Staff


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Management

Chris Pfaff
President & CEO

Christopher took ownership of Pfaff Automotive Partners in 1986. His father founded the company in 1964 in Newmarket and since Christopher assumed leadership, the group has expanded considerably. Christopher is passionate about all things automotive and spent his youth at the track following Canadian motorsports.

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Sean Sahakian
General Manager

Sean comes from an automotive family - his father has worked in the business his entire life, and he started out washing cars when he was just 14 years old. He has over 18 years of experience in the auto industry and has always viewed Pfaff as a leader in the performance and luxury space. Sean is a graduate of Georgian College's automotive marketing program and more recently NADA. Sean lives in Kleinburg and enjoys skiing in the winter months and is also part of the Vaughan/Kleinburg soccer league.

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New Car Sales

Jessa Avila
Sales Manager | Portuguese & Spanish
(905) 907-2834

Jessa began her automotive career in 2015, after finishing her Masters Degree in International Business. She has worn many hats throughout the years, including Financial Service Manager, Sub-prime Specialist, Inventory Manager, Pre-Owned Manager and New Car Manager. She has taught at the Automotive School of Business, and in 2020, was recognized as one of Auto Remarketing Canada's 40 under 40. When she is not at the office, you can find her walking along Lakeshore with her model toy poodle, Gunner. She speaks Spanish, English and Portuguese, and lives in Oakville.

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Chris Belear
Sales Manager


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Ryan Almeida
Audi Loyalty Manager | Portuguese
(905) 907-2834

Ryan has always been into cars, and Audi has always been his favourite brand. When he was 18, he purchased a 2013 RS5 as his first car and fell in love - enough so that he wanted to work with the brand. He joined the Pfaff team in September 2017 as a car washer, then moved into a sales assistant role, lot foreman, and now Audi brand Specialist. Outside of work, Ryan loves to attend car shows, work on his car, and snowboard. He lives in Toronto.

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Jacqueline Abdo
Audi Brand Specialist
(905) 907-2834

Having studied hotel management in England, Jacqueline understands customer service. She was selling high-end corporate furniture for the German brand Nienkamper - who actually manufacturers Audi's dealership furniture. A client suggested she would do well in the automotive business, and she's never looked back. Jacqueline and her Swiss-German husband reside in Richmond Hill and are long-time Audi owners, having owned four of them before she even joined the brand 11 years ago. She has two university-aged children and enjoys snowboarding, tennis, and cooking.

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Elijah Shaw
Audi Brand Specialist
(905) 907-2834

Passionate about cars, and about German engineering, since he was a kid, Elijah attended Carelton University in Ottawa, where he majored in Law, with a minor in Canadian Studies and Human Rights. In Ottawa, he worked at a boutique that specialized in hard-to-find sneakers (another of his passions), before moving to Toronto and joining the Pfaff group to pursue his passion. When he's not working on his Corrado, he enjoys developing his photography skills while exploring new places.

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Christian Naccarato
Audi Brand Specialist | Italian
(905) 907-2834

Christian has had a passion for cars, and for Audi, since he was a child. He would go to car shows, spend hours watching car videos, and admire every vehicle in every parking lot. As soon as he got his full driver's license in 2017, he wanted to work in the automotive industry to follow his passion; he joined the Pfaff team in early 2020. Christian has a degree in political science from York University, and outside of work, plays competitive soccer.

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Rob Genchi
Audi Brand Specialist
(905) 907-2834


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Joshua Gonzales
Audi Brand Specialist

Joshua has always been passionate about cars since a early age, and has been in the industry for a decade. He has worn many hats and started as a sales assistant, where then moved on to delivery specialist with Porsche. He moved on again to the sales department, then finally to manager at Volkswagen. He has a Bachelors in Nursing. His Interest came after watching Gone in 60 seconds. He enjoys road cycling, working out, snowboarding and grabbing a cappuccino on a Sunday morning while cruising in his Porsche 911. From Toronto and can speak Tagalog.

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Josh Ferrer
Delivery Specialist
(905) 907-2834

Josh got into the automotive industry back in 2018 where he started in the service department as a porter, then went into the sales department as a sales porter. Now following his true passion in sales as an Audi brand specialist. He worked at Pfaff from 2018 to 2020 and went to Humber for criminal justice. He developed an interest in Audi's the moment he started working as a porter as he was exposed to a lot of the vehicles. Outside of work, he enjoys boxing and basketball. His favourite car is the rs5 and he lives in Thornhill.

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Christine Trinh
Compliance Admin | Cantonese
(905) 907-2834

I started in the Marine industry with an interest in marine electronics and sales, after 7-8 years of experience. I moved into service and parts for boats and part-time backfill for the business admin. Love hiking and exploring with my dog Einstein. I also LOVE food, spending precious time with family and friends, and watching hockey and basketball.

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Ariana Bellisario
Compliance Administrator

Ariana attended Ryerson University in Toronto, where she acquired her Bachelor of Arts degree. She started working at Pfaff as a receptionist on September 6th, 2022. Ariana developed an interest for cars recently after her and her friends went to a few track days. Her favorite car brand is Ferrari. Ariana spends most of her free time either at the gym, running or cycling and currently lives in the West end of Toronto.

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Mandy Higinio
Sales Receptionist

I'm an Audi enthusiast with a strong passion for the automotive industry. Joining the Audi Team in August, 2023, was a dream come true for me. My educational background includes a Bachelor's in Business, along with certification in Digital Marketing. With a lifelong love for Audi's performance, I take pride in supporting these exceptional vehicles. Outside of work, you'll find me staying active with strength training at the gym and enjoying cycling. I call North York in the GTA my home and can communicate in both English and a little Spanish. Driven by my passion, I aim to make a positive impact in the automotive world and ensure Audi enthusiasts have a remarkable experience with each interaction.

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Rena Bero
Front Receptionist

Transitioning from retail to the automotive industry in 2021, Rena embarked on a new chapter as a part-time receptionist at Nissan. Their interest in cars led them to the Pfaff family, where they joined Audi, inspired by the brand's reputation. She is currently studying business administration at the University of Guelph-Humber with a major in accounting. An appreciation for vehicles blossomed after getting their license in 2020. Among their favorites is the BMW X6. Outside of work and studies, Rena finds joy in friends, exercise, and movies. Hailing from Maple in Vaughan within the GTA, Rena is firmly rooted in this vibrant region. Fluent in Arabic, they bridge cultures effortlessly. Rena encapsulates a pursuit of passion and growth, carving a unique path in the automotive world and embracing life's diverse offerings in the heart of the GTA.

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Pre-Owned Sales

Jim Tsiliras
Pre-Owned Sales Manager
(905) 907-2834

Jim studied economics and finance at York University; he worked part-time in sales while studying, and after graduating, started his own business sourcing vehicles for his network and through referrals. His first introduction to Audi was when he and his father went to Germany and bought an Audi 1.8S to drive through Europe - the autobahn experience being a highlight of the trip. Jim joined the Pfaff group in 2021, and coaches and volunteers for his local hockey association, and also enjoys baseball, boating, road trips, and family time with his wife and teenage son. He speaks Greek and lives in south Mississauga.

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Emilio Curia
Audi Brand Specialist
(905) 907-2834

Emilio started in the Automotive Industry in 1994 as an Automotive Technician/Shop Forman with Mazda and worked in that role until 2001. Emilio then moved on to Service Manager until 2007 then General Manager until 2012. Utilizing his experience in Service/Sales Manager, he then moved on to become the Director of Pre-Owned for a Dealer Group until 2018 and has been selling Pre-Owned Vehicles since then. Emilio has collaborated with the Pfaff Group in many different occasions over the years and when the opportunity came up to join the Pfaff Group, he couldn't pass it up. Emilio attended College for the Automotive Industry, which allowed him to reach the levels of success that he had always hoped for. Emilio has always had an interest in vehicles since a young age as his family has always been apart of the Automotive World. Outside of work he likes to spend time with his wife and three boys doing all the typical family things. Emilio lives and grew up in Woodbridge, Ontario and Speaks both English and Italian.

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Massimo Fernando
Audi Brand Specialist

Massimo began his automotive career as a porter and transferred to become a sales porter. Then, Massimo was promoted to a Sales Representative role. He studied business at Humber College in Toronto. He has always been interested in German engineering and he loves the balance between sport and luxury. Massimo's favourite cars are the R8 and RSQ8. In his free time, he loves playing football, hockey and golf. When he is not playing sports, Massimo enjoys spending quality time with his family and friends. He has lived in Vaughan for his entire life.

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Mateen Imtiaz
Audi Brand Specialist


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Daniel Keresztes
Audi Brand Specialist


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Service

Peter Del Grosso
Fixed Operations Manager


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Christopher Cachia
Service Manager

My name is Christopher Cachia, service manager at Pfaff Audi. I am very proud to be a part of such an amazing group and team.
My journey within the automotive industry began over 14 years ago. I consider myself to be in the people business as I enjoy providing upscale customer service to all our valued guest. When I am not busy at work you can find me enjoying my spare time with my wife and children. 

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Romana Masucci
Customer Experience Manager


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Shaun Hedrick
Service Consultant
(905) 907-2834

Shaun bought his first car at the age of 14, and has been passionate about cars his whole life. His first job in the industry came in 1998, when he joined H.J. Pfaff Motors for a summer job, right out of high school; he's been with the company for 20 years, working as lot porter, then working at the bodyshop, and then moving to Audi as a service advisor. He currently owns a modified Audi RS4. Shaun currently lives in Maple, and in his off hours, enjoys travelling , working out and riding his motorcycle.

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Joe Wong
Service Consultant | Mandarin & Cantonese
(905) 907-2834

Joe has worked in the automotive business since 1988 - and pursued it from the start since his main interest has always been cars. He joined Pfaff, attracted by its great reputation and strong management, in 2009, after a brief stint in the financial services industry and owning his own business. He holds a degree in mathematics from York University, loves to cook, and has a collection of 13 guitars. Joe lives in Thornhill and speaks Cantonese and Mandarin.

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Adrian D'Agostino
Service Consultant
(905) 907-2834

Adrian studied business and radio broadcasting at Humber College, and worked in property management for seven years before following his passion into the automotive business in 2015. In 2019, a friend who was a past employee referred him to Pfaff. Adrian has always been fascinated by the speed, sound, and performance of great cars, and enjoys working on his own vehicle as well as playing sports, go-karting, bike riding, and more. He lives in South Simcoe.

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Andrew Wisuvanathan
Service Consultant


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Mark Dinglasan
Service Consultant


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Alessandra Verduci
Service Consultant


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Preet Dhillon
Guest Experience Specialist


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Adrianna Dias
Guest Experience Specialist


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Selena Pilato
Service Receptionist


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Parts

Marco Furgiuele
Parts Manager
(905) 907-2834

Marco's journey in the automotive industry started in 1994, when he was apart of rebuilding a 1970's Chevelle SS. This was the moment when he fall in love with the Automotive world. He has been working in parts sector for over 20 years now. Being in the automotive business, he has always heard how great the Pfaff group is. His favourite car is 1968 Camero and he has always been interested in German Cars. In his free time. he loves to spend it with his wife and two kids and watching his beloved teams play, Leafs and 49ers. His hobbies include golfing and playing hockey. He lives in Kleinburg and is fluent in Italian.

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Vincenzo Raso
Assistant Parts Manager
(905) 907-2834

Vincenzo has been a VW AUDI car enthusiast since he was a 8 years old, when his father bought his first GTI. Ever since then, he learned everything there is to know about these brands. He has been working dealerships since he was 16 years old. All of his friends know him as the AUDI/VW GUY. He has always had a great passion for cars. He loves to help people learn about the car they drive. He looks forward in learning and teaching customers the future of the automotive industry and where Audi is going.

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Joel Chunilall
Parts Consultant
(905) 907-2834


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Wayne Shane
Parts Consultant
(905) 907-2834

Wayne has been employed at Pfaff for the past 18 years, as a VW and Audi parts consultant. Previous to that, he worked at CTC and F&P. He was in the military for 22 years as a vehicle technician. His hobbies are restoring cars and anything related to automotive.

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Carmen Kuang
Parts Consultant

Carmen has always had an interest for German engineering. Before joining the Pfaff Auto team in 2021 she finally decided to enter the automotive industry in 2019 working at a collision repair facility where she aided in assessing vehicle damages and maintaining customer retention. Carmen is fluent in both Cantonese and Mandarin and on her spare time she enjoys travelling and spending time with friends and family.

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Tiffany Pascual
Parts Consultant
(905) 907-2834

Following in the footsteps of an automotive family, Tiffany has worked in the automotive industry since 2012 before joining the Pfaff Auto team in 2022. Tiffany attended Georgian college's Automotive Business school of Canada where she found an interest in the Fixed Operations aspect of the industry. Tiffany is fluent in both English and French and during free time she enjoys spending time with friends and family.

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