Our People
Okay, so we opened up this dealership selling MINIs. You want to know why? It was for no other reason than to spread the joy of driving.
That's the same reason we opened The BMW Store, really. And that's been truly successful. But it used to be that BMW drivers flashed their lights at each other to recognize a fraternal appreciation of how much fun it could be just to drive. (That flashing light thing happened so often we worried about burning out the headlights on our demonstrators!)
Somewhere along the line, we stopped flashing lights to each other. Maybe because those of you in BMWs worried about burning out your headlights too! But more probably, we all just got a little older, a little more self-conscious, maybe just more distracted with other things.
So now there's MINI. Maybe we can get it to start all over again, and a whole new generation will rediscover the joy of just getting behind the wheel and going somewhere. Just for fun.
Let's Motor! (It's highly doubtful those headlights will burn out, so flash away!)
Sales (877) 213-9751
Matt Cattran
New MINI Sales Manager
Fax: (513) 527-3924
Matt is a truly a veteran of the car industry. Having spent 19 years in many different facets of a dealership, Matt knows what it takes to get the job done. His favorite part of working in the industry genuinely reflects his experience – bringing a team together to accomplish more than they ever thought possible as individuals. In his spare time Matt may be out on the Tennis court or getting his exercise at his own home, chasing around his four children. With three daughters and a son, Dad is always busy! A great fit for the world of MINI – Matt is enthusiast and ready to find the perfect fit for your own lifestyle!
Eric Dannenfelser
Motoring Advisor
Phone: (800) 651-4960
Fax: (513) 527-3294
What Eric enjoys most about working at Cincinnati MINI is the enthusiasm that our customers have for building their MINIs. He loves seeing each personalized MINI roll in and is thrilled when he is part of the process. His enthusiasm is present in each deal and is thrilled to help you build the MINI of your dreams. Born and raised in Cincinnati, Eric is incredibly close to his family and especially loves hanging out with his two brothers. In his free time you might find Eric participating in some kind of physical activity including tennis, basketball, volleyball or softball. And if he’s not participating then he may be watching a good game or match on television!
Delaney Gabbard
Motoring Advisor
Phone: (800) 651-4960
Fax: (513) 527-3294
Delaney has been in the car business for the last seven years, and with Cincinnati MINI sales for 2 years. She loves to drive fast, so her dream MINI is a MINI Cooper JCW with black and white rally style accessories. Call Delaney to arrange a test drive and have her help you customize a MINI for you!
Rachael Parker
Motoring Advisor
Phone: (800) 651-4960
Fax: (513) 527-3294
Rachael has been with MINI since 2002. She loves the brand and of course loves the customers that she gets to work with from day to day. She is always glad to help make your MINI experience truly unique! Rachael’s favorite car? A MINI S, pepper white or black with an Aero kit and all the packages! “Let’s Motor”
Jay Sofranec
Motoring Advisor
Phone: (800) 651-4960
Fax: (513) 527-3924
By day, since 2002, Jay's one of the folks here that can get you in a MINI and on the road to see how it feels. He hasn't lost anybody yet, and they all come back knowing a whole lot more about a MINI. And he can help make it your very own. At night, you might find Jay playing 'Electric Celtic' tunes with his band, "The Flock", at local hot spots. Ask him where, then get your own MINI from Jay and motor on out to see them play!
Service (877) 213-9751
Scott Klein
MINI Service Manager
Phone: (800) 651-4960
Fax: (513) 527-3294
Scott is the leader of our MINI service staff and is more than happy to help any customers with keeping the MINI running as well as when it was brand new! Scott's impressive staff will do everything to exceed expectations in taking care of your new toy.
Todd Chumbley
Service Advisor
Phone: (800) 651-4960
Fax: (513) 527-3294
Todd is the resident jokester of the MINI department. Whether he's pointing out the many ways that red heads are superior to the rest of society or he's doing his best Gloria Gaynor impression under the disco ball in our MINI showroom, Todd is always keeping us laughing. And as he belts out the lyrics, 'I will survive', he's really thinking of you trying to survive without your MINI. That's why he works so hard to get it running and looking as good as new as soon as possible. So next time you're in to see Todd, ask him what color his hair is, or what color every car he has ever owned is. Either way, you'll get the same answer, and that's not a coincidence.
Tom Naegele
Service Advisor
Phone: (800) 651-4960
Fax: (513) 527-3294
Thomas absolutely loves automobiles and has been in the automotive sales and service industry since he was 16 years old. He went to St. Xavier High School and has an Associates Degree in Psychology from The University of Cincinnati. He loves all things BMW, especially M Series cars. Thomas has always striven to deliver the best customer service possible, and believes the most important thing is to give the customer the best value for the money they spend.
Nick Walsh
Service Advisor
Phone: (800) 651-4960
Fax: (513) 527-3294
When Nick isn't daydreaming about his dream MINI, a British Racing Green MINI Cooper S with full Dinan performance upgrades, you will see him running around the dealership taking care of MINI service customers. Nick's passion for cars and their mechanics make him the perfect advisor for anything your MINI might need to keep its fun personality!
Parts (877) 213-9751
Bob Speed
MINI Parts Manager
Phone: (800) 651-4960
Fax: (513) 527-3294
Bob has over 30 years experience and is the perfect parts manager for MINI with his unique sense of humor and immense knowledge of the MINI product. Whenever you come in to make your new MINI even more special, be sure to visit with Bob for a good laugh and and even better advice for your MINI!