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Meet Brian, fearless leader, coach, mentor, friend, owner, and expert of all things HEART. Growing up in the industry, Brian’s dedication is unparalleled. He puts his all into everything he does and never lacks passion or enthusiasm with anything he is a part of. From being an amazing dad to his sons, to leading the pack at tennis class Brian always leads with Heart!
Meet Danny, Vice President and resident go-to-guy at HEART. Working at HEART during his summer and winter breaks through high school and college, Danny has over 16 years automotive experience and he’s done it all. Growing his family, he’s now the father of 2 beautiful children. His love of sports, Disney, games, and movies, he has a ton of fun hobbies to share with his kids now and in the future.
Meet Ebony, member of the Heart family since 2005. She loves her family and has a strong passion for the arts. Whether it be her avid enthusiasm for music and literature, or her love of cooking, Ebony enjoys spending her time exploring and sharing all of her interests with her loved ones.
Meet Scott, director of Marketing and best dressed HEART employee. Not only does Scott make sure Heart’s branding is top-notch, but he keeps the front counter at Northbrook running like a well-oiled machine. All while bringing the most welcoming energy and a little fashion through Heart’s doors.
Brandon brings a strong background in leadership and operations, shaped by his time in the Marine Corps and years of experience running successful automotive shops. At HEART, he supports our teams by training advisors and managers on everything from workflow and communication to estimating and leadership. His approach simplifies complex processes into easy-to-follow systems that help our shops run smoothly and consistently deliver exceptional service. Known for his calm, confident style, Brandon plays a key role in building strong, accountable teams. Outside of HEART, Brandon is a proud husband and father of four.
Meet Armando, store manager at our Northbrook location. Armando loves sports, and his Chicago teams! As a White Sox fan, he’ll make sure to catch all of the games this spring. Though sports are his passion, Armando’s family wins MVP every time! On the weekends he loves spending time with his daughter.
Meet Ernie, manager at our Evanston location and a part of the Heart team since 2010. Ernie, dad to an adorable son and beautiful daughter, loves his football. Whether it be his enthusiasm for fantasy football, or spending time with his family at games, Ernie’s got all of his teams covered.
Meet Frank, manager at our Wilmette location. With over 40 years automotive experience and 14 years managing at Heart, Frank eats, sleeps, and breathes all things car related. Coupled with being a father of 4 and grandfather of 3, Frank’s experience both in the industry and out is second to none. Frank knows his stuff. If you’ve got questions, he’s got answers.
Meet Dimitri assistant manager at Heart. Dimitri is a wonderful addition to the team bringing his wonderful energy and professisonalism wherever he goes. An avid Chicago Bears fan, he loves to catch all of the exciting games. During off season you’ll find him enjoying his favorite greek food and spending time with his 5 year old daughter.
Meet Jaime, assistant manager at our Northbrook location. Jaime an avid music lover enjoys playing a variety of styles on his guitar. Jaime also likes to get outdoors and ride his bike, but with these Illinois winters he’s always got his love of sports to fall back on. With plenty of Chicago teams to root for he keeps entertained all year long.
Meet Sam assistant manager at Heart. Sam started out as quite the hockey player playing for nine years, but as he grew up older his passion turned towards classic muscle cars. Now, when he’s not busy admiring classic car engines under the hood, he likes to spend time working with another type of machine. He builds computers from the ground up and has an amazing time doing it.
Meet Ben, a part of the service writer team at Wilmette for almost 7 years. On the weekends when Ben’s not at work helping customers and the service writer team, you’ll find him having a blast in his Jeep. When he’s not busy turning a wrench making sure he’s ready for the road, he’s cruising around with the top off reveling in his passion for all things Jeep.
Born and raised in Chicago, Jacob brings a strong sense of pride, discipline, and heart to everything he does. A Marine Corps veteran with deep Italian roots, he’s known for his reliability, work ethic, and team-first attitude. Whether supporting shop operations or helping a teammate, Jacob leads by example and brings steady energy to the HEART family. When he’s not at work, you can usually find him enjoying time with his two dogs.
Meet Javier, mechanic at our Northbrook location. This top tier technician has a passion for running. Since joining the Heart family in 2017 he has participated in several marathons and charity races. An avid long-distance runner, Javier has even traveled to different countries to be a part of some pretty impressive races.
Meet Chris, member of the Heart team since 1996. Chris is a talented and hard worker always willing to give a helping hand, whether that be in the shop or at home in the kitchen. Chris loves to cook. From grilling steaks for family cook outs to whipping up gourmet dinners for date nights he’s passionate about his culinary skills.
Meet Ricky, mechanic at our Northbrook location and member of the Heart family since 2011. Ricky a newlywed has a big heart full of love for his family. He’s passionate about current events and loves spending time enjoying nature.
Meet Andrew, member of the Heart family since 2011. Andrew loves spending time outdoors with his family. Andrew, a doting father to his adorable daughters, stays healthy and active playing soccer or bike riding. He’s got to keep up that cardio to run after his little ones.
Meet Juan, mechanic at our Wilmette location and a member of the Heart family since 2006. He’s always there for his team and is dedicated to making sure he always leads with his heart. Juan is always willing to lend a helping hand or jump in and do what needs to be done. The Heart team is lucky to have a great guy like Juan.
Meet Genry, Evanston mechanic and a part of the Heart family for over 22 years. Genry works just as hard in the shop as out of it when it comes to supporting his family. He loves spending time with them and supporting all of their interests. Whether it be carpooling to all of the practices or cheering on the sidelines at the meets, Genry’s always there for his family.
Meet Jorge, mechanic and part of the Wilmette team since 2017. Jorge is an awesome and supportive member of the Wilmette team. When he’s not busy in the shop he’s busy being a wonderful husband and father. Jorge gives his all with everything he does, he always leads with heart.
Meet Sheldon, a member of the Heart family and mechanic at our Northbrook location. Sheldon is an amazing person and an asset to any team. Whether that be in the shop or at home being a dad to his son, Sheldon is always there to lend a helping hand and support anyone when they may need it.
Meet Klever, mechanic at our Northbrook location. Klever has proven himself to be quite an asset to the shop. When he’s not under the hood at work you’ll find him under the hood at home, one of his favorite hobbies is working on cars. Klever also loves to be active outdoors, kicking balls on the soccer field and catching air on a half-pipe skateboarding.
Meet Alex mechanic at our Evanston location. Alex’s upbeat personality and cheerful smile make for a wonderful addition to Heart. When he’s not busy helping his team, he loves to stay active with sports and enjoy outdoors. He’s also a foodie and loves to try different cuisines.
Meet Danny mechanic at our Wilmette location. Danny is a true car afficianodo. He spends most of his time working on them but enjoys anything having to do with automobiles. Cars are not his only passion when he’s not under the hood he’s spending time with his family. As a dad of six he has hands full but has a great time being with them.
Meet Derik mechanic here at Heart. Derik’s warmth and kindness make him great to have on our team. When Derik’s not working in the shop, he likes to listen to rap music and enjoys soccer to stay active. Especially after he indulges in his favorite food chicken wings!
Meet Azael member of the Heart family since 2023. Azael really loves his family, he’s the happiest when he’s spending time with them. His family likes to do all sorts of things together like go out to dinner and play games. When Azael is not spending time with his family, he enjoys being outdoors playing soccer.
Meet Kieesha, who’s been running the front counter at our Evanston location for 24 years. Kieesha knows her customers, she takes pride in not only knowing them by name but their families and pets too! Everyone feels like a part of the Heart family when they work with Kieesha. She’s one of a kind, her effervescent and bright personality shines through everything she does.
Meet Chris, member of the HEART family since 2024. Chris’ love of cars from an early age ushered him into a career in the automotive industry. The bonds that he has formed with his team are unmatched. When he’s not hard at work, he likes to listen to music and watch sports.
Meet Ricky, member of the HEART family since 2024. Ricky’s warmth and energy make him a great addition to the team. Always willing to lend a helping hand Ricky makes everyone’s day better. He loves his amazing family and in his free time you can find him relaxing with a book of doing some retail therapy at the mall.
Meet Calvin, member of the Heart family and a true enthusiast for all things fun and fast. On the weekends, you might find him aiming for a strike at the bowling alley, diving into his favorite video games, or under the hood fine-tuning vehicles for extra power and performance. Whether it’s perfecting a game level or unlocking horsepower, Calvin always brings his passion and drive to everything he does.
Meet Tom, member of the Heart family and lover of all things outdoors. When he’s not hard at work, you’ll find Tom relaxing to his favorite music, exploring nature, or packing up for his next camping adventure. Having fun on a weekend getaway under the stars or just enjoying a quiet hike, Tom’s happiest when he’s surrounded by the sights and sounds of the great outdoors.
Meet Cesar, member of the Heart family and a devoted Chicago Bears fan. Cesar loves cheering on his team but if he’s not on the sidelines, you’ll find him out on the field playing soccer or spending quality time with his family. Game day or family day, Cesar always brings the same heart and energy to everything he does.
Meet Brian, mechanic at our Evanston location. Brian a great addition to the Heart team, always willing to lend a hand in the shop. Brian is also a car enthusiast, one of his favorite hobbies is modifying performance cars. When he’s not making cars faster and more furious, he’s playing on the soccer field or spending time with his family.
Jim brings a steady presence and a love for the open road to the HEART team. On his days off, you’ll likely find him taking long road trips just for the joy of the drive — especially if there’s a great breakfast spot along the way. A fan of old movies and classic storytelling, Jim also enjoys winding down with the music of Bruce Springsteen and his contemporaries. Whether it’s Cuban or Italian cuisine, Jim appreciates good food and great company. His calm, thoughtful style and appreciation for the journey make him a valued part of the HEART family.
Meet Wesley, Heart’s certified shop pet, treat taster, and morale booster! He puts a smile on everyone’s face wherever he goes, loves french fries and a good snuggle!
