Meet the team
Management
Bill McDaniels
Dealer Principal
Bill McDaniels
Dealer Principal
About
Bill McDaniels brings 45 years of experience and dedication to serving the transportation needs of the Midlands. The passion that Porsche brings to driving is the passion he brings to Client service. That same passion is evident in his commitment to the Columbia community in numerous civic events, highlighted by the McDaniels Golf Classic benefiting the Lexington Medical Center Foundation. This annual Event has raised nearly $9 million for the hospital over the past decade.
Tracey McDaniels-Miller
General Manager
Tracey McDaniels-Miller
General Manager
About
It's been a pleasure to work with and meet so many people since joining the Automotive Industry in 2001. Always a different adventure everyday. I enjoy our farm with my husband, Scott, and our 3 rescue dogs Krieger, Kappi & Deavs.
Stanton Hejira
General Sales Manager
Stanton Hejira
General Sales Manager
About
Stanton Hejira is from Seattle, and now loves calling home Columbia,South Carolina. He is excited about the Porsche Brand with his Porsche career beginning in 2008. Like most of us before that there was a drive as a 15 year-old kid in a 1986 928 that ignited his Porsche Passion. He has over 20+ years in the Automotive industry and, with that knowledge, is willing to help our most passionate clients and teammates envision their next Porsche drive.
Andrew Esarey
Fixed Operations Director
Andrew Esarey
Fixed Operations Director
About
Serving as the Fixed Operations Director for McDaniels Auto Group & my management experience in the automotive industry, I believe in education, communication and excellence in our customer focused industry. My time as a technician was instrumental in my development as a manager as I was able to work in every aspect of a dealership's fixed operations. I am grateful for my loving wife and two kids who share and support my passion.
Kathy Johnson
Finance Manager
Kathy Johnson
Finance Manager
About
Meet Kathy! She is a South Carolina native. Kathy has a wealth of sales experience from her 13 years in the real estate industry and 20 years in direct sales and customer service. Kathy is a lover of German (fast) cars which began the first time she heard the rumble of a German vehicle. Kathy loves traveling to new places across the globe and spending time with her family, her furbaby Kash, and her friends.
Dany Carmichael
Parts Manager
Dany Carmichael
Parts Manager
About
After working as a technician for 30 years, I moved into the parts end of the business. I absolutely love the Porsche brand, as well as the owners. Go team Porsche!
Robert Liptak
Service Manager
Robert Liptak
Service Manager
About
Always having a passion for cars, especially Porsche, I joined the McDaniels Automotive Group in March of 2018 after a career in Hospitality managing hotels & resorts in various cities around the country. I enjoy developing highly successful teams and long term relationships by providing an extraordinary customer experience for our clients. Originally from Destin, FL, I love the beach, camping in the mountains, fine restaurants and spending time with my wife, two boys and granddaughter.
Sales
Phillip Rupp
Porsche Sales Professional
Phillip Rupp
Porsche Sales Professional
About
As a passionate sports car and Porsche enthusiast, Philip is excited about joining the team at McDaniels Porsche. His zest for promoting a high level of the customer service experience is conveyed in his interactions with each Guest. He looks forward to working with you as you find your new or newest dream car.
Aigar Boltyenkov
Porsche Sales Professional
Service
Danny Velasquez
Service Advisor
Danny Velasquez
Service Advisor
About
Danny Velasquez, Brand Ambassador, is originally from Las Tablas, Panama, but has lived in South Carolina for 29 years. Danny has lived around the world coming from a military family. He enjoys his peaceful home in Northeast Columbia, SC. His career in the automotive industry started in 2005. He spent his first 10 years in the service and parts department. For the last 7 years, he has been selling cars and it has been by far the most fun part of his career. He also travels the country testing and tracking new Porsche vehicles and bringing information to share with his Porsche clientele. In 2021, he purchased a 1987 944 turbo which was his dream car as a kid and wants to share that atmosphere of fun with each client as they come in to purchase their first, or next, dream car.
Jay Thomas
Service Porter
Jay Thomas
Service Porter
About
A car enthusiast, I'm excited to be a part of the Porsche team here at McDaniels. Here we strive to make every guest interaction top notch.
Tom Heaton
Service Advisor
Tom Heaton
Service Advisor
About
Whether welcoming a first-time customer or supporting a long-time Porsche enthusiast, I am dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experience with integrity, transparency, and efficiency. I've always had an appreciation for the craftsmanship, history, and timeless design of vintage cars. Working in the automotive world, especially with a brand like Porsche, allows me to connect that passion with my profession. I am proud to be part of McDaniels Automotive Group.
Parts
Alex Pearman
Parts Specialist
Alex Pearman
Parts Specialist
About
I have lived in Columbia my entire life. I am an avid car enthusiast, and have spent a lot of time around cars, outside of work I enjoy fitness and driving my own German car. I have extensive customer service experience, and I am very passionate about Porsche Cars and look forward to serving our Porsche Drivers past, present and future
Office
Julie Liptak
Corporate Controller
Julie Liptak
Corporate Controller
About
My role, and the role of the Accounting Staff, is to sweat the details so the Client doesn't have to. We make sure your data is accurate and secure, and we provide support to the Associates you come into contact with on a regular basis. Though you may not see us, rest assured we're performing at the highest level so that the only thing you have to focus on is the road ahead.
Joel Osmelowski
Human Resources Manager
Joel Osmelowski
Human Resources Manager
About
The last five years with McDaniels have been wonderful as I work with everyone to create and mold employment opportunities. I think being around Porsches is a bonus as it is very hard to pick just one for my favorite. If you have any questions about working in the automotive industry feel free to reach out to me or also look at our career page. We all look forward to meeting you.
Marketing
Mark Curl
Marketing Director/Sponsorship Inquiries
Mark Curl
Marketing Director/Sponsorship Inquiries
About
Mark is a University of South Carolina School of Journalism graduate with a BA in Advertising/Mass Communications. He served 13 years at Columbia SC's ABC Television as a Lead Account Executive at WOLO TV prior to joining McDaniels Auto Group in 2003. Mark has served as group Marketing Director since 2006 and has over 30 years experience in the advertising industry. Mark is married to wife Wendy, with one daughter Haley, and a rescue cat Lexi.
Admin
Jacqueline Miller
Dealer Customer Experience Manager
Jacqueline Miller
Dealer Customer Experience Manager
About
I am relatively new to the car industry, however, I am not new to customer service. I understand that happy customers are key to every successful business. I am committed to giving each and every customer service that is above and beyond, doing my part to ensure that their time at McDaniels is memorable.