Meet the team
Sales
George McCarley
General Manager
George McCarley
General Manager
About
George joined Porsche Beachwood in 2023.
Andrew DiVita
New Car Sales Manager
Andrew DiVita
New Car Sales Manager
About
Andrew has been a fixture at Porsche Beachwood during his twelve years in the automotive industry. He has served in the roles of a Sales Brand Ambassador, Finance Manager and most recently the New Car Sales Manager for the past six years. Being a car enthusiast, working for the Porsche Brand is a perfect match. Outside of work Andrew can be found spending time with his three boys and wife. He looks forward to helping you find your dream Porsche.
Dominic Cinalli
Pre-Owned Sales Manager
Dominic Cinalli
Pre-Owned Sales Manager
About
Joined Porsche Beachwood in 2023.
Jaffet Garcia
F&I Manager
Jaffet Garcia
F&I Manager
About
Joined Porsche Beachwood in 2023.
Kyle Roesch
Porsche Brand Ambassador
Kyle Roesch
Porsche Brand Ambassador
About
Kyle joined the Porsche Beachwood Sales team as a recent graduate of Lake Erie College. His passion for cars began at a young age and his plan was to eventually translate that passion into a career. He grew up in Cleveland and currently resides in Gates Mills. Outside of work, Kyle spends most of his time with his family, playing sports and cheering for the Cleveland sports teams.
Brad Kennett
Porsche Brand Ambassador
Brad Kennett
Porsche Brand Ambassador
About
An inaugural member of the Porsche Beachwood staff, Brad came here with 6 years of Porsche experience at Stoddard Porsche. He's been a Porsche enthusiast and club member since 2001. Brad has been a car nut his whole life starting with a large collection of "Hot Wheels" when he was a kid to doing occasional track events with his 944 Turbo now. He met his wife at their Alma Mater, Ohio State more than 25 years ago. They live in North Ridgeville with their 2 teenage daughters. When Brad's not at work, or driving, he's probably doing "home improvements" or supporting his kid's musical education.
Brennan Fox
Porsche Brand Ambassador
Brennan Fox
Porsche Brand Ambassador
About
Brennan spent most of his childhood growing up in Chagrin Falls. He is a graduate of John Carroll University with a degree in Pre-Physical Therapy. Post college, Brennan spent several years in the orthopedic industry working with Zimmer. Although the orthopedic industry was fun and rewarding, Brennan decided to follow his passion for Porsche early in 2013. He now sells “more fun metal” to the same highly achieving individuals. If you are looking for a true Porsche experience and relationship, be sure to contact Brennan!
Steven Youhana
Porsche Brand Ambassador
Steven Youhana
Porsche Brand Ambassador
About
Steven grew up in San Diego, CA. He came to Ohio to pursue his Mathematics Degree at Kent State University. Steven has been modifying cars since 2002 to drag race. His current project will be in the 850-950 hp range. In 2016, thanks to a good friend, he was introduced to the road course. He has not looked back since and is excited to continue to improve his driving skill. When he is not racing, he spends his time snowboarding, running or working on his power yoga.
Rick Balas
Porsche Brand Ambassador
Rick Balas
Porsche Brand Ambassador
About
Rick started in the automotive business in 1993, starting his own detail and accessory business and has never looked back. Pursuing his passion for highline automobiles and dealerships, he later started in auto sales and has also been the finance manager for several dealerships including Stoddard Imported Cars, Inc. An inaugural member of the Porsche Beachwood team, over the years he has also worked for Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes-Benz, Cadillac, Infiniti and BMW. After working for several different brands and dealerships, it was clear that there is “No Substitute” for Porsche Beachwood and the Penske Automotive Group. In his spare time you can find him on a golf course near his home in Hudson or attending a local concert and enjoying his other passion, music. Rick says, “It’s an honor to work at one of the best dealerships with some of the most ethical and honest professionals, selling the finest product to some of the nicest people.”
Kevin Corrigan
Porsche Brand Ambassador
Kevin Corrigan
Porsche Brand Ambassador
About
Kevin has a passion for the business. His love for automobiles stems back to childhood. In 2005 he began his career in automotive sales and then briefly ventured out of the automotive scene. That time away made him realize that being in sales and around cars is his passion. In 2016, Kevin joined Porsche Beachwood. He is excited to be back in the field and selling such an awesome brand as Porsche! Kevin grew up in the Cleveland area, but spent some time living in Chicago, IL and Long Beach, CA. He enjoys playing the bass guitar, and has been playing since he was 12 years old. He is even in a couple local bands. His talent earned him the opportunity to tour the United Kingdom for a month in 2008. When Kevin isn't selling cars, you can catch him playing music on and off the stage and supporting Cleveland sports teams.
Anthony Nish
Porsche Brand Ambassador
Anthony Nish
Porsche Brand Ambassador
About
Anthony joined the Penske Automotive Group back in 2012 right out of high school and has always had a passion for being in the automotive business. He started his career off at Audi of Willoughby as a porter, then went to Toyota of Bedford to start his sales career and was there for 4 years until coming to Porsche Beachwood. When he is not working he can be found enjoying the water on his jet ski. He is also a HUGE Cleveland sports fan!
Brian Occkial
Porsche Brand Ambassador
Brian Occkial
Porsche Brand Ambassador
About
Brian joined the Porsche Beachwood team in January 2021. He has had a passion for cars from a young age. After high school, he joined the United States Marine Corps where he served as an aviation electrician for five years. After that, he spent the next 19 years working for a local manufacturing company. He finally decided to follow his passion and get into the automotive field. When he is not at work, he likes to spend time staying active with his wife and also working on his own automotive projects.
Greg Castell
Porsche Pro
Greg Castell
Porsche Pro
About
Greg comes to Porsche Beachwood from the finance industry where he previously worked as an Equities Analyst for Bloomberg L.P. near Princeton, NJ. A Cleveland native, Greg attended the University of Dayton where he received a degree in Finance. Although his experience in New Jersey was certainly positive, he recently decided to relocate back to Ohio and pursue a career more closely aligned with a lifelong passion of his, cars. Greg has always been drawn to fine automobiles, particularly high-performance European marques such as Porsche. He brings a great deal of passion and excitement with him in this new career venture. In his free time, Greg enjoys photography, playing tennis, and spending time with his family.
Payson Lang
Porsche Pro
Payson Lang
Porsche Pro
About
Payson joined the Porsche Beachwood team in 2022 as a porter and transitioned to Porsche Pro in early 2023. Fascinated by how things worked and moved, he has always had a passion for everything related to cars. A two year automotive program through Orange High School cemented his desire to be in the automotive business after graduation. He’s found his place and absolutely loves the Porsche brand. When he’s not working, he can be found hiking, mountain biking, or working to finish one of his multiple ongoing car projects.
Service
David Eschbaugh
Service Manager
David Eschbaugh
Service Manager
About
Dave is a proud Navy Veteran (submarine force) and has been in the automotive industry as a Penske employee for over 12 years. He enjoys riding his motorcycle and spending time with his family (Jennifer and their kids Maddix, Dominic, and Gabby). His dream car is a 1969 Pontiac Firebird.
Brittany Cieslik
Warranty Administrator
Brittany Cieslik
Warranty Administrator
About
Brittany comes from a background in Fashion Merchandising. Before her start at Porsche Beachwood she worked for a catalog company specializing in footwear. After spending over 5 years working in the catalog business she realized it was time for a change. She decided to step out of her comfort zone and take her career in a completely different direction. Brittany joined the Porsche Beachwood team in April 2017 as the full time receptionist. Soon after her start she was given the opportunity to transition into the role of Store Administrator and then made the transition into her current role as Warranty Administrator. You can find Brittany helping out wherever is needed at the Dealership.
Walt Blanchard
Service Consultant
Walt Blanchard
Service Consultant
About
Walt has 28 years in service and 10 years with Porsche. He is a Certified Master Technician. In his spare time, Walt enjoys reading and the outdoors.
Matan Peleg
Service Consultant
Matan Peleg
Service Consultant
About
Matan has worked in the car industry for 4 years. He was a service writer at Lincoln for 2 years and has been with us for 2 and a half years. Outside of work Matan enjoys going to car shows, fishing, hanging out with friends, and watching our world champs the Cleveland Cavaliers!
Aaron Chubb
Service Consultant
Dave Way
Gold Meister Technician
Dave Way
Gold Meister Technician
About
Dave, previously with Stoddard Imported Cars, started his career in service in 1981. He is currently a Gold Master. Dave is also a motorcycle enthusiast and enjoys riding his Harley Davidson.
Kevin Slemc
Gold Meister Technician
Adam Nesi
Silver Technician
Curtis Harrington
Silver Technician
Curtis Harrington
Silver Technician
About
Curtis in his spare time you can find him out at the go-cart track racing in the amateur series. He has many accomplishments in his days of track racing including quite a few podium finishes. If you see Curtis in the shop, ask him if Pineapple belongs on pizza!
Jason Hill
Service Technician
Casey Tuzziano
Service Technician
Jedrek Sommers
Service Technician
Jedrek Sommers
Service Technician
About
Joing Porsche Beachwood in 2023.
Mark DiPalma
Porsche Transport Consultant
Mark DiPalma
Porsche Transport Consultant
About
Mark has been a Porsche enthusiast for many years. From his youth he started collecting cast iron Porsche's in every year and model. After his retirement in 2011, Mark Jumped at the opportunity to work around the magnificent automobiles again. "Transporting these cars and being able to drive every model (not to mention working for the best dealership)has been a most enjoyable experience. To be able to deal one on one with our customers, and doing my part to make the Porsche Beachwood experience a great one for all, is very rewarding. A day doesn't go by that someone tells me I have the greatest job, and I do agree." When Mark is not working he spends most of his time with his wife Hilary and five wonderful children Nicholas, Anthony, Christopher, Anna Marie, and Gabrielle. As well as his daughter in Law Arzhanae and grandson Christopher.
Keith Marino
Valet Driver
Keith Marino
Valet Driver
About
After 45 years in Auto Industry management Keith retired in May 2018. Now he spends his days with his grandchildren, gardening, and driving Porsche vehicles as a PoB valet.
Joe Mckenna
Valet Driver
Joe Mckenna
Valet Driver
About
Joe comes to Porsche from an operations and logistics career with Saks Fifth Ave, and Jo-Ann Fabrics crafts. Joe was born and raised in the Bronx, NYC. He now lives in Hudson with his wife Jill, along with boomer and Jet his two Australian shepherds.
Parts
Carle Applegate
Parts Manager
Carle Applegate
Parts Manager
About
Growing up Carle wanted to go into the carpentry field. While working for Mercedes Benz, Carle found out that cars were way cooler (Especially Porsche’s). His new found love for cars landed him here at Porsche Beachwood. Carle grew up in Cleveland now he resides in Oakwood Village. Outside of work he enjoys practicing home improvement, hanging with friends and family, and going to live sporting events.
Robert Rodriguez
Parts Advisor
Zach Wise
Parts Advisor
George Ferguson
Parts Runner