Meet Our Staff

Meet Matt, a dedicated Sales and Leasing Consultant at Arnie Bauer with four years of experience and a knack for making car buying feel like a breeze. Born and raised in Mokena, Matt balances his passion for health and fitness with quality time spent spoiling his favorite little human—his niece. He takes pride in delivering top-tier service with a smile, always going the extra mile “The Granberry Way.” Whether he's closing a deal or counting reps, Matt brings the same focus, energy, and charm to everything he does.

With over 20 years in the automotive industry — much of it representing luxury brands — Paul Kay brings experience, professionalism, and a customer-first mindset to every interaction. His background in luxury vehicle sales has shaped his attention to detail and commitment to delivering a premium, stress-free buying experience. Born and raised in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, Paul values hard work, integrity, and building long-term relationships with his clients. He understands that purchasing a vehicle is an important decision and takes pride in making the process transparent, straightforward, and enjoyable. Outside of work, Paul is a proud father to his son, who is preparing to begin his career as a firefighter. In his free time, Paul enjoys hiking, camping, and kayaking — embracing the outdoors whenever he can. Stop in and meet Paul — he’s ready to help you find the right vehicle with confidence.

Miranda has been part of the Arnie Bauer team since 2014, bringing years of experience, reliability, and a friendly face to the dealership. Originally from Crete, IL, she stays busy at home with her three kids and enjoys spending time in the garden—nothing too fancy, just enough to keep things green. She's a fan of cooking shows (even if she’s more of a watcher than a chef). Most of all, Miranda values the strong sense of family and support she’s found with her Arnie Bauer team.

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Jennifer, originally from Hyde Park, is the undisputed warranty guru—if it’s covered, she knows it. Highly educated and endlessly patient, she makes sure every customer understands exactly what they’re getting (and what they’re not). She’s spent considerable time fine tuning her craft, turning complex policies into plain English with a smile. When it comes to warranties, Jennifer’s the calm in the chaos—and maybe the only person who actually enjoys reading the fine print.

Monese is a powerhouse of hustle and heart. A devoted mom and no-nonsense professional, she climbed from Internet Sales Agent to Internet Sales Manager through sheer skill, reliability, and maybe just a little caffeine. She’s always punctual (early, actually), kind to everyone, and sharp as a tack. Monese leads with consistency, grace, and the kind of quiet confidence that earns respect and delivers results.

Jess, originally from Channahon, has been part of the team since 2012 and has seen the industry grow and change over the years. A proud mom to her fun-loving “wild child,” she balances her home life and work life with a great sense of humor and a lot of heart. Jess is bilingual in Spanish and always ready to help—usually with a smile and a laugh along the way. She loves the family-like atmosphere here and brings that same warmth to every interaction.

Emilee is a recent college graduate from Munster, Indiana, now putting her skills to work in the Service BDC, where she helps customers navigate their service appointments with ease and a smile. A true nature enthusiast, she once traded her computer for hiking boots to do fieldwork in Colorado, helping prevent forest fires (and probably befriending a squirrel or two along the way). Her passion for the outdoors is matched only by her dedication to providing top-notch customer service. Whether it’s scheduling a tune-up or saving a forest, Emilee is always ready to lend a hand.

Joe Gromala was pretty much born here at Arnie Bauer. He has 35 plus years with the company and will retire eventually, but he is still too young for that. He is our parts manager and also a "jack of all traits." He helps every department and is our own in house tech guy. He is a great person to have around for the customers and the employees.