Meet our Team

Jake  Thomas
Jake Thomas
Genesis Distributor Principal

Jake was born and raised in Kitchener-Waterloo and has worked in the automotive industry his entire adult life. After starting in the cleanup department as a teenager he graduated from the Automotive Marketing Program at Georgian College and eventually worked his way up to opening Schlueter Hyundai in Waterloo as the General Manager. Now he is...Read More

Kelly  Schlueter
Kelly Schlueter
Genesis General Manager

Kelly has grown up in the automotive industry and is the third generation of her family to be in the business. Born and raised in Waterloo, Kelly earned a BA from Queen’s University and a Diploma in Public Relations from Humber College. Having worked in car dealerships for over 20 years Kelly is looking forward to bringing her extensive knowledge...Read More

Dave  Barnes
Dave Barnes
Genesis Sales Manager

Dave Barnes is a native of Kitchener-Waterloo, having watched it grow and change over the years. A member of the Schlueter Hyundai team for 12 years, Dave has taken on a variety of roles over that time, including Sales, Business Manager and Service Advisor. He is excited to bring this breadth of experience and knowledge to Genesis KW and knows it...Read More

Nick  Mehta
Nick Mehta
Genesis Experience Manager

Nick was born and raised in India and completed his MBA from NDSU, USA before following his passion for cars into the automotive industry. When not at work he likes to spend time with his wife and daughter, hike in the nature and explore his love for travelling. ...Read More

Shantal  Makowka
Shantal Makowka
Genesis Experience Manager

Shantal grew up in the GTA and after finishing her studies at UWO moved to settle down in Kitchener-Waterloo. Having been in the customer service and hospitality industry her entire professional life she is excited to put those skills to good use as a Genesis Experience Manager. Outside of work Shantal can often be found enjoying the outdoors,...Read More

Delynne  Bauer
Delynne Bauer
Genesis Experience Manager

Born and raised in Cambridge, Delynne holds a BA in Consumer Studies from the University of Guelph. With over 30 years of experience in hospitality sales and management, along with 2 years in Finance and Insurance, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the Genesis team. In her spare time Delynne enjoys keeping up with her 18-year-old...Read More

Adam  Clysdale
Adam Clysdale
Genesis Ownership Manager

Adam Clysdale graduated from Georgian College with Business Degree in Automotive Management. He brings over 8 years of service experience to his role with Genesis KW and is committed to exceeding the expectations of our clients. Outside of work he has earned a black belt in Karate, loves escape rooms and puzzles and spending time with his...Read More

Alex  Ross
Alex Ross
Genesis Technician
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Chris  Maunsell
Chris Maunsell
Genesis Ownership Manager
Sebastian  Hoover
Sebastian Hoover
Genesis Technician
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Charlea  Glenn
Charlea Glenn
Lube & Tire Technician
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Matt  Arnold
Matt Arnold
Parts Manager
Chris  Clysdale
Chris Clysdale
Genesis Valet
Keith  Thompson
Keith Thompson
Genesis Valet
Carl  Shaw
Carl Shaw
Genesis Valet
Scott  Baird
Scott Baird
Genesis Valet