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Sales

  • Jason Cammisa

    Jason Cammisa

    Campus Director

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    Jason Cammisa

    Jason Cammisa

    Campus Director

    Jason is a San Francisco Bay area native and now enjoys living in the desert. Jason graduated with a finance degree from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and we are thrilled he found his way to the doors of Desert European Motorcars. He grew up in the automobile industry and enjoys racing and building cars. The car business as a whole is really more of a passion for Jason, not just a job. He truly enjoys surrounding himself with loyal customers that can appreciate fantastic cars in the same way that he does.

  • Michael Melikian

    Michael Melikian

    General Manager

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    Michael Melikian

    Michael Melikian

    General Manager

    Michael obtained his BA in Political Science and his Doctorate in Law. He has over 13 years in the Automotive Industry. He has been named Finance Manager of the Year, Team Lead of the Year and Employee of the Year. When not at work, he enjoys cooking, rugby and playing with the 2 dogs.

  • Alan     Leighton

    Alan Leighton

    Land Rover Sales Manager

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    Alan     Leighton

    Alan Leighton

    Land Rover Sales Manager

    Alan graduated from Rochester Institute of Technology with a degree in Business Administration. After college, he worked as a Manager for manufacturers supplying furniture to Resorts, hotels and high end retail stores. Alan wanted to expand his experience and went into the Automobile Industry, moving from LA to Palm Springs to work for Desert European Motorcars. He truly enjoys the Automobile Industry and the brands that they represent, especially Jaguar and Land Rover. He spends his free time on the tennis courts with his partner or taking their Weimaraner to the park.

  • Jennifer Jolley

    Jennifer Jolley

    Pre-Owned Sales Manager

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    Jennifer Jolley

    Jennifer Jolley

    Pre-Owned Sales Manager

  • Jacob Dutton

    Jacob Dutton

    Internet Sales Manager

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    Jacob Dutton

    Jacob Dutton

    Internet Sales Manager

    Jacob was born and raised in the Coachella Valley and has gained more than 17 years of experience in customer service and sales.  This has allowed him to create strong bonds with many local clients.  Jacob loves cars, and everything related to them.  

    When he is not working, He likes to go snowboarding, work on cars, ride dirt bikes, have fun with his 3 dogs, and spend quality time with his family.  His passion for cars and his dedication to helping people are the key elements for his success at Indigo Auto Group.

  • Gordon  Stewart

    Gordon Stewart

    Land Rover Sales Specialist

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    Gordon  Stewart

    Gordon Stewart

    Land Rover Sales Specialist

    Gordan, a dedicated and accomplished individual, has led a diverse and successful life. With 44 years of marital bliss alongside his beloved Robin Stewart, he’s not only a loving partner but also a multifaceted individual with a remarkable professional journey.

    Gordan’s career started as a Residential Contractor from 1930 to 2000, where he honed his skills and developed a keen sense of craftsmanship. In the year 2000, he ventured into the automotive industry by joining Damerow Ford, quickly distinguishing himself as a top salesman, achieving this distinction in 8 out of 12 months.

    From 2001 to 2007, Gordan assumed the role of Finance Manager at Landmark Ford, showcasing his expertise in financial matters. In 2007, he became a co-owner of Rasmussen-Stewart Auto Group, a venture based in Crete, Nebraska, which he actively managed until 2010.

    Following this, Gordan continued his automotive career at Palm Springs Motors from 2010 to 2013, and then at Jessup Auto Plaza, where he excelled in internet sales, consistently ranking as the top salesman for 3 out of 4 years from 2014 to 2018.

    Currently, Gordan is putting his automotive knowledge and skills to good use at Land Rover/Jaguar Rancho Mirage, where he continues to excel in the sales field since 2019.

    Outside the realm of work, Gordan’s interests are as varied as his career. He is a voracious reader, consuming 2-3 books per week, displaying a passion for knowledge. He also enjoys woodworking and furniture making, channeling his craftsmanship into tangible creations. In his leisure time, you can find him fishing, engaging in competitive archery, and testing his skills at skeet shooting. Gordan’s life is a testament to his diverse talents and unyielding dedication to both his personal and professional pursuits.

  • Joshua Bott

    Joshua Bott

    Land Rover Sales Specialist

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    Joshua Bott

    Joshua Bott

    Land Rover Sales Specialist

    Joshua Bott embarked on his automotive career in 2004/2005, initially with Saturn until the brand’s unfortunate dissolution in 2010. His passion for the automotive world led him to Desert European Motorcars in 2010, where he quickly established himself as a Maserati Specialist.

    During his tenure at Desert European Motorcars, Joshua’s role expanded beyond sales. He took on the responsibilities of Inventory Manager and played a pivotal role in advertising, handling tasks such as setting up DuPont Magazine ads and managing eBay listings for vehicles.

    In 2014, Joshua’s life took a new turn when indiGO Auto Group took over, prompting his departure. He made this decision after meeting the love of his life, who resided in San Diego. Fortunately, he had the opportunity to relocate to San Diego European Motorcars, which boasted prestigious brands such as Jaguar, Aston Martin, and Lotus.

    In 2016, Joshua and his wife returned to the Desert together when he accepted a management position at a Chevrolet and Cadillac dealership. It wasn’t long before he found his way back to indiGO Auto Group in November 2020.

    In 2021, Joshua and his wife tied the knot, marking a significant milestone in their lives. His dedication and exceptional contributions to the team earned him the prestigious BRAVO Award in 2022, an equivalent to Employee of the Year, as recognized by his colleagues. Joshua is known for going above and beyond for associates and clients alike, solidifying his status as an asset to the dealership.

    Joshua’s expertise spans a wide range, encompassing not only the featured brands within indiGO Auto Group but also their competitors. Outside of work, he cherishes quality time with his wife and their faithful dog, Champ. They enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and frequent trips to the beach. On more relaxed evenings, you might find them engrossed in David Attenborough documentaries or indulging in reruns of the timeless sitcom, Friends (with a firm stance on Ross and Rachel’s infamous “break”).

    Throughout his life, Joshua lives by a couple of profound sayings that have shaped his approach to both work and personal interactions:

    1. “You can get anything you want in life if you help others get what they want first.” – Zig Ziglar

    2. “Earn your success based on the service to others, not the expense of others.” – H. Jackson Brown Jr.

  • Elle  Tobias

    Elle Tobias

    Land Rover Sales Specialist

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    Elle  Tobias

    Elle Tobias

    Land Rover Sales Specialist

    Elle’s journey in the auto industry commenced in July of 2021, marking the beginning of her exciting career. Starting in sales, Elle has her sights set on advancing into a leadership role in the future.

    Elle has honed her expertise in various domains, including sales, marketing, negotiation skills, and business development. Her hallmark is her ability to establish a warm and inviting atmosphere for prospective clients, ensuring they feel comfortable and un-rushed throughout their experience. Elle’s approach prioritizes respect, kindness, and a consistently friendly and positive attitude.

    Elle’s professional passions and goals revolve around serving as a positive role model for her colleagues and progressing within the company to a leadership position. Her aim is to enhance clients’ experiences, from their very first visit to the dealership to the moment they drive off in their new vehicle. Elle aspires for IndiGO Auto Group to become the go-to destination for auto shopping, not only for clients but also for their referrals.

    With a solid educational foundation, Elle holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a focus on International Business. She graduated with honors, Cum Laude, from the University of the Incarnate Word. Her college journey as a non-traditional, full-time student was a testament to her dedication, as she balanced being a single mom, working full-time, and raising two young children.

    Elle’s professional background encompasses diverse experiences, including working in the hospitality industry at several international 5-star hotels and training business owners worldwide in sales strategies, marketing, and staff recruitment within the technology sector.

    Fluency in Spanish, her first language, comes naturally to Elle. She also boasts proficiency in French, a language she studied in both high school and college, and is actively learning Italian and Portuguese.

    In her relatively short time in the auto industry, Elle has created countless happy moments with her clients, who often laud her for making their auto shopping experiences memorable. Some clients have even returned multiple times to purchase from her, a testament to the exceptional service she provides. In just over two years, Elle has built a strong reputation among her clients, some of whom have connected with her on social media to stay in touch.

    Outside of her professional life, Elle finds immense joy in spending quality time with her family and their beloved Ragdoll Cat, Sir Indiana Bigglesworth, affectionately known as “Indy.” Elle’s hobbies include oil painting, pottery-making, and reading books. She also enjoys staying active through activities like hiking and exploring new cities by foot, combining her love for discovery with staying in shape.

  • Alan Hanson

    Alan Hanson

    Land Rover Sales Specialist

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    Alan Hanson

    Alan Hanson

    Land Rover Sales Specialist

    Allan started in the Automotive Industry when he was sixteen years old. He started custom painting vehicles, repair and refinishing, paintless dent removal and more, leading to a 45-year career.
    He started as a professional sales consultant in 2009 and has been with Jaguar Land Rover for the last four years. He enjoys cooking, boating and sailing, scuba diving, and traveling the world.

  • Ben Villarreal

    Ben Villarreal

    Land Rover Sales Consultant

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    Ben Villarreal

    Ben Villarreal

    Land Rover Sales Consultant

    Ben Villarreal

    Ben began his career in the automotive industry at the young age of 21 in the year 2012 and has remained a dedicated professional ever since. With a remarkable nine-year tenure at Ford, he achieved the prestigious title of Internet Sales Manager of the Year in 2018.

    Driven by a desire to explore the luxury side of the business, Ben embarked on a new journey by joining the Indigo Auto Group in January 2021. Since then, he has cherished every moment of his experience within the group.

    A native of the Coachella Valley, Ben was born in San Diego and raised in the desert. When he’s not immersed in his career, he delights in spending quality family time with his wife and their lively 5-year-old son. Their adventures include visits to theme parks, attending sporting events, and enjoying a round of golf.

Service

  • Samuel  Zuniga

    Samuel Zuniga

    Land Rover Service Consultant

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    Samuel  Zuniga

    Samuel Zuniga

    Land Rover Service Consultant

  • Jesus Lara

    Jesus Lara

    Land Rover Service Consultant

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    Jesus Lara

    Jesus Lara

    Land Rover Service Consultant

  • Ivan Covarrubias

    Ivan Covarrubias

    Land Rover Service Manager

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    Ivan Covarrubias

    Ivan Covarrubias

    Land Rover Service Manager

    Ivan has been in the automotive industry for 20 years 18 years with Land Rover, Jaguar. He has dedicated his career to make processes that promote employee growth and create a premium customer experience. His passion is working with people, throughout his career Ivan has focused on training programs that helped service departments operate in unison and helped people grow within their organizations.

    Ivan is a loving father of two boys who take up all his free time. They enjoy playing video games, spontaneous trips, tickle fights and anything else they can think of.

  • Duncan Emmons

    Duncan Emmons

    Land Rover Service Consultant

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    Duncan Emmons

    Duncan Emmons

    Land Rover Service Consultant

Parts

  • David Church

    David Church

    Parts Manager

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    David Church

    David Church

    Parts Manager

    David has worked in the automotive parts business for over thirty-six years, working diligently with multiple brands of vehicles. He has been here at Desert European for seventeen of those years. He is currently the parts manager for our Land Rover Center. During David’s time off from work, he enjoys camping, family time, and the opportunity to discover new things.

  • Alex Martinez

    Alex Martinez

    Land Rover Parts Advisor

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    Alex Martinez

    Alex Martinez

    Land Rover Parts Advisor

  • Randy Beardsley

    Randy Beardsley

    Land Rover Parts Advisor

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    Randy Beardsley

    Randy Beardsley

    Land Rover Parts Advisor

Executive Team

  • Kelly Wolf

    Kelly Wolf

    CEO

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    Kelly Wolf

    Kelly Wolf

    CEO

    For Kelly Wolf, appreciation is a relative term. A self-professed auto devotee, Wolf was perhaps destined for the car industry. In fact, it was a SL500 that set his career in motion, but that’s a story for a different day.

    Hired as a salesman by Mercedes-Benz of Houston soon after graduating from the University of Texas, Austin in 2000, he accelerated through various dealership ranks from Pre-Owned Sales Director (Momentum Jaguar, Volvo, Porsche Houston; Momentum BMW Houston) to General Sales Manager (Fremont Motorcars, CA; Momentum Jaguar, Volvo, Land Rover, and Porsche Houston).

    A results-driven attitude and focus on customer care helped propel Wolf into a top leadership position when indiGO Auto Group recruited him to be its first General Manager in 2010 for Porsche North Houston. As the company rapidly expanded in the subsequent years, Wolf was named Chief Operating Officer in 2013, overseeing stores in three states, and in 2019, company President. Today as Chief Executive Officer and Dealer Principal of indiGO Auto Group, now a subsidiary of Pon Holdings, based in The Netherlands, Wolf is responsible for the company’s 26 franchise dealerships, representing the luxury brands of Porsche, Ferrari, Audi, Lamborghini, Bentley, McLaren, Rolls-Royce, Jaguar, Land Rover, BMW, Aston Martin, Rimac, and Volkswagen (currently throughout Texas, California, Missouri, and Arkansas).

    Aside from running the day-to-day operations of indiGO Auto Group’s individual dealerships, spearheading business development, and nurturing manufacturer relationships, Wolf also leads automotive group sales and the fixed operations teams, all while delivering the highest level of customer service.

    In 2023, he was appointed SVP of Pon & CEO of Pon Luxury & Performance Cars NA/NL/VN, making him responsible for all of indiGO Auto Group (NA) as well as Pon Holdings’ wholesale and retail activities in The Netherlands (NL) and Vietnam (VN). Wolf also sits on the Pon Holdings’ management board.

    With a career spanning several decades, Wolf’s wealth of knowledge and impressive track record in the U.S. auto market has helped indiGO Auto Group become a world-class player in the luxury and sports car industry.

    Wolf, a native Texan, has been profiled in numerous publications, including The Houston Business Journal and Automotive News, where he also was named one of the elite 40 under 40 in the automotive industry. He
    currently serves on the Board of Regents for Porsche Cars North America and has been a board member since 2020. Prior to that, he was a member of the Rolls-Royce Dealer Advisory Board (2013 – 2020), where he served as Chairman from 2017-2020.

    While his passion for the auto industry is undeniable, the key to his heart is his wife Jacee and their two daughters, Allison (16) and Keaton (13).

  • Michael Weibel

    Michael Weibel

    Vice President of Operations

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    Michael Weibel

    Michael Weibel

    Vice President of Operations

  • Chelsey Dunn

    Chelsey Dunn

    Director of Human Resources

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    Chelsey Dunn

    Chelsey Dunn

    Director of Human Resources

  • Courtney Newton

    Courtney Newton

    Director of Marketing and Operations

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    Courtney Newton

    Courtney Newton

    Director of Marketing and Operations

  • Jackson Fulham

    Jackson Fulham

    Director of Finance & Insurance

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    Jackson Fulham

    Jackson Fulham

    Director of Finance & Insurance

  • Beth Hanlon

    Beth Hanlon

    Director of Training and Development

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    Beth Hanlon

    Beth Hanlon

    Director of Training and Development

  • Mike Yale

    Mike Yale

    Central Region Fixed Operations Director

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    Mike Yale

    Mike Yale

    Central Region Fixed Operations Director

  • Ralph Rodriguez

    Ralph Rodriguez

    Fixed Operations Director

    Ralph Rodriguez

    Ralph Rodriguez

    Fixed Operations Director

  • Dustin Carr

    Dustin Carr

    Director of Real Estate and Development

    Dustin Carr

    Dustin Carr

    Director of Real Estate and Development

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