2019. His family was in the automotive industry, so he grew up around the trade. In his free time, Josh enjoys shark fishing and building.

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Adam Elwood
Porsche Service Advisor
512-483-7983

Adam enjoys camping and riding motorcyles.

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Brett Weldon
Porsche Service Advisor
512-483-7912

Brett enjoys going to Classic Car shows and Drag Racing. He likes spending time with his family and living in Austin.

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Bryan Mendoza
Porsche Service Advisor
512-483-7952

Bryan enjoys photography and all the exciting vehicles at Porsche Austin.

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Kyle Welter
Porsche Service Advisor
512-483-7955

Kyle recently moved here from Arizona. He enjoys spending time with his family on the weekends. Kyle was also a college baseball player.

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Rachel Silva
Warranty Administrator
512-483-7903

Rachel enjoys working at Porsche Austin and spending time with family after work.

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Sumer MacFarlane
Service Booker
512-483-7929

Sumer is a German car enthusiast and is excited to join the Porsche Austin team!

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Alizee Macias
Warranty Booking
512-483-7962

Alizee is from El Paso TX.  In my free time I enjoy Gardening, Cooking or spending time with family and friends.

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Maria Luz Medrano
Warranty assistant
512-371-1155

Maria enjoys going to State Parks on the weekends.

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Alexa Gonzalez
Loaner Admin
512-483-7954

Alexa can assist you with your Porsche Loaner vehicle at your next service appointment at Porsche Austin.

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Major Sobczak
Loaner Admin
512-483-7954

Major is a Lead Valet at Porsche Austin, ensuring all vehicles are promptly and accurately accounted for.

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Adrianna Munoz
Service Cashier
512-483-7959

Adrianna enjoys Pilates and running outside of work.

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Gianmarco Sellers
Service Valet
512-371-1155

Gianmarco enjoys watching sports in his spare time.

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Reggie Arceo
Service Valet
512-371-1155

Reggie is a Porsche enthusiast and he is driving his own 911 when he is not working. 

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Luca Avogaro
Service Valet
512-371-1155

Luca enjoys going to the Texas beaches whenever he gets the opportunity.

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Parts

Joe Hernandez
Wholesale Parts Specialist
512-483-7972

Joe enjoys going to car races and spending time with friends.

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Jose Picon
Parts Associate
512-483-7947

Jose joined the Porsche Austin family in 2023 and can help you find the perfect part for your Porsche vehicle.

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Casey Brady
Parts Associate
512-483-7982

Casey is an Austin native, and has been in the industry for almost 6 years now. He's been with Porsche Austin for 4 years now, and previously worked for a custom auto shop here in Austin. In his free time, he enjoys fishing, working on his cars, playing instruments, and just exploring the nature in and around Austin.

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John Davies
Parts Associate
512-483-7973

John enjoys going to races at COTA. 

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Aaron Hajke
Warehouse Manager
512-371-1155

Aaron enjoys reading and learning about History is his spare time.

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Finance

Erick Diaz
Finance Manager
512-483-7999

Erick recently joined Porsche Austin from the San Marcos Area.

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Ashley Morrison
Finance Manager
512-483-7916

Ashley has been a long time Austinite and enjoys spending time outside hiking in the local parks.

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Sabrina Flores
Assistant
512-371-1155

Sabrina is an Austin native and joined the Porsche Austin in 2023.
She is currently pursuing her Bachelors of Science in Finance at The University of Texas at Austin.
In her free time, Sabrina enjoys spending time on Lake Travis with friends, reading, and trying new food places around Austin.

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Support Staff

Shannon Carpenter
Porsche Host
512-371-1155

Shannon enjoys being outside and visiting all the local parks in Austin.

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Samantha Morris
Reception
512-371-1155

Samantha enjoys attending outdoor concerts in Austin.

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Ashley Eastwood
Reception
512-371-1155

Ashley is currently attending Texas State in San Marcos. Ashley enjoys being a member of our Porsche team here in Austin.

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Lauren Bradley
Barista
512-371-1155

 

Originally from Louisiana, Lauren has been in Austin for the past 2 years. On the clock, Lauren has a passion for coffee crafting and loves coming up with new recipes. Off the clock, she enjoys taking her dog (a very sweet Pitbull named Bhalu) on hikes, collecting CDs with her partner, and enjoying the Barton Springs pool.


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