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Pete GauPresidentI started in the car business in 1989 at Austin Ford. In 1995 I relocated to Forest City Ford. June of 2005, I took over as partial owner. My home is in Crystal Lake, IA. I am married to Monica Gau and have two daughers, Mara Anderson and Kyler Kirshbaum, one son Lucas, two grandsons, one granddaughter and a special dog named Buddy. |
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Ben PetersonVice PresidentI have worked at Forest City Ford since it first opened in 1995 and became a partner in the dealership in June of 2005. I am married and have five children. My family and I live in Lake Mills. Our kids keep us very busy with their activities. We enjoy camping and snowmobiling. |
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Vicki TeglandSecretary / TreasurerI started in the car business in 1996 when I came to work at Forest City Ford as the controller. I just recently became a partner in the dealership. I live in rural Forest City with my husband, Paul, our three dogs and two cats. Paul and I have a son, Ben Grothe, a daughter, Elizabeth (Biz) McAnally, and a grandson, Jeremiah. |
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Michelle HepperlyFinance & InsuranceI started working at Forest City Ford in 2002 as a receptionist and in 2004 started doing finance and insurance. I can help you find the best interest rates available and help give you the peace of mind with all of your insurance needs. I live in Thompson with my husband, Steve, a deputy sheriff with Winnebago County, our son, Cameron, and daughter, Jessica who attends NIACC in Mason City. |
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John HunchisSales19 years ago, Pete Gau, co-owner of Forest City Ford, mentored me as I transitioned from the cattle industry to car sales. I am here to help you to explore your vehicle needs and secure the right model for you. I live in Lake Mills with my wife, Carol, who is employed with AEA 267. |
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Alan YoungServiceService Manager 25 years in the Industry 14 years in Management Master Certified: Service Master, Engine, and Chassis |
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Michelle BendicksonPartsMichelle is the newest member of our team and lives in Forest City with her husband Barry and their daughter Rachel. |
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Barry BergServiceMaster Technician 25 years as a Technician 18 years with the company Senior Master Technician Master Certified: Engine (gas and diesel), Chassis and Drive Train |
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Chris ReinekeServiceService Technician 10 years as a technician 10 years with the company Certified: gas engine repair, brakes, steering and suspension |
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Jeremias GonsalezLube Tech |
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A.J. JohnsonDetailDetail Tech 3 years experience 3 years with the company |