Staff

Current Job Title: Sales and Leasing Consultant

Time at Don Ayres: 9 months

Personal Brand Statement: Trent assists customers in purchasing their vehicles and strives to make the experience as painless and quick as possible.

Hometown: Kendallville, IN

Education: East Noble High School

Personal/Professional Goals: Trent aims to grow as a person and professional daily.

Relevant Achievement/Accomplishment: He is a USMC veteran with 25 years of experience in sales, management, and finance in the auto industry.

Hobbies/Personal Fun Facts: Working out, spending time with family and friends

Skills and Areas of Expertise: Trent has 25 years of expertise in sales, management, and finance.

Current Job Title: Sales and Leasing Consultant

Time at Don Ayres: 14 years

Personal Brand Statement: Chris Demetriades has a passion for helping people find the perfect vehicle.

Hometown: New Haven, IN

Education: New Haven High School (NHHS)

Personal/Professional Goals: Chris aims to have an excellent reputation in all facets of business and life. He believes in always “sharpening the saw” and focusing on self-renewal.

Hobbies/Personal Fun Facts:
· Big game hunting
· Hiking
· CrossFit (to scale)

Skills and Areas of Expertise: Chris values the saying, “We have two ears and one mouth,” and prides himself on being a good listener.

Current Job Title: Sales and Leasing Consultant

Time at Don Ayres: 3 years

Personal Brand Statement: Matthew has been a dedicated member of the Don Ayres Honda team for three years. He began his journey in the service administration office and transitioned to sales in February 2022, quickly finding a home at Don Ayres. His favorite part of the role is guiding guests through every step of their car-buying experience, ensuring they feel supported from start to finish and beyond.

Hometown: Springfield, IL

Education: Springfield High School

Hobbies/Personal Fun Facts: Outside of work, Matthew enjoys exploring new restaurants in Fort Wayne, so feel free to ask him for a recommendation!

Current Job Title: Sales & Leasing Consultant

Time at Don Ayres: 16 years

Personal Brand Statement: Andy finds it fulfilling to help people find vehicles that best fit their lives. He also enjoys tech support and solving the puzzles that come along with it.

Hometown: Fort Wayne, IN

Personal/Professional Goals: International travel

Relevant Achievement/Accomplishment: Gold Master Membership

Hobbies/Personal Fun Facts: Boating

Skills and Areas of Expertise: Technology support, often referred to as “Honda Yoda” due to his expertise.

Current Job Title: Sales and Leasing Consultant

Time at Don Ayres: 6 1/2 years

Personal Brand Statement: Chris helps all types of people solve their transportation needs. Whether you’re looking for a pre-owned or new vehicle, he has the knowledge and experience to find the perfect fit for you and your family.

Hometown: Fort Wayne, IN Education: Snider High School

Personal/Professional Goals: Personally, Chris aims to retire, move to the mountains in Tennessee, and travel. Professionally, he aspires to grow his career and take on a leadership role at Don Ayres Honda.

Relevant Achievements/Accomplishments: Chris received the Silver Award for the Council of Sales Leadership from Honda for outstanding sales performance in 2023. He was also one of the top sales representatives in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022.

Hobbies/Personal Fun Facts:
· Playing bass guitar
· Football (Go Colts!)
· Fishing
· Camping
· Hiking
· Traveling to scenic places

Skills and Areas of Expertise: Chris is knowledgeable about the Honda brand and other makes and models. He enjoys getting to know his customers on a personal level, which helps him better understand their transportation needs.

Current Job Title: Sales and Leasing Consultant

Time at Don Ayres: 5 years

Personal Brand Statement: Meagan Kingery is one of the few sales ladies in the area, working at the best car dealership around. She is here to help you and your family find the right vehicle.

Hometown: Yorktown, Indiana.

Education: Yorktown and Ball State University.

Hobbies/Personal Fun Facts:
· Plant mom.

· She has two gorgeous nieces that are her world.

· She visited the best football stadium, Lambeau Field. Go Pack Go!

Current Job Title: Sales & Leasing Consultant

Time at Don Ayres: 29 years

Personal Brand Statement: “Rick makes car buying simple, easy, and fun!” #RICKatDONAYRES

Hometown: Fort Wayne, IN Education: Angola High School and Tri-State University (now Trine University)

Relevant Achievements/Accomplishments:
· Honda Council of Sales Leadership Gold Membership
· Voted #1 New and Used Car Salesperson in the “Fort Wayne Readers’ Choice Awards”

Hobbies/Personal Fun Facts:
· Brother of Delta Chi Fraternity at Tri-State (Trine) University
· Raced BMX and was nationally ranked when he was young

Skills and Areas of Expertise: Rick helps solve people’s transportation needs, whether they’re looking for used vehicles or new Honda and Acura models.

Current Job Title: Sales and Leasing Consultant

Time at Don Ayres: 4 years

Personal Brand Statement: Travis is on a path of sincerity and humility in his interactions with people and the world around him, as well as within himself.

Hometown: Monroeville, IN

Education: Heritage Jr/Sr High School

Personal/Professional Goals: Travis aims to make past choices count toward a continually improving future.

Relevant Achievement/Accomplishment: He holds a degree in psychology and has 20 years of experience as a direct support and clinical professional. His past profession now aids in facilitating smooth and friendly interactions as a sales consultant.

Hobbies/Personal Fun Facts: Travis enjoys almost anything involving the arts, including music, writing, and mixed media visual arts.

Skills and Areas of Expertise: Active listening and providing sincere professional guidance are his strongest skill sets as a sales consultant.

Current Job Title: Sales & Leasing Consultant

Time at Don Ayres: 3 years

Personal Brand statement: Isaac Sauder is here to make car shopping easy and even a little fun. With no pushy sales tactics, he provides honest advice to help customers find the right vehicle. Whether it’s a first car or an upgrade, Isaac ensures each guest drives off feeling great about their choice. He likes to keep the process simple and stress-free.

Hobbies/Personal Fun Facts:
· Beginner golfer
· Former multi-sport athlete
· Avid movie enthusiast