Click on one of the people below to find out more information.
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- Robert J. Alvine
- President and General Manager
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- ralvine@premiersubaru.com
Bob Alvine is the President and General Manager of Premier Subaru. Bob started the business in August, 2000 with the desire to create a Subaru dealership that would consistently exceed the expectations of customers. Bob also wanted a company that was active and invested in the community in which it serves.
In addition to Premier Subaru, Bob is also President of Premier Kia (Branford, CT), and Premier Subaru Watertown (Watertown, CT).
Bob is a graduate in Finance from the University of Rhode Island (and a HUGE Rhody Basketball Fan) and has a MBA from the University of New Haven. Bob started his career in the banking industry and worked in various positions in Commercial Lending and Finance.
Bob is active with the University of Rhode Island Alumni Association, The University of New Haven, the Branford Chamber of Commerce (Board Member), the Amity Club of New Haven and other community organizations.Recently, Bob was named to the Board of Directors of the Better Business Bureau of Connecticut and to the Board of Directors of Jane Doe No More. Most recently, Bob was named to the Advisory Board of the University of Rhode Island College of Business.
Bob is also Past Chairman of the Subaru of America National Dealer Advisory Board - a position that he cherishes - as he works to help the Subaru brand in the United States.Bob is an avid fan and supporter of the University of Rhode Island, and the URI basketball program! Go Rhody!
Bob has an open door policy at Premier Subaru, so, if you have questions, or simply want to say "hi", please stop up. You can also email him directly or just pick up the phone. Bob can be heard saying "The Customer is the Reason for Our Existence", so, he would love to hear from you.
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- Kerri Pacheco
- Vice President
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- kpacheco@buyatpremier.com
- 860-417-0309
Kerri comes to us with over 25 years of automotive experience, including retail and manufacturer experience. As a native Litchfield County resident, she looks forward to assisting our existing and future customers in the area, in all of their automotive needs.
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- Richard Marino
- General Sales Manager
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- rmarino@premiersubaru.com
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- Parker Pearlstein
- Sales Manager
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Parker came to Premier Subaru after 16 years in hospitality where he worked as a Bartender, Server, and in Management positions across the country. Having worked in resort towns in Colorado and Idaho as well as in places like New Hampshire and Saratoga Springs. Originally from Martha's Vineyard, he settled into a coastline town that reminds him of home in Niantic. I fell in love with the Subaru brand the day I got into my first Subaru, a 2009 Legacy Special edition with the moon roof, since that day Subaru has been his first choice.
Since Joining the Premier team at the end of 2018, Parker has worn many hats and started as a non-commissioned sales associate, Moved into the Pre-Owned department for both Kia and Subaru, and now is working as Sales Manager with the Subaru Store. In his free time he is working on completing his Masters in Project Management, enjoying all the Shoreline has to offer, and making time for his favorite New York Sports teams the Knicks, Mets, and Jets.
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- Rodney Pomerleau
- Business Manager
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- finance@premiersubaru.com
- (888) 690-6710
Day Off: Tuesday
Rodney has been assisting clients with their financial requirements purchasing automobiles for over 10 years. He explores every avenue to ensure that the customer has the best coverage for their new or pre-owned vehicles.
Spending some time in California, Rodney now calls Clinton, Connecticut home. Some of his proudest moments were when he served as a Drill Instructor for the U.S. Marines, Semper Fi!
Rodney loves to surround himself with loved ones, especially his loyal companion, Bentley. He is also an exotic car enthusiast and you can sometimes catch him scratching off a lottery ticket in which he is usually a winner.
Please contact Rodney any time to discuss additional warranties available for your vehicle.
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- Jack Basciano
- Business Manager
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- Angelo Papa
- Inventory Manager
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- Hiro
- EV Expert Spokesperson
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- Laurie Anne
- Director of Social Media
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- lanne@premiersubaru.com
- (888) 690-6710
- Laurie Anne is responsible for implementing the Automotive Group's Social Media marketing plan, which includes blogging, creating online presence/ engagement, monitoring, and reputation management. Laurie is a social butterfly in the social media world!
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- Sales Department
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- sales@premiersubaru.com
- (203) 481-0687
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- Tim Harris
- Non-Commissioned Subaru Product Consultant
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- Paola (Andi) Vilches
- Delivery Coordinator/Technology Expert
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- pvilches@premiersubaru.com
- (888) 690-6710
- Nickname: AndyAndy has been in the auto industry since 2015, assisting customers in finding the right vehicle for their needs. She was born in and resides in West Haven.Andy loves to drive her Impreza to Cornwall Park, CT, to take a long hike to the top of the mountain there. She also bike rides on a regular basis, and loves the outdoors during the winter when she gets to snowboard, snowmobile, cross country ski, and basically teach her friends how much fun winter could be.
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- Cailin Williams
- Client Care Representative
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Cailin has worked before as a BDC Manager at a previous location, and is excited to bring her expertise to the Premier team! Being caring and friendly with our customers is important. Her goal is to help you find your perfect vehicle.
She is a native and resident of Branford. She enjoys spending her spare time with her family.
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- John Slayton
- Non-Commissioned Sales Associate
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- Jslayton@buyatpremier.com
- 203-643-1224
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- Dmitriy Naumovich
- Sales Consultant
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- Baylee Kentner
- Non-Commissioned Sales Associate
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- bkentner@buyatpremier.com
- 203-643-1226
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- Ralph Ruiz
- Non-Commissioned Subaru Product Consultant
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- Matt Keeney
- Certified Sales Consultant
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- Philip Simone
- Non-Commissioned Subaru Product Consultant
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- Eleanor Carrano
- Client Care Representative
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- Office
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- (203) 481-0687
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- Virginia Augustine
- Title Clerk
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- vaugustine@premiersubaru.com
- (888) 690-6710
AKA "Ginny" or "Ethel"
Ginny was born and raised in East Haven, CT but now resides close by in Branford, CT. She has 20+ years in automotive accounting, billing and reception.
She's a mother of 3 grown children and is a grandmother to 7 lovely grandchildren--her pride and joy.
She enjoys time to herself relaxing. She also loves cooking, spending time with family and friends, and taking grandchildren for sleepovers on weekends. She can use those relaxing weekends...after all, her desk is right outside Bob's office.
She lived in the South for 2 years and loved it there. She's traveled extensively up and down the Eastern coast . She hopes her future holds even more adventure!
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- Lisa Pogwizd
- Administrative Assistant
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- lpogwizd@premiersubaru.com
- (888) 690-6710
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- Service Department
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- service@premiersubaru.com
- (203) 643- 1102
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- Brian Galaz
- Assistant Service Manager
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- La'Trell Alson
- Subaru JUST DRIVE Rental Coordinator
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- lalston@buyatpremier.com
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- Andy Pazmino
- Express Service Advisor
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- Jamie Arabolos
- Express Service Advisor
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- Zack Sowers
- Express Manager
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- Cristian Ortiz
- Express Service Advisor
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- Martine Raes
- Subaru Express Service Consutant
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- mraes@premiersubaru.com
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- Rita Wotherspoon
- Used Car Advisor/Service Client Care Representative
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- Mike Gagliardi
- Service Consultant
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- Phylann Perrotti
- Service Client Care Consultant
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- Nicholas Koumoutseas
- Certified Subaru Service Advisor
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- Aaron Grenfell
- Express Service Advisor
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- Nicole Howard
- Express Service Advisor
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- Heidi Wayne
- Main Shop Service Advisor
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- Parts Department
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- parts@premiersubaru.com
- (203) 643-1103
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- Dave Harger
- Certified Subaru Parts and Accessories Manager
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- Michael DelPeschio
- Parts Consultant
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- Robert Burgess
- Parts
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- Nick Lenhard
- Parts Advisor
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- Johnny Rodriquez
- Lead Valet
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If you have brought your car in for service and got it back all washed up, Johnny is the man to thank! Johnny, who is a resident of New Haven, is a proud father of two. In his past time, Johnny works on his vintage Toyota....which has the coolest paint job you EVER saw! You know when Johnny brings the Toyota to work....Bob is drooling all over it!
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- DJ Harger
- Valet Loaner Car Coordinator
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Premier Subaru is proud to lead the country in corporate responsibility. Premier Subaru is proud to employ a diverse group of individuals who promise to exceed your expectations at every turn. Premier Subaru's diversity has been recognized by Subaru of America on a national basis. Please allow us the opportunity to earn your confidence in our organization. Our team is ready to assist you at any time.
If you wish to recognize employees that have exceeded your expectations, please look for our Employee Achievement Award Brochures throughout our store.
