Meet Our Team

Jess, the Controller at Stuckey Automotive, joined the company in June of 2014. "I love the employees and that my job has a lot of variety to it."

Why Ford, Subaru, Buick / GMC, or Mitsubishi? "They're all really dependable."

Favorite Vehicle: Ford Expedition. "I like the space and extra room."

Jess grew up in Martinsburg and graduated from IUP with a degree in Accounting. She currently lives in Hollidaysburg, is married, and has two sons. In her spare time, she enjoys running, reading, and playing with her kids.

Fun Fact: "I love to be outside."

Chuck, the General Sales Manager at Stuckey Automotive, started with the company in January of 2010. "I love our driven, passionate team. It's exciting having the opportunity to sell so many different brands and serving all of our customers."

Why Ford, Subaru, Buick / GMC, or Mitsubishi? "It's great to have five dominating brands in the vehicle industry. Subaru makes an awesome product with industry-leading safety, including Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Ford makes the best truck on the road and has beat the competition for over 40 years. Buick offers the best in luxury and ride quality. GMC's design and styling are extremely appealing. Mitsubishi models are incredibly reliable - each one is backed by the industry-leading 10-year, 100k mile warranty!"

"I grew up in Lakemont and currently live in Bellwood with my wife (Allie), daughter (Laken), and silver lab (Skip). We all enjoy going to the lake, four-wheeling, and hunting."

Sush joined Stuckey Automotive in May of 2015 and works as a Sales Manager. "The work environment is excellent, and I love seeing customers' smiles as they leave in their new car."

Why Ford, Subaru, Buick / GMC, and Mitsubishi? "Ford and Subaru offer the latest in technology, and Buick and GMC feature comfort and luxury.  Mitsubishi keeps turning out quality vehicles that are budget friendly.

Born in New Jersey and raised in the Poconos, Sush is married and enjoys working on his car and house in his spare time.

Fun Fact: "My favorite food is legit New York-style pizza."

Shawn joined Stuckey Automotive in January of 2012 and is a Ford Sales Manager. "I love my colleagues and friends, and I enjoy getting to know our customers as well as meeting new people every day."

Why Ford? "The vehicles are reliable and tough."

Favorite Vehicle: Ford F-150. "It's comfortable, durable, and reliable."

Shawn has a wife (Pam), three children, and two grandsons. In his spare time, he enjoys mountain biking, running, and hanging out with his children and grandsons.

Fun Fact: "I lived in Manhattan and Los Angeles for a number of years."

Bradley has been with Stuckey Automotive since July 31^st, 2017, as a Sales Professional. "What I love most about Stuckey Auto is the staff and all the personalities that make up that staff. I also love the way we stand behind customers and their purchases. The part of sales I enjoy most is when we find the right vehicle. The smile and the satisfaction of the customer conveys that my job was well-done."

Why Ford? "What I love about the Ford brand is how they continue to create the next best thing year after year."

Favorite Vehicle: Mustang convertible. "It is so iconic and defines freedom for me."

"I was born in Philadelphia, PA, raised in Huntingdon, PA, and live in Portage, PA. I am HVAC/electrical/plumbing-certified and spent 15 years in the commercial (metal framing) and residential (stick framing) industries."

AJ joined Stuckey Automotive in 2017 and works as a Sales Professional. "I really appreciate the transparency and culture at Stuckey's, and I love watching people drive away in their new vehicles."

Why Ford? "Fords hold their value."

Favorite Vehicle: Ford Raptor. "It's like your toy truck. It can do anything."

Penny is the Warranty Administrator at Stuckey Automotive and joined the company in October of 1987. "I love the employees I work with, and I enjoy working with the Service Advisors on the warranties."

Why Ford and Subaru? "They both make really dependable vehicles."

Favorite Vehicle: Ford Explorer. "It has lots of room and a nice ride."

Penny lives in East Freedom and has two daughters and two grandsons. When she's not at work, she likes to watch her grandkids and go to the lake.

Favorite Vehicle: "We spend a lot of time on the lake in Maryland."

Tim joined the company in March of 2019. "The people that work here are very nice. My favorite part of my job is helping to solve customers' problems."

Tim received a B.S. degree from Penn State University and is married with five children. He attends Saint Mary's Catholic Church in Hollidaysburg and enjoys hunting, fishing, and farming in his spare time.

Nathan, a Sales Professional at Stuckey Automotive, joined the team in November of 2017. "I love the people I work with - they make it fun. My favorite part of the sales process is handing the keys over to the customer's new car."

Why Subaru? "The safety - that's why I bought one."

Favorite Vehicle: Subaru Ascent. "I like the Ascent because of the cargo space and amount of room that it has for passengers."

Nathan grew up in and still resides in Hollidaysburg. He studied at the University of Pittsburgh Johnstown, and he is married. He has one son with another child on the way. In his spare time, he enjoys playing outside with his son and golfing.

Fun Fact: "I once threw a perfect game in high school."

Tim, a Sales Professional, started with Stuckey Automotive in May of 2019. "I love Stuckey's great reputation in the community as well as the quality of the products that we sell. I also enjoy getting to know different people each day."

Why Subaru? "I love the reliability and quality of Subaru."

Favorite Vehicle. "It's a great, fast little car."

In his spare time, Tim enjoys hanging out with his family and fly fishing.

Fun Fact: "I love extreme sports."

Ben Landis is a sales professional at Stuckey Subaru.  He's been with our team since 2020.

Out of Ford, Subaru, Mitsubishi, Buick or GMC, which is your favorite brand and why?  My favorite brand is GMC because of their trucks, but Subaru is a close 2nd!

If you could have your pick of any vehicle we sell, what would it be and why?  That vehicle would be a GMC Sierra 1500 SLT - or a Subaru WRX STI!

What's the best part of working at Stuckey Automotive?  I like meeting new people and helping them get into a car that they love! 

What's the best skill you can offer our customers?  My best skills are being a people person, knowledge, and a true love for vehicles!

Finish this sentence:  On Sunday mornings, you can find me…Relaxing at home, enjoying time with my family -

Andrew Rubritz is a sales professional at Stuckey Subaru.  He joined our team at the beginning of 2021.

Out of Ford, Subaru, Mitsubishi, Buick or GMC, which is your favorite brand and why?  Subaru because their all-wheel drive system is incredible in inclement weather.

If you could have your pick of any vehicle we sell, what would it be and why?  The Subaru Forester Sport!

What's the best part of working at Stuckey Automotive?  Helping customers find their perfect car for their situation.

 What do you think are the best skills that you bring to the job? Being able to easily have a conversation with customers over just about anything.

Favorite local eatery?  Main Moon!

What's a fun fact about yourself?  I am a graduate of Penn State and the football team there didn't lose a game while I was in attendance in the Student Section.

Ian is a Sales Manager at Stuckey Mitsubishi, joining the company in September of 2018. "My favorite aspect of the workplace is the people, and I enjoy working with first-time buyers."

Why Ford, Subaru, Buick / GMC, or Mitsubishi? "They all have cool histories."

Favorite Mitsubishi Model. "The Eclipse. It's fun to drive and has lots of style."

Ian grew up in Bedford County and now lives in Duncansville with his wife and three kids. In his spare time, he likes to coach, run his kids around, and spend time with his family.

Walt Babiak is a Sales Manager at Stuckey Mitsubishi.  He joined the company in 2016.

Out of Ford, Subaru, Mitsubishi, or Buick / GMC, which is your favorite brand and why? Mitsubishi of course, it's the best value in the business!

If you could have your pick of any vehicle we sell, what would it be and why? The newly released 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander, for its rugged and sharp exterior, beautifully updated interior styling, and of course a 10-year warranty.

What do you like most about serving our customers?  I have the opportunity to help customers make financially-smart decisions.  It gives me a great sense of pride to know that I am truly helping people find the vehicle they want at a price they can afford.

What do you consider to be the best part about working here?  The best part about working at Stuckey's is that our entire team feels like one big awesome family!

What do you think are the best skills that you bring to the job?  With a decade of experience in the Automotive industry, I bring years of knowledge to the table and that allows me to easily and thoroughly assist every customer - regardless of the situation.

What's a fun fact about yourself?  Cars aren't just my job, they are my passion, from my own projects at home to my love of racing, which makes my job not a job at all!

Out of Ford, Subaru, Mitsubishi, or Buick / GMC, what is your favorite brand and why?  My favorite brand is Ford. I like the way the drive and handle.

If you could have your choice of any model we sell, what would it be?  It would be a brand new 2021 Ford Raptor!  I love the mean and sporty look of them!

What's the best part of serving our customers?  I love making peoples dreams come true!

What's a fun fact about yourself?  I have three dogs!

What's your favorite local restaurant?  Wings Over Happy Valley.

What's the best part about working here?  Driving all the new cars!

How long have you been with the Stuckey Mitsubishi team?  I have been with the company since August of 2020.

What do you like most about serving our customers?  My favorite part is that I get to talk to people constantly.  Each new customer comes with a new conversation!

What do you consider to be the best part of working here?  The people I work with at Stuckey Mitsubishi are the absolute best thing about working here. Everyone in the company is a team, that will do anything to help each other succeed. 

Out of Ford, Subaru, Mitsubishi, and Buick GMC, which s your favorite brand and why?  While every brand that we have here with the Stuckey Automotive group has its own set of strengths, my favorite brand is Ford. Mitsubishi is a fantastic brand for reliability and affordability, however there is no vehicle better than a Ford F-150.

What do you think is the best skill that you bring to the job?  I grew up just down the road from the Stuckey Ford dealership, working at my grandfather's garage as a teenager. The biggest thing I learned from my grandfather is to never give up - that's the best quality I bring to Stuckey Mitsubishi.

Finish this sentence:  On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…On the weekends you can usually find me fishing in one of central Pennsylvania's beautiful waterways.

Brianna Rodgers joined Stuckey Mitsubishi in 2020 as a sales professional.

Out of Ford, Subaru, Mitsubishi, or Buick / GMC, which is your favorite brand and why? Ford, because the vehicles are amazing in the snow. 

If you could have your pick of any vehicle we sell, what would it be and why?  Ford Expedition, because it is just overall and amazing vehicle. 

What do you like most about serving our customers?  I love interacting with all the different customers.  Each day is filled with something new and exciting, and I never know what I might be walking into for the day.

What do you consider to be the best part about working here?  The atmosphere.

What do you think are the best skills that you bring to the job?  My excitement and joy I have when working with customers. 

What's a fun fact about yourself?  I was a gymnast for 12 years and a competitive powerlifter. 

If you could have your pick of any vehicle we sell, what would it be and why?  The 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2.4 GT.
It's an excellent example of the versatility, reliability and sporty looks featured in the Mitsubishi lineup.

What do you like most about serving our customers?  I like to bring the customer the confidence in having the best deal and best price possible on their new or pre-owned vehicle.

What do you consider to be the best part of working here? I learn something new every day.

What's the best skill you bring to the job?  It's my work ethic.  "There are no part time savages."

Favorite place to eat:  Nardo's Café in Altoona

What's a skill of yours that most people don't know about:  I'm a musician.  I can play guitar, drums, bass, harmonica, and I dabble with piano.

Finish this sentence:  On Sunday mornings, you can find me… drinking coffee and preparing a guitar lesson for my students.

Suzie joined Stuckey Automotive in February of 2018 as a Sales Representative. "My favorite aspect of working here is the camaraderie, and my favorite parts of the sales process are meeting new people and watching satisfied customers drive off the lot."

What brand do you favor most? "I admire Ford because of its history and tradition."

Favorite Vehicle: Ford Edge ST

Outside of work, Suzie enjoys trap shooting, hunting, and hanging out with friends and family. Originally from Nicktown, PA, she attended Lock Haven University and currently resides in Colver, PA. She has a fur baby named Mac who is a German Shorthaired Pointer.

Fun Fact: I am a cancer survivor, and I've raised $85,000 for other cancer survivors through Suzapalooza fundraiser.Why Ford? "I admire Ford because of its history and tradition."

Favorite Vehicle: Ford Edge ST

Outside of work, Suzie enjoys trap shooting, hunting, and hanging out with friends and family. Originally from Nicktown, PA, she attended Lock Haven University and currently resides in Colver, PA. 

Jennifer joined Stuckey Automotive in September of 2001 and currently works as a Finance Manager. "I love the great workplace atmosphere, and I enjoy the excitement of people getting into their newly-purchased vehicles."

Why Ford, Subaru, Mitsubishi, Buick, and GMC? "Ford offers amazing technology, Subaru is known for its safety, Mitsubishis are a great value, Buicks are very luxurious, and GMC's vehicles have pleasing aesthetics."

Favorite Vehicle: Ford Mustang. "It's my favorite car - I own three of them."

Originally from Irvona, PA, Jennifer currently lives in Duncansville. She attended South Hills School of Business and Technology in Altoona. Her husband is Aaron, and she has one daughter named Melissa. PFC Bradley Kritzer, who means a lot to her, was killed-in-action on May 5th, 2004. In her spare time, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family.

Fun Fact: "I enjoy car shows."

Troy, a Finance Manager at Stuckey Automotive, joined the company in November of 2014. "I love the family atmosphere, and I enjoy watching the customer experience from beginning to end and seeing happy customers."

Why Ford and Subaru? "I think that between Ford and Subaru, we have some of the most well-respected and fun brands on the market."

Favorite Vehicle: Ford Mustang. "My first vehicle was a 1965 Mustang, and I have loved the Mustang line since."

Troy is from Dalton, Georgia, and now lives in Pennsylvania. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, is married, and has four children. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his kids and playing the guitar.

Fun Fact: "I have one kidney!"

Jim is a Finance Manager at Stuckey Subaru.  He joined the company at the end of 2017. "I love the atmosphere - it's a very positive company. And I enjoy meeting a ton of people as part of my job."

Why Subaru? "I love Subaru because its vehicles are incredibly reliable and safe because they feature EyeSight Assist. They are one of the best brands on the market."

Favorite Vehicle: Subaru Forester "It handles better than other vehicles in the wintertime."

Jim is a life-long Altoona resident and has a long-term girlfriend. Outside of work, he is an avid reader: "I'll read just about anything."

Steffan joined Stuckey Automotive in April of 2018 as a Sales Professional.  Today, he's a Finance Manager at Stuckey Mitsubishi in State College . "I like the idea that I can come to work and feel like I have a family away from home. My coworkers are awesome. I really enjoy working with first-time buyers. They are the most rewarding as I get to build relationships that I will have for years to come." 

Steffan grew up in Bellwood and currently resides in Altoona. He attended Bellwood-Antis High School and Saint Francis University. "When I am not at work, you can find me at the gym, at Raystown Lake, or hanging out with my friends and family." 

Fun Fact: "I lived in Pittsburgh for a year after college and found my way back home to Altoona and Stuckey Automotive at the same time! It is good to be back!" 

Reggie, Ford's Service Manager, joined Stuckey Automotive in July of 2014. "My co-workers are the biggest reason we succeed, and they make each day more interesting. I really enjoy fixing something no other service department could."

Why Ford? "The evolution of their products."

Favorite Vehicle: Ford F-150. "It's the #1 selling truck for a reason."

Reggie is Ford Master Certified, Subaru Master Certified, and Ford Commercial Master Certified. He has a wife (Aleka) and three children (Ella, Benny, and Adelynne). He enjoys spending time with his family and friends in his spare time. 

John Ostinowsky has worked at Stuckey Ford Service Center as a service advisor since 2016.

Out of Ford, Subaru, Mitsubishi, or Buick / GMC, which is your favorite brand and why? I currently work in the Ford service center so at this time Ford is most definitely my favorite brand at this time.

If you could have your pick of any vehicle we sell, what would it be and why?  My choice of vehicle would be any of our quality brands but I am partial to truck so Ford F150 or GMC Sierra.  

What do you like most about serving our customers?  The best part about taking care of our customers is being able to help people in times of need.

What's the best part of working at Stuckey Automotive?  It's the relationships I have with my coworkers and how everyone feels like family.

What the best skill that you bring to the table?  My best skill set for my job would be my communication skills I love communicating with people.

Finish this sentence:  On Sunday mornings you will find me…at Church followed by a hike or run in the woods.

Wes is the Subaru Service Manager at Stuckey Automotive and has been with the company since April of 2015. "I love the people I work with, and I really enjoy dealing with customers." 

Why Subaru? "They are very dependable vehicles." 

Favorite Vehicle: WRX. "It handles well, it's powerful, and it's a fun car to drive." 

Originally from Ebensburg, PA, Wes is currently building a house in Lily, PA. He is married with two kids, one boy and one girl, and he has been in the automotive industry since he was 19. In his spare time, he likes to spend time with his kids and dog, camp, fish, and play and coach baseball. 

Fun Fact: "I have a big portrait of Cosmo Kramer in my office because I'm a huge Seinfeld fan." 

Kim, a Subaru Service Advisor, joined Stuckey Automotive in June of 2015. "I love the customers and the employees. I really enjoy helping with communication between customers and technicians."

Why Subaru? "They have terrific customer service and reliability."

Favorite Vehicle: Subaru Crosstrek. "I drive one. I like the all-wheel drive and the look of the vehicle."

Kim grew up in and still resides in Altoona. She has a husband and two dogs, and she enjoys hiking with them in her spare time.

Fun Fact: "I got married on New Years' Eve."

Danica, a Subaru Service Advisor, joined Stuckey Automotive in June of 2017. "I love the customers and the people I work with. Everyone is always helpful and friendly. Making our customers' days better is always a pleasure."

Why Subaru? "They're all about customer satisfaction and helping to promote strong communities and families as well as safety."

Favorite Vehicle: Subaru Crosstrek. "I like the look and they are dependable.

An Altoona resident, Danica's fiancé is Tyler Frederick. They are scheduled to be wed on August 24^th, 2019, and they have one son named Lincoln Frederick. In her spare time, Danica enjoys hanging out with her family and friends.

Fun Fact: "I like sunrises a lot."

Lieesha joined Stuckey Automotive around October of 2019 as a Customer Care Specialist. She likes her job and the team she works with, and she loves making customers happy by finding an appointment time and date they want.

Favorite Vehicle: Ford Fusion. "I feel like a celebrity when I drive it."

Originally from Brooklyn, NY, and currently a resident of Altoona, Lieesha enjoys playing sports with her two sons and cleaning.

Cody joined Stuckey Automotive around the beginning of 2019 as a Service Advisor. "I love the people I get to work with. They are down-to-earth and helpful. My favorite part of my job is calling the customer and letting them know that we fixed their problem."

Cody's hometown is Orlando, Florida, home of Disney World. He now lives in Altoona, and he is engaged. 

Brandon Tubs is the service manager at Stuckey Mitsubishi.  He's been with our team since we first opened.  

-Why Ford, Subaru, Buick / GMC, or Mitsubishi? I love all makes and models! It's hard to pick one they all have such an amazing history and have come along way!

What's a fun fact about yourself? I love the outdoors!

Favorite restaurant? Del Taco, Sadly they don't have them in PA 

Finish this sentence:  On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me… You won't!  I am out doing something outdoors.

What's your biggest pet peeve - I can't stand when someone is late - it drives me crazy!

Brandon Zitsch has been with the Stuckey Automotive team since 2018.  Today, he's the parts manager at Stuckey Subaru. 

Out of Ford, Subaru, Mitsubishi, Buick or GMC, which is your favorite brand and why?  My favorite brand is Ford.  I'm a truck guy and I've owned numerous Ford Rangers over the last 10 years - it's a solid, reliable truck!

If you could have your pick of any vehicle we sell, what would it be and why?  I would love to have an 03-04 Ford Mustang Cobra SVT (coupe).  It's my dream car and the supercharge whine is intoxicating!

What do you like most about serving our customers?  I enjoy meeting new Subaru customers and helping them get the correct parts and accessories they need and sending them over to our service department if they need additional help.

What's the best part of working at Stuckey Automotive?  It's the people that work here.  It's definitely a team-oriented atmosphere!

Favorite local eatery?  Mike's Court in Altoona!

What is your biggest pet peeve?  It drives me nuts when I'm going to be late for something!

Dave is a Collision Estimator at Stuckey Automotive who joined the company in May of 2018. "I love the people I work with. I especially enjoy working with the technicians on the repair process."

Favorite Vehicle: Subaru Crosstrek. "I like the design. They're very versatile."

Dave grew up in Duncansville and now lives in Riggles Gap, PA. He has a four-year business degree and likes to ride motorcycles when he's not at work.

Fun Fact: "I've ridden a motorcycle to the Smoky Mountains and back."

Nick joined Stuckey Automotive in November of 2014 and currently works as a Collision Estimator. "I love the great team atmosphere, and it's really satisfying and rewarding to help folks in our Collision Center."

Out of Ford, Subaru, Mitsubishi, or Buick / GMC, which is your favorite brand? "I love Ford's rich motorsports history and their influence in the automotive industry."

Favorite Vehicle: Ford Mustang. "The Mustang is iconic, and the V8 GT is fun to drive."

Nick graduated from Penn State. He has a wife named Alli and two cats, Geddy and Pam. He was born, raised, and still lives in Cresson, PA.

Fun Fact: "My favorite place to go on vacation is Myrtle Beach. Also, I have only ever owned Fords and Subarus."

Candi joined the Buick GMC dealership on January 3^rd, 2006, and currently works in the new Stuckey Automotive Collision Center. "The camaraderie among the employees is really amazing, and I love being able to work with people."

Favorite Vehicle: GMC Acadia. "I can haul my family in it, and I like the look of it."

An Altoona Area High School graduate, Candi enjoys spending quality time with her family.

Fun Fact: "I'm named after a Tony Orlando song."

Tammy works in Collision Support and joined Stuckey Automotive in May of 2012. "I love the employees I work with and the fast-paced environment that keeps me busy."

Favorite Vehicle: Ford Edge. "It's not too large, and it's not too small. It's the perfect mid-size SUV."

Tammy grew up in Altoona and now resides in Hollidaysburg. She enjoys spending time with her family when she's not at work.

Fun Fact: "I love extra-sweet iced tea."