Gates GMC Nissan is a North Windham GMC dealer and a new car and used car North Windham CT GMC dealership.

	Denny Gates General Sales Manager dgates@gatesgmcnissan.com (860) 456-0055 Denny Gates grew up at Gates GMC Nissan. Having worked in all departments throughout his lifetime he understands the dealership and its customers they serve daily! The family business has been built on referrals and honest hard work - caring for the customer and the employee. There are many family generations that work within the company and he has been one of the biggest fans of the Gates auto group since he could remember. Watching this company start with a whopping 9 employees it now has 297 teammates strong, which makes him very proud! This company and its staff give their life to serving others and this makes him happy to be a part of a great team that shines in and out of the retail arena from huge fundraising and community involvement to caring for the customer as if they were family. In the world of Gates everyone is number 1! Please join us & enjoy what so many others enjoy everyday!
	Ryan Lapierre Sales Manager rlapierre@gatesgmcnissan.com 860-456-0055 Ryan is the newest addition to Gates GMC Nissan as our Sales Manager. He brings with him 10 solid years of experience. Ryan is very excited to be part of an outstanding, award winning organization that makes it happen on a consistent, daily basis. "We guarantee your experience will be nothing short of 100% from the initial greeting to the service after the sale." Ryan lives in Colchester, CT with his wife Bethany and is a huge Tennessee Titans fan as well as an avid cyclist.
	Nick Truax Business Manager ntruax@gatesgmcnissan.com 860-456-0055 Come visit Nick today for all of your financing needs. Nick works with dozens of banks to make sure he can get you the absolute best rates available.
	Robert Lussier Sales & Leasing Consultant rlussier@gatesgmcnissan.com 860-456-0055 Bob has been with Gates GMC Nissan for 14 years and has just recently sold his 2000th unit here at Gates. Bob also hold the highest customer satisfaction ranking. "A customer is a precious commodity, if you don't take care of them, someone else will.
	Ralph Clement Sales & Leasing Consultant rclement@gatesgmcnissan.com 860-456-0055 Ralph came to ECSU in 1980. He loved the area so much, he bought land and built a log home for his wife, Carol, and daughter Angelika. As far as cars go, Ralph's father tells him that he wouldn’t stop talking about them at 3yrs old and nothing has changed since. He bought his first car at 13 yrs old; a 1965 Corvair convertible, and sold his first car at 14. Ralph has personally owned over 80 vehicles! He lives, eats, and breathes the automobile. Ralph has been working here at Gates since February of 1988. He looks forward to selling you your next vehicle... Here at Gates we have "The right vehicle at the right price!"
	Paul Mazza Sales & Leasing Consultant pmazza@gatesgmcnissan.com 860-456-0055 Paul has lived in Storrs, CT for 9 years with his wife Christina, daughter Adriana, and son Peter. He has 20 years experience in automotive sales with 4 years at Gates GMC Nissan. Paul is also an avid NY Yankees fan!
	Jeff Kasper Sales & Leasing Consultant/ Swap Manager/ Inventory Manager jkasper@gatesgmcnissan.com 860-456-0055 Jeff Kasper, Salesman by day, Rock Star at night! Jeff has been a salesman with Gates GMC Nissan since 2001 and in the past couple of years taken on the inventory manager position as well. He was born and raised in Eastford, CT and went to Woodstock Acadamy before working in his family's business, Kasper Builders and Kasper Consruction. Even during that time he had ties to Gates. Every year the business would purchase a new vehicle and personal vehicles for the family. His first vehicle purchase was a 1987 GMC S-15 from Gates when we first opened our doors. After an injury Jeff opened his own dealership, Minuteman Emergency Vehicles, in Southbridge, MA. Still keeping his ties to Gates, purchasing chassis for ambulance conversions. Even with the long hours he spends at the dealership he has time for his passion of music, playing in a local cover band "Bad Dog". You will find him blazing on a guitar and singing his heart our on the weekends, and if you get a chance check him out.
	James Satalino Sales & Leasing Consultant jsatalino@gatesgmcnissan.com 860-456-0055 James lives in Chaplin, Connecticut, and when he started working for Gates GMC Nissan in 2003, he was stocking shelves in the parts department! A lot has changed since then, but the principals are the same: hard work and dedication equal happy customers and proud owners. He will personally make sure that you enjoy your experience when you buy your next vehicle at Gates GMC Nissan.
	Eric Gates Sales & Purchasing Consultant Eric is new to the team, but not new to the area. As a 2007 Alumni of The University of Connecticut where he played rugby, he lived in Mansfield Center for 2 years. Eric now owns a home in New London. He is an avid athlete and sports fan. Eric is a hometown fan of the New England Patriots, Boston Celtics and Boston Red Sox, and he will certainly let you know about it. He has a dog named Champ and puts all of his spare time into him. Eric has been around the business for his entire life and has been playing with cars since he could touch the pedals. He has been certified in 6 different car manufacturers, so he certainly knows his stuff. Come in and meet him, he will always go above and beyond, no matter who you are!
	Brian Howe Floor Manager Brian is one of our new additions to the Gates Team, bringing over 8 years of experience to the table. Brian is a graduate of Three Rivers College. When Brian is not working, he is spending his free time with his 2 year old son Raiden. Brian is very passionate about football and a huge New York Jets Fan.
	Brian O'Keefe Sales & Leasing Consultant Brian is from Pomfret, Connecticut he has been in the car business for five years. He resides in Massachusetts, and has been there for the last five years. Brian enjoys Northeastern Connecticut with the apple orchards, the corn fields and the friendly smiles. In his spare time he is likely to be found at Mashamoquet State Park, mountain biking, raceway golfing, or maybe he'll see you on the slopes at Gunstock, snowboarding!
	Jay Handfield Sales & Leasing Consultant When folks in the Windham area think of purchasing a vehicle, one of the first names that comes to mind is Jay Handfield. Jay has been in the automotive business for over 20 years and has built a solid reputation as someone you can trust to get you a great deal, and he will make sure you are completely satisfied after the sale. Prior to the car business, Jay and his dad, J.Remy Handfield owned and operated Remy’s, a sandwich shop located in beautiful downtown Willimantic, CT. Jay now resides in Windham Center with his lovely bride, Linda, and this year they will be celebrating 35 years of marriage. They have two daughters, Megan and Shana who live in the area. They enjoy spending time with their two grandchildren, ages 2 years and 4 months. Jay invites his friends and previous customers to stop down and see him for all their automotive needs.
	Paul Bacon Sales & Leasing Consultant Paul grew up in the Windham area. He entered the auto business in 1989, after returning to the area from serving in the US Coast Guard and US Air Force. He now resides in Mansfield with his wife, Shannon, and two boys, PJ and Nate. Paul is the newest member of the Gates Sales Team, and he welcomes all his previous customers to come and see him about any automotive needs.
	Jeremy King Sales & Leasing Consultant Jeremy was born and raised in the quiet corner of Connecticut. He is a graduate of New England Institute of Technology and is very excited to be serving customers and doing what he enjoys. Jeremy lives in the town of Canterbury, and he is a huge Celtics and UConn basketball fan. In his spare time, he enjoys playing sports and relaxing with family and friends.