Meet Our Team

Joe has worked at Yark Automotive Group since 2003. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family and going to sporting events. Joe's favorite place to be is home with his family. 

Ryan has worked at Yark Automotive since 2012. He is married and has two sons. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing and playing with his kids. Ryan says that he cannot live without food and water, of course, but he also cannot live without his family. His favorite place to be is anywhere with a beach. The weirdest job he has ever had was doing landscaping for a graveyard. Ryan's favorite car is a Jeep Wrangler.

Scott has been with Yark Automotive since November 2003. He is married and has a step daughter and twins; son and daughter. Outside of work, Scott plays a lot of golf. One thing he cannot live without is vacationing and having time away to relax. His favorite places to be are St. Pete Beach and Hawaii. The weirdest job he has ever had was working at Chuck E. Cheese when he was 17. Scott's favorite car is a Tesla.

From Toledo, OH, Brian has worked at Yark Automotive since 2007. He has 9 siblings; 7 sisters and 2 brothers, and was raised by his awesome grandparents. He is married and has a son, Cameron, that he calls "Champ". Outside of work, Brian enjoys working in his lawn, playing Madden, and playing basketball with Champ. One thing that he cannot live without is his family; he has lots of them! He says they are so important to him, and they keep him grounded and busy. His favorite place to be is his man cave or his grandma's house, but he loves being home. The weirdest job he has ever had is bagging groceries at FoodTown. It was the first job he ever had and he had a lot of fun with his friends at work. He said he would always get tipped for carrying out groceries, even if it was only one bag! Brian's favorite car is a 2015 Dodge Charger. When it comes to cars, he thinks that great sound systems are a must.

Tom has worked at Yark Automotive since 1999. He has 2 sons that live on Devil's Lake and a son and granddaughter that live in Tampa. Outside of work, Tom enjoys golfing, boating, spending time up at the lake, and teaching classes at Westgate Chapel for adults. One thing that cannot live without is his faith in Christ. Tom's favorite place to be is at home or in Tampa visiting his family. He says he hasn't had any weird jobs, but the most interesting job he had was working for 23 years in ministry, serving others. Tom's favorite car is a Porsche 911.

Brett has worked at Yark Automotive since 2013. He is the youngest in his family and has 3 siblings. His dad also works at Yark! Brett says his family loves animals and they have a couple dogs and a cat. They are also huge Ohio State fans and enjoy going to football games. Outside of work, Brett enjoys hanging out with his friends, boating, trying new restaurants, and traveling to new places. He says he cannot live without the relationships he has with his family and friends. His favorite place to be is on a beach somewhere, relaxing and not doing anything. Brett says that he hasn't really had any weird jobs. He says he has only ever worked at Yark and has had many positions, some more desirable than others like painting buildings, but is appreciative of his experiences. Brett's favorite car is a 2016 McLaren P1.

From Deerfield, MI, Gabe has been at Yark Automotive since 2019. His favorite part of his job is meeting people from all walks of life. He has previously worked in finance and sales at dealerships. In his free time, Gabe enjoys construction and cheering on the Michigan Wolverines. His favorite car is the 96 Porsche 911 Twin Turbo.

Gaige has worked at Yark since 2014. He has a pit bull named Frankie, a Pit/Dachshund mix named Ellie, and a cat named Ghost. Gaige's favorite thing to do outside of work is working on/building cars and doing projects around the house. He cannot live without his friends, family, or cars/trucks. His favorite place to be is the Traverse City Bay area and the western coast of Michigan. The weirdest job he has ever had was when he worked at UPS. He said it makes you realize the kind of stuff that actually happens to those beloved Amazon packages. His favorite car is a 68 Dodge Challenger but he has a soft spot for the Nissan 240SX.

Born and raised in Toledo, Ohio, Jared began working at Yark Automotive in 2020. He formerly spent 11 years in law enforcement and due to being the sole provider for his wife and 2 daughters, he made the decision to switch fields. His family enjoys spending time at Houghton Lake in Michigan. Growing up, his grandfather's nice cars peeked his interest in vehicles. Now, whenever he purchases a car, he asks himself if his grandfather would approve. That connection drives his passion to learn more everyday about cars to provide the best experience for his customers. 

Dave has worked at Yark Automotive since 1999. He and his wife, Julia, have two kids, Jacob and Lexi. His favorite things to do outside of work are reading, scouts, watching movies, spending time with his family, and going to church. One thing that he can't live without is his family, of course. If Dave could be anywhere, he would be somewhere warm or on a high-adventure trip. The weirdest job he has ever had was working at a cemetery. His favorite car is a 1965 Chevy Corvette convertible.

Corey has worked at Yark Automotive since 2011. He has 3 kids, 2 daughters and a son. Outside of work, Corey enjoys golfing, cooking, and spending quality time with his kids. The one thing he cannot live without are his kids. Corey's favorite place to be is Montreal. The weirdest job he has ever had was working as a Mortgage Banker in Easter Market. His favorite car is the first car he had, an '88 Cadillac which he named Clyde.

Brandon has worked at Yark since 2013. He is married and has 3 boys and 2 pit bulls. Outside of work, his favorite things to do are working out, swimming, and sleeping. Brandon says that he can't live without his phone because he likes being connected. If he could be anywhere, he would be somewhere warm, and his favorite place to travel to is Jamaica. The weirdest job he ever had was being a lifeguard. His favorite car is a Hellcat.

Ernie has worked at Yark Automotive since 2015. He has 4 brothers, one of which also work at Yark, and 1 sister. Ernie is married and together they have one child. Ernie says he is very close with his family. Outside of work, Ernie enjoys going to sporting events and traveling. One thing he cannot live without is his family, which is the reason he says he has not moved out west. His favorite place to be is at his home in Mexico. The weirdest job he has ever had is doing outside sales, and he says that on the first day he was robbed and the company car was stolen in Detroit. Ernie's favorite car is his truck or a Mercedes G-Wagon. 

Miguel has worked at Yark since 2016. He says that his family is everything to him, and he has 4 brothers and a sister. He is married and has two children. Outside of work, Miguel spends a lot of time hanging out with his family and doing yard work. One thing he cannot live without is sports, football in particular. He is a huge Raiders fan. Miguel's favorite place to be is at his vacation home in Mexico where he goes once a year. The weirdest job he has ever had is working at a carryout when he was 15. His favorite car is a Dodge Charger.

Dave (also known as "The Guy in Camo") has been with Yark Automotive since 2011. He is married to his wife, Emily and has a son, Caleb, and two daughters, Ellianna and Atleigh. He also has two dogs, Harry Potter and Dobby, and a cat named Bella Swan (from Twilight). He didn't have a say in the pets' names. He spends a lot of time hunting, fishing, farming, watching movies, and raising ducks and quail. The one thing Dave cannot live without is TV. His favorite place to be is in the woods, of course. The weirdest job he has ever had is being an ostrich farmer. His favorite car is a green 1968 Chevelle 396 with a racing stripe.

Ben has been with Yark Automotive since 2013. He really enjoys helping customers with their vehicle needs. 

From Temperance, MI, Jim has been with Yark Automotive since 2021. His first job was at Wing Stop as a prep cook and cashier. He chose the car business because he loves cars and fitting customers needs to their automotive taste. He is in the car business to help make what can be a daunting, time consuming process be efficient, fun and exciting. His love for cars projects on the showroom floor and he enjoys helping people get into the vehicle of their dreams. His hobbies and interests include sports, cars and hanging out with friends on the weekend. His favorite teams are Michigan football, Detroit Lions and Detroit Tigers. His friends would describe him as funny, large and car-guy. Growing up he wanted to be an architect. His favorite car is the 1987 Buick Grand National. His guilty pleasure is watching Vanderpump Rules.

From Toledo, OH, Tim has been with Yark Automotive since 2007. He has 3 daughters and his favorite thing to do is spend time with them. They love to fish, swim, and go to the park. One thing he cannot live without is his kids. Tim's favorite car is his '68 Cadillac Deville Southside.

John has worked at Yark since 2012. He is married and has 3 kids and 2 grandchildren. His favorite things to do outside of work are cooking and hanging out with his family. One thing he cannot live without is time with his family, and his favorite place to be is his backyard. The weirdest job that John has ever had is being the mouse at Chuck E. Cheese when he was 16. His favorite car is a '77 Volkswagen Beetle.

Dave has been with Yark Automotive since 2012. He previously worked selling children's toys at such companies as Mattel and Fisher-Price. His last position was Vice President of Sales. He is married to his best friend, Jennifer and has three children, Ashley, Sydney, and his son, Daniel, who recently passed.

Jeremy has been with Yark Automotive since 1999. He enjoys white-water kayaking in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, with West Virginia being his favorite spot. He also enjoys fly fishing and making his own flies. The most important thing to Jeremy is his family, consisting of his wife, Helen, and his 3 children, Elliott, Abigail, and Eric. Jeremy also has an identical twin brother. 

Greg has been with Yark Automotive since 1998. He is married and has 4 kids, 2 girls and 2 boys, and 6 grandkids. His favorite things to do outside of work are going to church, giving back to the community, exercising, sports, and spending time with his family. One thing Greg cannot live without is his health. His favorite place to be is anywhere on vacation, but he loves Houston, Texas. The weirdest job he has ever had was working at the morgue in the old Riverside Hospital. He does not have one favorite car, but he loves all classic cars.

From Harrod, OH, Matt has been with Yark Automotive since 2003. His favorite part of his job is meeting and interacting with new people every day. His first job was working on his family's farm. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his children, Kale and Adelle, and cheering on the Buckeyes. His favorite thing about cars is that even though they are just for A to B transportation, people work hard to get nice vehicles that they deserve. 

Mel has been with Yark Automotive since 1990. He is married to his wife, Sonya, and has 2 daughters, Crystal and Ashley, and 3 grandkids. Outside of work, Mel spends time building hot rods, specifically '67-'69 Camaros, drag racing, and helping people maintain their homes. He considers himself a handyman. One thing he cannot live without is his dog, Carley, and his toothbrush. Mel's favorite place to be is in St. Pete Beach, Florida or in his shop/garage. The weirdest job he has ever had was being a paper carrier for the Toledo Times when he was 11. He said he would be chased by dogs in the neighborhood. Mel's favorite car is a '69 Camaro.

Born and raised in Toledo, OH, Grant has been with Yark Automotive since 2012. His greatest achievement is his family. He is blessed with a beautiful wife and three great kids. He loves cars and traveling! 

From Ottawa Lake, MI, Steve has been with Yark Automotive since 2014. He now lives in Toledo, OH with most of his family living close by. Steve has 3 sisters, a brother that passed away, and parents that have been married over 60 years. He has a wife, Hannah, whom he married in 2019. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing and traveling to Vegas or any golf destination, for that matter. One thing he could not live without is steak and seafood. Steve's favorite place to be is on the first tee of any golf course, but his favorite is Arcadia Bluffs. The weirdest job he has ever had is working for Midwest Products. Steve's favorite car is a BMW 5 series.

Tyler has been with Yark Automotive since 2013. He has 2 sisters, 4 nieces, and 2 nephews that he enjoys spending time with, and his dad lives in Florida. Outside of work, his favorite things to do are boating, fishing, and anything outdoors. One thing Tyler cannot live without is boating on Lake Erie, and his favorite place to be is on the beach. The weirdest job he ever had was cleaning grain elevators. Tyler's favorite car is a Dodge Challenger.

Rob has been with Yark Automotive since 2012. He and his wife, Josie, have 2 daughters and a son, who also works at Yark. His favorite things to do outside of work are playing baseball, softball and watching sports. One thing Rob cannot live without is his family. His favorite place to be is the Outer Banks. The weirdest job he has ever had is working at a landfill. Rob's favorite car is a 1993 Ford Lightning.

KC has been with Yark Automotive since 2007. He is married to his wife, Nicole and has 2 sons and 2 golden retrievers. His favorite things to do outside of work are fishing and playing softball. He says that he can't live without food, especially tacos. KC's favorite place to be is at home, just relaxing. The weirdest job KC has ever had was working underneath a house.

From Toledo, OH, Joe has been with Yark Automotive since 2020. He has a German Shepard named Hans and his very first job was working as a lifeguard at Willy's pool. He chose his current field as a service advisor because it's exciting and allows him to help people. His hobbies and interests include scuba diving, deep sea fishing, writing and vacationing. His favorite sports team is Notre Dame. His friends would describe him as passionate, funny and dedicated. When he was younger he wanted to be a film director or business owner. His favorite car is the Audi R8 and his favorite thing about cars is the ability they give to allow you to be adventurous. Joe is always dedicated to try his best, and creating a great experience to anyone he interacts with.

Originally from Holly, MI, Jay moved to Bowling Green, OH over 20 years ago. He has worked at Yark since 2020 and his favorite part of the job is helping people through tough situations with their vehicles. He could not live without his dogs, Snickers and Blue Bear. He loves to BBQ and listen to music when he's not at work. He loves all things nerdy, the Chicago Bears, rally racing and rally cross. His dream car is an early 70's El Camino.

Dennis has been with Yark Automotive since 2014. He is the only boy in his family and has 3 sisters. Outside of work, Dennis enjoys watching football (he is a huge Panthers fan), hanging out with his family, and traveling. One thing he cannot live without is electronics. His favorite place to be is Charlotte, North Carolina. The weirdest job Dennis has ever had was working at Chuck E. Cheese for 4 years, but he loved it and enjoyed visiting different schools while working. His favorite car is a Jeep Wrangler.

Born and raised in Toledo, Doug has been at Yark Automotive since 2014. He has been working in the automotive service/parts industry since 2009, having previously worked in the trucking industry for 23 years. Doug's favorite aspect of his position is working with customers to solve their problems. When he isn't at work, Doug enjoys spending time with his family: his wife Kendra (32 years married),son Nick (31 yrs. old) & grandson Brody (4 yrs. old), son Zac (29 yrs. old) & his wife Brittany & two granddaughters Sawyer (4 1/2 yrs. old) & Rowan (11 months old). He also enjoys cheering on his favorite football teams, The Buckeyes and the Steelers. When it comes to cars, Doug's favorite is the 1987 Buick Regal Grand National GNX.

Raised in Maumee, OH, Nick has been at Yark Automotive since 2015. In his role at Yark, he loves that there is something new every day. Prior to Yark, Nick worked as a Parts Advisor for 15 years. In his free time, he enjoys outdoor powersports, woodworking, and Wolverine football. When it comes to cars, Nick loves classic trucks, and the Chevy Apache.

From Perrysburg, Nicole has been at Yark since 2019. She enjoys getting to know her co-workers, and meeting new people. She couldn't live without her family, and enjoys going to the gym, and beach vacations. Her favorite car is the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT.