Meet Our Staff

I have been with Napleton Rockford/Loves Park locations approaching 9 years and have been in the automobile business more than 19 years. Superior client relations, while establishing client retention through employee satisfaction, is my targeted daily focus. Please contact me with any questions and allow me to provide you the benefits of the Napleton Advantage. Thank you for your interest in our dealership!

Hello my name is George Buchaklian and i have been in the car business for over 35 years, my hobbies are collecting and restoring antique and special interest autos, golf, and designing and building various stained glass windows and lamps. I really enjoy finding that special used or certified car or truck for my many repeat customers, please stop in and see our great inventory of certified and preowned cars and trucks today you won't be dissapointed.

I’m Todd Kundinger, Sales Manager here at Napleton Auto Werks. I have been in the auto industry since June of 2010 & with Napleton Auto Werks since August of 2012. I have lived here in the Greater Rockford Area since 1996, I was raised in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, which I will always consider my home due to my large family there & several generations of heritage. I work tirelessly to ensure that all guests that come through our doors feel as though they are family & are treated as such. My time spent outside of work is largely spent at the gym, my physical fitness is priceless to me, I also enjoy riding my motorcycle when weather permits. Please do not ever hesitate to stop in & see me, I would enjoy being able to show you how you should & deserve to be treated by your auto dealership.

Hello Everyone, My name is Terry Searcy and I am one of the Business Managers with Napleton Auto Werks. I have been in the car business since the age of 16. When I am not at the dealership, I enjoy spending time with my wife and 5 kids or playing golf. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to be of assistance.

My name is Gary Heckman and I am the dedicated Audi Service Consultant here at Napleton Auto Werks. I have been in the automobile business for 20 years and a loyal employee of Napleton’s for over 14 of those years. I recognize your time is valuable, so it is my desire that your service experience is quick and efficient, and your vehicle is fixed right the first time. I have been married to my bride Robin for 15 years (ask me about her cake business) and we are the proud parents of 5 children ranging in ages from 13 to 2. We worship at Hope Free Church in Roscoe and are involved in several ministries. If there is ANYTHING I can do, please ask.

Hi, my name is Nichole. I have been with Napleton's since 2007. I started in our customer care department and have since worked my way up to Service Advisor for Mercedes-Benz. If there is anything that you ever need please don't hesitate to contact me. I was born and raised in the Rockford area and am a proud mother to three wild boys! I am excited to have an opportunity to work in the service department, so next time you're at the store for anything stop by and say hi.

Chad, a Rockford native, has been in the automotive industry working all areas of the parts department for over 25 years. He has served as the Parts Director for both the Rockford and Loves Park Napleton locations for the past 8 years. Chad is certified in all of the dealership auto products. He is Master certified in Mercedes Benz and Honda and has received Top Honors with GM. Chad also functions as the in-house computer systems specialist. Chad and his wife of 21 years have 4 great children; 2 sons and 2 daughters. Many of his nights and weekends are spent supporting his family with their athletic and scholastic endeavors. Florida is a favorite vacation destination for Chad and his family.

MY NAME IS JOHN KNOLL. I'VE BEEN IN AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY FOR OVER 25 YEARS. I'M CERTIFIED IN "AUDI" PARTS. I ENJOY PLAYING SOFTBALL AND RESTORING OLD CARS. MY WIFE AND I HAVE 5 KIDS, 4 GRANDBABIES WITH 2 ON THE WAY.

I am the Office Manager for the Loves Park and Rockford locations. I have been the Office Manager for the Napleton's for 15 years and been in the automotive industry for 35 years. I started in the office as a part-time clerical employee and worked my way up through the office into management. I enjoy being an office manager and my goal is to have a friendly and efficient office. The majority of my staff at both locations have been with the Napleton's for 10 years. My husband, Doug, and I have 3 children Melissa, Jessica and Erik, son-in-law James and grandson, Lane. We spend time together boating, snowmobiling, outdoor sports, gardening and traveling when we can. I would like to thank all our customers for your support.