Meet Our Staff

  • Robert C. Camastro

    Owner & General Manager
    Robert C. Camastro

    Bob has been in the Automotive Business for over 25 years. His vast experience includes having been the manager of Mercedes Benz of Manhattan for over 3 years, which is a MBUSA Factory Owned store. Bob also currently serves as the President of the Tri-State Dealer Group as well as on the RDA Marketing Advisory Board.

    Phone: 203-778-6333
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  • Dustin Chirico

    General Sales Manager
    Dustin Chirico

    Dustin is currently the General Sales Manager for both Mercedes Benz of Danbury and Mercedes-Benz of Wappingers Falls. Dustin has been in the automotive industry since 1996, and brings a wealth of knowledge and professionalism to our stores. Dustin is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and attained MBUSA STAR Certification on June 25th, 2010.

    MBUSA STAR Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
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  • Tom Gallagher

    New Vehicle Sales Manager
    Tom Gallagher

    Tom started with Mercedes-Benz of Danbury as a Sales & Leasing Consultant. He has a great relationship with his customers, and has recently become our New Car Sales Manager. We are thrilled to have Tom here at Mercedes-Benz of Danbury. He is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
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  • Jim Mansfield

    Pre-Owned Sales Manager
    Jim Mansfield

    Jim has been in the automotive industry for over 16 years, 14 of which he has been a Pre-Owned manager. He joined Mercedes Benz of Danbury in June of 2007. His product knowledge and experience in the business make him a valuable asset to MB of Danbury. Jim is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and he attained MBUSA MASTER Certification on Nov 24th, 2010.

    MBUSA MASTER Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Ernie Mormile

    Finance & Delivery Coordinator
    Ernie Mormile

    Ernie has been in the Automotive business for over 10 years. He came to our company after selling Mercedes-Benz in Florida for two years. With his outstanding product knowledge and customer dedication we are happy to have him back. Ernie is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and he attained MBUSA STAR Certification on June 21st, 2009.

    MBUSA MASTER Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Rich Morea

    SPRINTER General Sales Manager
    Rich Morea

    Rich joined MB of Danbury and our sister store, Mercedes-Benz of Wappingers Falls as our General Sales Manager in charge of all Sprinter Sales. He comes from a commercial truck background and has lived in and done business in both areas for most of his life. His extensive knowledge of the truck business and his attention to detail make him an excellent edition to our team. Rich is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
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  • Jeanmarie Lewis-Trosko

    BDC & Inventory Manager
    Jeanmarie Lewis-Trosko

    Jeanmarie has been with Mercedes Benz at our sister store for over 15 years. She has vast experience in all aspects of the automotive business and has worn several hats throughout her extensive career with Mercedes Benz. She is a true asset to our company. Jeanmarie is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and attained MBUSA MASTER Certification on August 18th, 2010.

    MBUSA MASTER Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Jennifer Sweet

    Marketing & Communications Manager
    Jennifer Sweet

    Jennifer has been with Mercedes since August of 2002. She had been involved in both the service and sales departments until July of 2009. She is now handling Marketing and Communications for Mercedes Benz of Danbury and our sister store, Friendly Motorcars. Jennifer is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and she attained MBUSA MASTER Certification on February 22, 2010.

    MBUSA MASTER Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Guy Brown

    Sales & Leasing Consultant
    Guy Brown

    Guy Brown began his career as an automotive technician in 1978. In 1998 he began selling Mercedes-Benz. Since then he has led his sales peers in client satisfaction. Guy is a valuable asset to our company. He is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and Guy attained MBUSA MASTER Certification on December 18th, 2009.

    MBUSA MASTER Certified
    Phone: 888-316-7980
    Email
  • Dan Sawyer

    Sales & Leasing Consultant
    Dan Sawyer

    Dan has been with Mercedes Benz of Danbury since December of 2006. He has been a salesman in the automotive industry for 5 years. He serves his customers well with his excellent product knowledge and customer service. Dan is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and he attained MBUSA MASTER Certification on December 3rd, 2009.

    MBUSA MASTER Certified
    Phone: 888-296-9219
    Email
  • Ronald Jacobson

    Sales & Leasing Consultant
    Ronald Jacobson

    Ron has been selling Mercedes Benz vehicles for over 15 years. He has attained Master Certified Sales Consultant status through Mercedes Benz. He was a salesperson for over 12 of those years in our sister store, Friendly Motorcars. His product knowledge, professionalism, and dedication to his customers is second to none. Ron is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and he attained MBUSA MASTER Certification in 2006.

    MBUSA MASTER Certified
    Phone: 888-296-9224
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  • Joseph Cecere

    Sales & Leasing Consultant
    Joseph Cecere

    Joseph joined Mercedes-Benz of Danbury in March of 2010. He has been in the automotive business for over 25 years and selling Mercedes-Benz vehicles for over 10 years. Most of Joe's time as a salesperson was with Mercedes-Benz Manhattan, a factory owned store. Joe is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 866-491-1673
    Email
  • Jim Burns

    Pre-Owned Sales & Leasing Consultant
    Jim Burns

    Jim has been with Mercedes Benz of Danbury since January of 2007. He has over 5 years of experience in the automotive industry. He was in the U.S. Navy on active duty for 20 years prior to his entrance into the car business. Jim is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and he attained MBUSA STAR Certification on July 18, 2009.

    MBUSA STAR Certified
    Phone: 888-564-4025
    Email
  • Douglas Hammond

    Sales & Leasing Consultant
    Douglas Hammond

    Doug is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 888-341-5603
    Email
  • Anna McKoan

    Sales & Leasing Consultant
    Anna McKoan

    Anna started with Mercedes-Benz of Danbury in September of 2010, and is now a Mercedes-Benz and Sprinter Sales Consultant. She owned her own business for 6 years selling designer shoes, handbags, and accessories in Westchester county so she feels right at home with our product and customers. She also loves to play golf in her spare time. She is a great addition to the Danbury team.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Keith Trapasso

    Pre-Owned Sales & Leasing Consultant
    Keith Trapasso

    Keith joined Mercedes-Benz of Danbury in December of 2011. He is an excellent addition to our team! He is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 888-341-5603
    Email
  • Robert Brechter

    Pre-Owned Sales & Leasing Consultant
    Roger Williams

    Robert joined Mercedes-Benz of Danbury in January of 2012. He is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 888-341-5603
    Email
  • Kayla Scheidell

    Sales Assistant & Reception
    Kayla Scheidell

    Kayla joined Mercedes-Benz of Danbury in January of 2012. She is excited to be with our organization, and is a great addition to our team!

    Phone: 203-778-6363
  • Danielle Toriano

    Evening Receptionist
    Danielle Toriano

    Danielle has been an excellent addition to Mercedes-Benz of Danbury. She is our Evening and Saturday Receptionist and is an excellent team player. Danielle has great customer service skills and truly is a pleasure to work with.

    Phone: 203-778-6363
  • Marcos Brandao

    Lot & Inventory Attendant
    Marcos Brandao

    Marcos has been with Mercedes Benz of Danbury since January of 2007. He worked in the automotive industry for 6 years prior to starting here. He is our go to guy who always has a great attitude. Marcos is a true asset to Danbury.

    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • Brian Morris

    Service Director
    Brian Morris

    Brian Morris has over 40 years of automotive experience. During his career he has worn a multitude of hats ranging from service technician to president of an automotive collision center. As our current Service Director, Brian has made good use of the vast knowledge he has aquired throughout his lengthy career. Brian is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Dave Santagate

    Service Manager
    Dave Santagate

    Dave started with Mercedes Benz of Danbury in March of 2008. He was a service advisor in our sister store, Friendly Motorcars, for 11 years before joining our team. He has been in the automotive industry since 1985, holding many positions of management as well as being a service advisor. He has just become the service manager at Mercedes-Benz of Danbury! Dave is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Al Rhode

    Service Advisor
    Al Rhode

    Al began his career at Mercedes Benz of Danbury in September of 2003. He has over 25 years in the Automotive Industry, including 10 years as a Salesperson, 10 years as a Finance Manager, and 5 years as a Service Advisor. His experience and knowledge make him a valuable asset to our team. Al is also a volunteer coach with Western Connecticut Youth Hockey Association. He is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Larry Trosko

    Service Advisor
    Larry Trosko

    Larry joined Mercedes Benz of Danbury in January of 2006. He has worked at Mercedes-Benz of Danbury as well as our sister store, Friendly Motorcars. He is a great assest to our service team! Larry is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Maria Luchetti

    Service Advisor
    Maria Luchetti

    Maria started with Mercedes Benz of Danbury in February of 2007. She had been with Mercedes for 3 years prior. She has been in the automotive industry over 8 years and is a tremendous asset to the service team. Maria is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • David Hasseltine

    Service Advisor & Body Shop Consultant
    David Hasseltine

    David joined Mercedes-Benz of Danbury in January of 2012. He is an excellent addition to our team here. He is MBUSA Certified for 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Jan Rhode

    Client Care Representative
    Jan Rhode

    Jan started with Mercedes Benz of Danbury in December of 2006. She has worked within the service and sales departments and now handles our BDC. She is involved in the community as the Events Coordinator for D.A.Y.O. (Danbury Athletic Youth Organization) Lacrosse, a volunteer Team Manager with the Western Connecticut Youth Hockey Association, and is involved in the middle school PTO. Jan is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Doreen Ilker

    Warranty Administrator
    Doreen Ilker

    Doreen has been with Mercedes-Benz of Danbury since our opening in August of 2002. She is also the Warranty Administrator for our sister store, Friendly Motorcars. She has been a Warranty Administrator in the automotive industry since 1985. Doreen is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and she attained MBUSA MASTER Certification as of 12/22/2011.

    MBUSA MASTER Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Brittany Redenz

    Service Receptionist
    Brittany Redenz

    Brittany started with Mercedes-Benz of Danbury in May of 2008. She is our service receptionist and is always ready to lend a hand. She is a full time college student at Western CT State University and she is a volunteer with the New Fairfield Lion's Club. Brittany is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Lisa Rogers

    Service Reception & Cashier
    Lisa Rogers

    Lisa joined Mercedes-Benz of Danbury in May of 2010. She is attending school and studying radiology. She has been in customer service for 3 years. She is a great assest to our team. Lisa is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Dave Kowal

    Shop Foreman
    Dave Kowal

    Dave has been with Mercedes Benz of Danbury since December of 2003. He has been a Mercedes technician since 1999 and a technician since 1996. He has received the Master Guild Award from MBUSA. He currently serves as our shop foreman and is a true asset to our company. Dave is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and he attained MBUSA MASTER Certification on October 26th, 2005.

    MBUSA MASTER Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • John Croston

    Technician
    John Croston

    John has been with Mercedes Benz of Danbury since March of 2009. He has been working on Mercedes Benz vehicles since 1998. John is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and attained his MBUSA MASTER Certification on Sept 9th, 2011.

    MBUSA MASTER Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • Kevin Gawron

    Technician
    Kevin Gawron

    Kevin has been with Mercedes Benz of Danbury since February of 2005. He was also an ELITE school graduate through Mercedes Benz. Kevin is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and Kevin attained MBUSA MASTER Certification on October 12th, 2007.

    MBUSA MASTER Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • Shafi Kalici

    Technician
    Shafi Kalici

    Shafi has been with Mercedes-Benz of Danbury since December of 2007. He has worked in the auto industry for over 20 years, primarily working on German vehicles. Shafi is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • Michael Kamalsky

    Technician
    Michael Kamalsky

    Mike has been with Mercedes-Benz of Danbury since May of 2009. He has worked on Mercedes-Benz vehicles for over 25 years. He is MBUSA Certified through 2011, and attained his MBUSA MASTER Certification on Sept 2nd, 2011. Mike also has raced ATV's professionally for the past 20 years.

    MBUSA MASTER Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • Shawn Maggiore

    Technician
    Shawn Maggiore

    Shawn has been with Mercedes Benz of Danbury since January of 2008. He is also an ELITE school graduate through Mercedes Benz. He is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and Shawn attained MBUSA MASTER Certification on September 26th, 2010.

    MBUSA MASTER Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • Carlos Olivo

    Technician
    Carlos Olivo

    Carlos began working at Mercedes-Benz of Danbury in May of 2010. He has been in the automotive field since 2007 and has previously worked on Mercedes-Benz vehicles at Ray Catena and Mercedes-Benz of Larchmont. Carlos is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • Mike Smilkstein

    Technician
    Mike Smilkstein

    Mike has been with Mercedes Benz of Danbury since June of 2003. He attended Alfred State College. He is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • Larry Troy

    Technician
    Larry Troy

    Larry has been with Mercedes Benz of Danbury since we opened in August of 2002. He is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and became MBUSA MASTER Certified on May 12, 2010.

    MBUSA MASTER Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • Morgan Troy

    Technician
    Morgan Troy

    Morgan has been with Mercedes Benz of Danbury since August of 2005. He is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • Kelvin Olivo

    Technician
    Kelvin Olivo

    Kelvin has been with Mercedes Benz of Danbury since August of 2010.

    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • Philip Edwards

    Technician
    Philip Edwards

    Philip joined Mercedes-Benz of Danbury in December of 2010. He has worked for over 6 years in an independent shop on all types of vehicles. He has lived in Conneticut his whole life and in the Waterbury area now. He is new to the Mercedes-Benz product and is excited to be with us. He is MBUSA certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • James Clark

    Technician
    James Clark

    James has been in the automotive industry for 12 years, and has also worked for Nissan and Volvo dealers. He started with us in February of 2011. He recently became a father to a little baby girl! James is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • John Scannell

    Technician
    John Scannell

    John has been with Mercedes-Benz of Danbury since March of 2011. He attended UTI in Norwood, Massachusetts and is originally from MA. He moved to Waterbury, CT to start as a mechanic at Mercedes-Benz of Danbury. In his spare time he enjoys going to car shows. John is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • James Giacomazzo

    Technician
    James Giacomazzo

    James has been with Mercedes-Benz since 1987, and started at Mercedes-Benz of Danbury in March of 2011. He enjoys fishing and spending time with his family. James is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • Andre Coute

    Porter
    Andre Coute

    Andre has been with Mercedes Benz of Danbury since January of 2004. He came from Brazil in 2000 and taught himself English. Andre previously worked in the construction field.

    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • Alex Turner

    Porter
    Alex Turner

    Alex has been with Mercedes-Benz of Danbury since May of 2011, he is also going full time to Porter and Chester Institute and Housatonic Valley Community College for Automotive & Mechanical Engineering. He is a great addition to our team.

    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • Patty Betz

    Timekeeper
    Patty Betz

    Patty has been with Mercedes-Benz of Danbury since October of 2006. She is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and she attained MBUSA MASTER Certification as of 12/26/2011.

    MBUSA MASTER Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Michael Delahanty

    Parts Director
    Michael Delahanty

    Mike has been with our sister company since 1982, making him one of our most tenured employees. He is the Parts Director and oversees the Parts Departments for both Mercedes Benz of Danbury since we opened in 2002 and our sister store, Friendly Motorcars since 1994. Michael is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and attained MBUSA MASTER Certification on June 24th, 2010.

    MBUSA MASTER Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Carl Gehring

    Parts Manager
    Carl Gehring

    Carl has been with Mercedes Benz of Danbury since we opened in August of 2002. He has experience with Mercedes Benz since 1992, and in the Auto Industry since 1979. He is a member of the Knights of Columbus and has coached for Bethel Youth Baseball. Carl is MBUSA Certified through 2011 and he attained MBUSA STAR Certification on October 28th, 2008.

    MBUSA STAR Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Peter Dey

    Parts Director
    Peter Dey

    Peter joined Mercedes Benz of Danbury in March of 2009. He previously worked at our sister store, Friendly Motorcars, from June of 1998 until March when he came here. Peter has also been a part of the Kevin McCurdy's Haunted Mansion crew for over 18 years doing technical, video, and sound. Peter is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Alex Leiva

    Parts Advisor
    Alex Leiva

    Alex joined Mercedes-Benz of Danbury in July of 2010. He has 3 years experience with the Mercedes-Benz product. He is very happy to be working with us. Alex is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • James Searles

    Parts Advisor
    James Searles

    Jim has been in the automotive industry for over 30 years. He has spent 18 of those years with Mercedes-Benz. His experience ranges from working in the parts departments with retail and wholesale customers as well as parts advising. He is MBUSA certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
  • Lucy McDonald

    Office Manager
    Lucy McDonald

    Lucy was the first Mercedes Benz of Danbury employee hired! When Danbury opened in August of 2002, Lucy was there. She has been in the automotive business for over 30 years and is essential to our company. Lucy is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Otty Perez

    Assistant Office Manager & Accounts Payable
    Otty Perez

    Otty began working at Mercedes Benz of Danbury in May of 2007. She has become an integral part of the office serving as the assistant office manager. She was new to the automotive industry and is a valued addition to the company. Otty is MBUSA Certified through 2011.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6333
    Email
  • Marianne Kinsman

    Biller & DMV Specialist
    Marianne Kinsman

    Marianne joined Mercedes-Benz of Danbury in January of 2011. She has worked in the automotive business for over 8 years doing administrative work, DMV, Accounting and Billing. She is a great addition to our team.

    MBUSA Certified
    Phone: 203-778-6363
    Email
  1. We are ambassadors for Mercedes-Benz of Danbury and everything we say and do should reflect our passion and pride at being part of the company.
  2. Professional appearance, mannerisms and vocabulary are the responsibility of every employee. We should take pride and care in the image that we portray. Remember, in the eyes of the guest you are Mercedes-Benz of Danbury.
  3. An essential step of service is a warm and sincere greeting. Guest will always be greeted promptly and courteously. Remember to smile warmly and acknowledge all guests, using their names if possible. These actions will increase their comfort level and make them feel at home. Every guest who passes within ten feet should be acknowledged and greeted.
  4. We will always speak positively about our guests, ourselves and our co-workers. Use proper vocabulary such as “Certainly” rather than “OK” or “Sure”, “Good morning/ afternoon/ evening” rather than “Hi”.
  5. Guests should always be escorted to their desired location within our facilities.
  6. Our ability to exceed our guest’s expectations will determine our success. We should look for opportunities to provide service that is above and beyond what our guests may expect.
  7. Whoever receives a guest complaint will act to resolve it in a timely fashion. Listen, apologize and take action. When concerns are resolved quickly, guests are more likely to do business with us in the future.
  8. Telephone and e-mail etiquette will always be used. Unless it is an emergency do not take calls when with a guest. Respond to guest’s inquiries by mail within a working day and calls and e-mail within two hours.
  9. Treat all guests and your colleagues and peers with respect, honesty and dignity. Support each other and work together as a team to ensure that all guests are attended to promptly.
  10. At Mercedes-Benz of Danbury people are our most important resource and the foundation of our success. Together we create an environment of mutual trust, promote personal growth, foster and reward teamwork and employee involvement, and demand the highest ethical standards from ourselves and others.
  11. Our commitment is to make our company a place where people want to work and where they can take pride and satisfaction in their accomplishments.