Meet our Staff
Sales
Jimmy Lojas
Sales Manager
Hello my name is Jim Lojas. I am the Used Car Sales Manager at BMW of Schererville. I have been in the automotive Industry for 13 years. I started as a entry level porter and moved up through sales to my current position as a Sales Manager. Over the 13 years in my career I have recieved several mark of Excellence Awards. If you have any questions I can answer them just send me an email or call me. I hope to see you soon at BMW of Schererville. Thank you for visiting our website.
Berto Soria
Sales Manager
I have been in the retail auto industry for 12 years and have been very fortunate to be involved with BMW over the last decade. During my first 8 years with this company, my role was in sales as a client advisor and the last 2 years as a sales manager. In May of 2000 I began selling BMWs because I knew that it was a great product and had a very loyal following. It didn’t take me long to realize how deep BMW enthusiasts cared for this company, its products, and the brand image. Since then, I have owned 7 BMWs and have been completely won over by “The Ultimate Driving Machine”.
As biased as it may sound, the level of driving enjoyment offered by these vehicles is second to none and is figuratively addictive. I wholeheartedly believe that even if I wasn’t involved in the auto industry, I would still love these cars. That being said, I am now a “Beemer” enthusiast and probably always will be.
Jimmie Page
Internet Sales Director
My name is Jimmie Page Internet Sales Director with BMW of Schererville. I have been in the Auto Industry for over 15 Years 8 of which have been strictly Internet based. I have received several awards in many different areas of the car Business. I am also a BMW, GM and Ford Certified Internet Manager. Here at BMW of Schererville we will beat any Dealers Price that you can find. Give us a try you will not be disappointed. We are here to make your buying experience an easy and educated process. Contact me at anytime to set up your own personal appointment or for any questions you may have. My Direct Line is 219-864-3390 or send me an email at jpage@bmwsch.com. I am looking forward to seeing you here at BMW of Schererville...
Chris Hardaway
Client Advisor
My name is Chris Hardaway with BMW of Schererville. I have been with the BMW Brand for 10 years serving customers in the south suburbs of Chicago and Northwest Indiana.
Over the years I have obtained hundreds of satisfied customers and assisted them in the purchase of their dream car, The Ultimate Driving Machine. I have won many awards from BMW of North America such as the prestige’s Profiles in achievement as well as Salesperson of the year for 2006, 2008, and 2009.
BMW is the kind of company that I can see myself being a part of for a long time. There is definitely brand loyalty not only with our clients but with the sales force as well. I look forward to seeing you here at BMW of Schererville.
Bruce Guidotti
Client Advisor
My name is Bruce Guidotti and I have been a BMW Client Advisor for close to 25 years in the same location. Over the decades, I have been fortunate to develop many, many relationships which have turned into close friendships. My philosophy in the automobile business is to treat everyone with the courtesy and respect they deserve, whether they are here to purchase a new 7 Series or a Pre-Driven vehicle. It makes no difference.
We strive to make the most popular BMW’s available for immediate delivery. If I don’t have the particular color or option here that you want, I can trade from other locations, usually within a day or so. We also have some of the finest Pre-Owned BMW’s available here on our premises.
Thanks for visiting my website. Please stop back often as my inventory changes daily. BMW Financial Services always offers special financing and leasing packages designed to make the Ultimate Driving Machine even more affordable for everyone.
Best wishes and I am looking forward to seeing you here at our dealership.
Bruce Guidotti
BMW of Schererville
Joe Holewa
Client Advisor
Hi, my name is Joe Holewa. I have been with BMW since 1999 as both a Client Advisor and Business Manager. In that time, I have received top notch training from the best automobile manufacturer in the world. In turn, I take pride in passing my knowledge on to my clients so they can make an informed buying decision.
Here at BMW of Schererville they also provide me with all the tools I need to take care of the best customers in the world. If you are looking for a great buying experience I can assure you that this is the place to find it. From allowing us to calculate fair market based payments at our desk, to giving customers top dollar for their trade we have it all. Customers always comment on how easy I make the buying process. Come in to see why I have received BMW’s top sales honor the Platinum Podium Award. Of the some 4000 client advisors in the United States only 140 qualified for this award based on Customer Satisfaction, sales volume and training credits.
Come in to take a look at the Ultimate Driving Machine and experience the ultimate buying experience.
Justin Stubblefield
Client Advisor
Hello my name is Justin Stubblefield and I've been in the car business for 7 years. I have received several awards for outstanding sales. I was once named the number one sales person by gm for the north central region. I aim to treat all my customers with the highest regards even after the purchase. Call me or email for your next purchase. You wont regret it.
Justin Stubblefield
Rich Puskarich
Client Advisor
Hello my name is Rich Puskarich and I started my career in the Auto Industry in 1998. The last 10 years in the high-end Luxury Segment. My philosophy has always been to form a great relationship with all my clients weather they see me in the showroom or away from the dealership. My passion with BMW began back in 1996 when I purchased my very first BMW from Bruce Guidotto. I learned early from Bruce that buying a car from a great dealership was secondary compared to the friendship that soon followed. I enjoyed the experience so much I wanted to join the BMW staff here at BMW of Schererville and share my passion. One thing you will discover about BMW of Schererville is when you visit the level of attention you will receive whether you are here for a test drive, service or simply to pick up a brochure, your experience will always be the great. Thank you for visiting BMW of Schererville.
Hope to see you soon!
Rich Puskarich
Client Advisor
rpuskarich@bmwsch.com
219-864-7333
Tommy Coffaro
Client Advisor
Hello my name is Thomas Coffaro and I have been in the Automotive Business for 23 years. I have received several awards for outstanding Client Advisor 6 years running with GM. My job as a Client Advisor is to treat everyone with respect & courtesy they deserve. The rest will fall into place, whether its New, Preowned or just taking a tour of our beautiful dealership! Thank you for visiting BMW of Schererville for your automotive needs. Hope to hear from you soon!
Thomas Coffaro
Client Advisor
tcoffaro@bmwsch.com
219-864-7333
Chad Dixon
Client Advisor
Hello my name is Chad Dixon, I have been in the auto industry for about 6 months now. I have been studying the auto industry for about 5 years however. My philosophy is to ask the right questions of my customers to better serve them. Also to make sure that my customers make the most informed and correct purchase that fits the needs identified. Our goal here at BMW of Schererville is to treat every person that walks through the door as a close friend and make them feel at home. If you are considering a BMW please come visit us here at BMW of Schererville, you will not be disappointed. Thank you for visiting our website.
Nichole Laxton
Internet Sales Specialist
Hello my name is Nichole, I have been employed in the Automotive Business for over 8 years. I have always been a Phone and Internet Sales Consultant through out my time in the Auto Industry. The Automotive Business is always changing, and the Internet Department has come a LONG way. The Internet Department has become a very BIG part of the dealership because of the New Technology, everybody, I mean EVERYBODY shops online today! Contact me at any time so I can show you what BMW of Schererville CUSTOMER SERVICE is all about! Hope to hear from you soon!
Nichole Laxton
BMW of Schererville
www.bmwinschererville.com
nlaxton@bmwsch.com
DIR - 219-864-3390
Christopher Ofcky
Internet Sales Specialist
My name is Christopher Ofcky, and I am a recent addition to the Internet Department here at BMW of Schererville. I am currently an Internet Sales Specialist, and have been working in the automotive industry for the past three years; I have been working with the internet for significantly longer. I am a Criminal Justice Administration Major at the University of Phoenix Online, and balance both school and work full-time, loving them equally!
As a member of the BMW Internet team, it’s my job to assist customers in finding that special vehicle, and pairing them with a client advisor that can truly make their test drive a wonderful experience. The BMW is the Ultimate Driving Machine, and our staff truly represents that with unparalleled dedication to our customers. One of the best things about BMW of Schererville is that the customer is put first – from our Number One Service Department, to our Client Advisors and Internet Team, the customer is never far from our minds. Every morning, I feel great when I come to work because I know we’ll be working for the customer.
I hope to see all of you browsing these videos and biographies very soon! Chances are, if you submit some information through our awesome website, I’m one of the people that you’ll be contacting. I can’t wait! Thanks so much for visiting, and I’ll be speaking with you soon!
Christopher Ofcky
BMW of Schererville
www.bmwinschererville.com
chriso@bmwsch.com
219-864-3390
Diane Vellender
Controller
I have been employed in the Automobile business for over 30 years. My experience comes from involvement with both General Motors and BMW Franchises. As a College student I started as a part-time cashier, never dreaming this industry would be my life career. I have been fortunate in receiving on the job mentorship and achieving higher education degrees. Over the years I have worked in each department at the dealership. This has been valuable for my current position as Comptroller. As in any business forcasts, budgets, and auditing must be done. Typically the office is an invisible part of the car dealerships, but it is the most IMPORTANT. Other departments depend on information provided by the office to properly perform their jobs and offer superior customer satisfaction. Most of the time Comptrollers are the most hated person at the business, but someone has to do it!
Diane Vellender
Sandy Mayer
Director of Human Recourses
My name is Sandy Mayer with BMW of Schererville. I have been with BMW for 11 years. I take great pride in working for the best of the auto industry, “The BMW”. I work “behind the scenes” of the business, one of the office personnel. I have a variety of duties involving the inventory of cars on the ground and human resource.
Regarding the inventory, I stock in both new and used vehicles giving the salesman the most up to date inventory available on the ground to you, our customers. Making sure the options, colors and models are all readily available to them.
I look forward to meeting you in the near future at BMW of Schererville.
Danielle Eenigenburg
Cashier
Hi, my name is Danielle Eenigenburg and I am the full-time day cashier here at BMW of Schererville. This was my first job working in the automotive industry and I’ve been with BMW for 2 ½ years. I love dealing with customers because everyone has a different story to tell. I can’t tell you how many people gave me advise that I didn’t even know just because of what they went through. My job at BMW is dealing with all the loaners and making sure the customer is good to go when they have them. I also take care of the customers once their car is done in service. I receive the paperwork and have the customer sign it and they’re on their way. The one thing I really enjoy about BMW is the fact they have “Full Maintenance” and so they pay nothing at the time of service.
And in my time outside of BMW as of March 27, 2010 I will be a newlywed.
Thank you for visiting our website!!
Miranda Redenbaugh
Cashier
I am a full-time college student at Purdue and part-time night cashier here at BMW of Schererville. I have been working here for several years and enjoy giving outstanding customer service to all our customers that visit us. Thank You.
William Laboy
Delivery Coordinator
My name is William Laboy. I am the Delivery Coordinator for BMW of Schererville. I have been in the automotive business for 9 years. My job is to go over the features and functions of the vehicle with the customers after purchase. I hope I get the opportunity to meet with you soon. Thank you for choosing BMW of Schererville for your automotive needs.
Finance
Rachel Palango
Finance Manager
Hi, my name is Rachel Palango. I have been with BMW since 2008. I am currently the Finance Manager with BMW of Schererville. My favorite part of this job is the moment a customers finds the perfect car.
I previously worked in the finance department as the Assistant Finance Manager taking care of customers purchase and leasing needs. I also worked as the Title Clerk in the main office. In this position I was responsible for processing title and registration. I liked this position because it was very detail oriented. I also spent time learning to cashier.
I love working at BMW of Schererville because we have a superior product to offer and customer service to match.
Service
Howard Dwan
Service Director
Hello, my name is Howard Dwan. I am the Service Director here at BMW of Schererville. I have been in the Automotive Industry for 32 years; 27 of those years I have been a Parts & Service Director. My experience in the auto industry has been with GM, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Hyundai and most of all BMW, the Ultimate Driving Machine. I have a received many awards throughout my years in the Auto Industry. I have been married for 28 years and had the joy of having two great children. I have one hobby and that is Drag Racing. The best part of drag racing is I see and hear all the new technology of the Ultimate Driving Machine. I am here to answer all your questions and concerns, please contact me directly at 219-864-7333. Thank you for choosing BMW of Schererville for your automotive needs.
Howard Dwan
Service Director
hdwan@bmwsch.com
Kristy Murphy
Service Advisor
I have been involved in the auto industry since 1992, with experience ranging from performing maintenance tasks, to washing cars, to estimating and handling insurance claims. My current position as a service consultant enables me to assist customers through the entire service visit, beginning with the initial appointment set up through completion by delivering a repaired and well-maintained car. My goal in my position is to provide exceptional service to every BMW customer by efficiently handling that entire process. I also assist customers understand and take advantage of all of the excellent features on their BMW’s by demonstrating these features and giving a hand when needed. I also act on customers’ behalf with insurance and extended warranty claims, making the processes as easy and convenient as possible.
On a personal note, I too enjoy driving a BMW (Z4 roadster) and am passionate about keeping it performing and looking perfect! I can completely relate to the relationship my customers have with their BMW’s too! I enjoy nothing more in my leisure time than to drop the top, turn up the tunes, and go for a “sporty” cruise.
Paul Harding
Service Advisor
As a service Advisor of BMW of Schererville, I would like to introduce my self. My name is Paul Harding and I am very excited about being back in the Northwest Indiana/Chicagoland area. This is an incredible place to share with family and friends, I love the culture the great Chicago and collegiate sports teams. (GO CUBS) The diverse Music, and the incredible food, I have been involved in the automotive industry for 12 years and fortunate to be involved with BMW for 6 years.
As part of BMW of Schererville staff, we strive for excellence and are dedicated to supplying an exciting and rewarding atmosphere for all employees, which in turn reflects on a superior and premium service experience for you. I invite you to come in, to get to know our friendly, knowledgeable, and professional sales and service staff. I look forward to building a long lasting relationship in out world of the Ultimate Driving Machine
Thank you
Paul Harding
pharding@bmwsch.com
John Richerme
Service Advisor
MY NAME IS JOHN RICHERME. I AM A SERVICE CONSULTANT FOR BMW OF SCHERERVILLE. I HAVE BEEN IN THE AUTOMOTIVE BUSSINESS FOR 19 YEARS, AND HAVE BEEN A SERVICE
CONSULTANT FOR 16 YEARS.MY JOB AS A SERVICE CONSULTANT IS TO ADVISE CUSTOMERS OF THEIR SERVICE NEEDS, AND COMMUNICATE WITH THE CSUTOMER THROUGH THE SERVICE PROCESS. I LOOK FORWARD TO HAVING THE OPPORTUNITY TO SERVICE YOUR VEHICLE, AND I AM ALSO AVAILIBLE TO ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS THAT YOU MAY HAVE. THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING BMW OF SCHERERVILLE FOR YOUR SERVICE NEEDS.
Thank You
John Richerme
BMW of Schererville
Service Advisor
219)864-7333
jricherme@bmwsch.com
Sam Vukas
Warranty/3g Administrator
I got my start in the automotive industry at a very young age. I grew up around cars thanks to my dad who has been in the automotive salvage industry for as long as I can remember. As I got older I began to rebuild cars with him. Some cars we rebuilt to be driven by family members or we sold them for a profit. The first vehicle I ever owned my dad and I built. After that I became student at Lake Central High School and joined the Automotive Technology class. I took that class the remainder of my high school years and learned as much as I possibly could. During which time I was a cook at a local pizza place and everyday when I would leave work I would go out of my way to drive past the BMW dealership. Since I could remember I always had a passion for BMW’s and eventually that turned into a desire to work at a BMW dealership. So eventually I got a part time job at the dealership as a detailer. I have worked my way up from detailing cars and now I am the Warranty Administrator and Dispatcher.
The best part about my job is that even though I unfortunately don’t work on the cars, I work directly with the technicians all day so it keeps me close enough to the action in the shop to keep me happy. I also work with our service consultant team to make sure the “Warranty” portion of the repair process is carried out correctly. I’ve been working for BMW for about 3 years now and enjoy it very much. It’s a great product with great service.
Sam Vukas @ BMW of Schererville
Warranty/3g Administrator
(219) 864-3342
James Lavigne
BMW Certified Technician
I started working on cars when I was about 12 years old at my father's full service gas stations. I have been a BMW Certified Technician since 1997. Besides working on on BMW's, I enjoy working on race cars and motorcycles. I look forward to helping our customers with their automotive needs.
Dan Phillips
BMW Certified Technician
Hello, my name is Dan Phillips. I have been in the Automotive Industry for 13 years and with BMW since 2009. Through the years of being in the automotive industry I have been certified in ASE, Jaguar, BMW and Clean Air Car Check. I am a big fan of the M series and love the performance of the vehicle. The FREE MAINTENANCE for BMW is the BEST thing that a manufacture came up with. Just to get a little personal, I have been married for 6 years and am expecting my 1st son in May. (VERY EXCITING), and love to cruse Lake Michigan. If you need any type of service done just send us an email or give us a call. Here at BMW of Schererville we want to make your visit, regarding the circumstance’s the BEST!!! Thank you for choosing BMW of Schererville for your automotive needs; hope to hear from you soon!
Dan Phillips
BMW Certified Technician
Grayson Biehn
BMW Certified Technician
I have been in the auto repair business for 15 years. I started in an independent shop then moved into dealerships. I am a master Tech for Hyundai. I have been working for BMW for 4 years and I am a level 2 tech.
Conor O'Brien
BMW Certified Technician
My name is Coner O'Brien. I have been a BMW Technician for 4 years, graduated from Universal Technical Institute in 2005 and have been at BMW ever since. Before graduating from UTI, I had worked in an independent shop since 2003. I have been married since May 2009 and do not yet have children.
Any questions or concerns that you have please don't hesitate to call. Thank you for visiting bmwinschererville.com
Conor O'Brien
Jason Muller
Certified Technician.
I have been a BMW Service Technician for 10 years. I am currently the BMW of Schererville Shop Foreman. I have been working at this dealership for 8 years. When I am not here, I am with my wife and two boys. We enjoy being out on a boat during the summer. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to service your BMW.
Chris Kelley
BMW Certified Technician
First thing, I would like to say Thank You for visiting our website!!! I’ve been a Factory Trained BMW technician for 10 years. I am here 5 days a week and sometimes 6 days to take care of your needs! So if you own a BMW and require any type of service, just give us a call, or just stop on by and I’ll be here to assist you. Thank you again for visiting our Website!
Chris Kelley
Robert Hernandez
Porter
Hello My name is Robert Hernandez I am a Porter at BMW of Schererville. I have worked in the auto industry for 15 years. This being my first year with BMW. When I am not here I enjoy going to concerts and auto races.
Giachinno Rizzo
Porter
Hi my name is Gio. I am a Porter here at BMW of Schererville. I have been working at BMW for three years. My job is to deliver cutomers personal cars to them after they leave service. I also prep new cars that have been sold. My favorite part of working at BMW is to help with outstanding customer service to out customers. I look forward to seeing you here at BMW of Scherervile.
Parts
Stephen O'Meara
Parts Manager
My name is Stephen O'Meara. I am the Parts Manager. I have worked in the Automotive Industry for 10 years, 8 of those years I have been with BMW. I started at the Parts counter and moved my way up into management. If you have a questions about BMW parts and/or accessories please give me a call and let me help you out.
Scott Sterkowitz
Parts Specialist
I have been in the Automotive Parts business for over 30 years. I have been a BMW parts specialist for nine years. I enjoy working with quality high line automobiles and watching the enjoyment of first time BMW owners. Thank you for visiting our website.
Christopher Callahan
Parts Specialist
My name is Christopher Callahan. I have been at this dealership for almost 3 years and it has been a great experience since day one. I started here as a porter, did that for a couple years, then moved up to the Parts department as the Parts delivery driver and currently work the Parts counter. It is a great atmosphere here at BMW of Schererville. All the employees are wonderful to work with.
Christopher Callahan
Parts Department
Mr Big Dog
Parts Wholesale Manager
The Big Dog will bark away at your parts.. Call Now before they get eaten. Dir Line - 800-653-9742
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