Staff

Joe Steet Sr. has been working in the car business his entire life starting at age 11 reconditioning cars for his father and uncle's business, United Auto Sales! He lives locally in New Hartford, NY with his wife where they raised their two children, Joe Jr. and Carly, who also work in the family business! In the warmer weather, he loves riding his Harley Davidson with his wife, skiing at Gore Mountain in the winters, and spending time at his camp in Indian Lake in the summers with his family, especially his two grandchildren.

Steve Ponte Sr. has been working in the car business for over 30 years! He lives locally in Herkimer, NY with his wife, where they raised their four children. Steve's son, Steve Jr. also works in the family business as well as his two son in laws, Chris and John! Steve is an avid golfer, having golfed at some of the world's best courses. He loves to spend time with his family, especially with his nine grandchildren, and taking their family trips to Lake George, Florida, and Disney!

Christopher Gardiner is the General Manager at Steet Ponte Nissan of Yorkville. Chris has over seven years of experience in the automotive industry. In his free time, he enjoys hanging out with friends and spending time with his wife and two children. His favorite Nissan vehicle is the Nissan Altima because it was his first car out of college.

Joe Curri is the New Car Sales Manager who has been with the store for 11 years! Joe and his family live locally in Whitesboro, NY, and he is an eight time recipient of the Nissan Award of Excellence so rest assured, you're in great hands when you're dealing with Joe. He spends his free time watching sports, movies, and disc golfing. Joe's favorite Nissan is the 2012 Nissan Cube. 

Devon Rudolph is the Used Car Sales Manager at Steet Ponte Nissan. Devon has been working with customers for three and a half years here at the Nissan store! Outside of work, he enjoys watching basketball and football, which he used to play. His favorite Nissan vehicle is the Titan Truck or the Nissan Armada.  

Brandon Dziegiel is a sales and leasing consultant at Steet Ponte Nissan, who joined our team in late 2021. Outside of work, he enjoys doing anything sports related. Brandon's favorite Nissan car is the 2012 Nissan GT-R with a jet black exterior.

Gisele Faraino is a Sales & Leasing Consultant at Steet Ponte Nissan! Before she joined the Sales team, she was the Front Desk Receptionist, then was promoted to a Business Development Representative, and is now in our Sales team! She started working with us in late 2021 and is a local resident of Rome, NY. In her spare time, Gisele enjoys binge watching Netflix, playing basketball, and being a dog mom to her Husky/Akita mix. Her favorite Nissan is the Nissan Altima Sedan.

Ryan Kepner is a Certified Sales Consultant at Steet Ponte Nissan who started working with us in early 2022! Ryan lives locally in Sauquoit, NY, and in his spare time he enjoys playing video games. His favorite Nissan is the Nissan Rogue!

Bradley Marsh is a sales and leasing consultant with Steet Ponte Nissan. He is a local resident of Hamilton, NY, and has four months of experience with the company. In his off time, Brad likes to drive all types of cars and play soccer. His favorite Nissan car is the 2015 Nissan Sentra, because it was the first car he's ever owned.

Jenicia Ortega is a sales and leasing consultant for Steet Ponte Nissan. She lives locally in Utica, NY. Outside of work, Jenicia enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with her two children. She loves a good cup of coffee and her dream car is the completely new and redesigned 2022 Nissan Pathfinder!

Kevin Panzica is the Finance Manager at Steet Ponte Nissan. He has been with the store for four years. Kevin started as a sales consultant with the company and completed Nissan's training program to move into our Finance Manager position! He relays that he enjoys the change of pace from sales to finance, as well as the organization of the financial process. Kevin served in the armed forces and is three years into his Army Reservist duties. In his free time, he enjoys hiking and other outdoor activities. His favorite Nissan is the all-new and redesigned 2022 Nissan Frontier.

Ian Callender is the business development representative at Steet Ponte Nissan who started working with us in early 2022! If you have a question about inventory or want to start a purchase, Ian is the one you'll be talking to. Outside of work, he enjoys creating art, specifically in the medium of drawing, and is interested in anything Marvel. His favorite Nissan vehicle is the all-new and redesigned 2022 Nissan Pathfinder in Brilliant Silver.

Erik Carlson is the Trade in Trade up specialist here at Steet Ponte Nissan. If you're searching our website for a vehicle or more information, he's the one you'll be speaking with! Erik is highly trained in the specifics of our Trade in Trade up program and can help you get into a better, safer ride today! He lives locally in Rome, NY. Outside of work, Erik enjoys playing golf, attending live music and comedy events, cooking, and traveling. His favorite Nissan is the redesigned Nissan Rogue.

Mike Pcola is the Service & Parts Manager for Steet Ponte Nissan. He has been with the store for three years and continuously works hard to provide customers with a knowledgeable and stress-free service experience.

Howard Edel is the Service Dispatcher for Steet Ponte Nissan and has over 30 years of experience in this department! He lives loacally in New Hartford, NY and in his spare time, he enjoys playing golf. His favorite Nissan is the Nissan Rogue.

Nick Mecca is a Service Advisor at Steet Ponte Nissan, who joined our team in December of 2020. He recently made the transition to the Service Department after working on our Sales Floor for a little over two years! Nick lives locally in Rome, NY, with his wife and just welcomed their first child. In his spare time he enjoys refereeing and playing hockey and spending time with family and friends. Nick's favorite Nissan is the Nissan Rogue. 

John Strzepek is a service advisor at Steet Ponte Nissan. He joined our team in late 2021 and enjoys meeting new customers! John enjoys soccer, as he used to coach the sport, and riding his motorcycle. John's favorite Nissan is the Nissan Murano.

Kyle Adamo is a Master Certified Technician with Steet Ponte Nissan. He brings 13 years of experience in the field and enjoys what he does. Outside of work, Kyle enjoys anything car related!! 

Don Caswell is a Master Service Technician and our EV Certified Technician at Steet Ponte Nissan. He is a longtime employee and has 31 years of experience in the Auto Industry! Don lives locally in Westmoreland, NY and enjoys boating and fishing in his free time.

Karl Roessler is a Master Service Technician for Steet Ponte Nissan and he has been with the store for 14 years, having got involved with cars at age 12 and has been enjoying working with them ever since! In his free time, he enjoys dirt biking and knifemaking. 

Abdual Musallam is a Nissan Certified Technician at Steet Ponte Nissan. He has been working with the store since 2019. Abdual lives locally in Utica, NY, and enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. His favorite Nissan vehicles are the 370z and every trim level of the new Nissan Sentra!

Caitlin Musallam is a the Head Lube Technician at Steet Ponte Nissan who joined our staff in late 2021, and recently was promoted to Head Lube Tech in mid-2022! In her free time, she enjoys working out and spending time with her husband and three daughters. Caitlin enjoys working on all different makes and models of vehicles in our shop and her favorite Nissan vehicle is the 2021 Nissan Rogue. 

Frank Napoli is a Nissan Certified Technician and has been with the store for three years. His hobbies include playing video games, working on cars, and walking his white German Shepherd. His favorite Nissan is the Nissan 370z!

Chris Rosati is a Technician at Steet Ponte Nissan who started working with us in mid-2022! Chris lives locally in Marcy, NY, and in his spare time he enjoys spending time with family and friends and snowmobiling in the winter months! His favorite Nissan is the Nissan Titan, which he drives himself. 

Nicholas S. Smith is a lube technician at Steet Ponte Nissan who joined our team in early 2022. In his free time, he enjoys fishing and playing soccer. Nicholas's favorite Nissan vehicle is the all-new and redesigned 2022 Nissan Pro 4x Frontier truck!

Jeffrey Dennis is a Parts Consultant and has 9 years of experience! He lives locally in Sauquoit, NY, and enjoys being outdoors, riding his side by side, and camping. Jeff's favorite Nissan is the Nissan Titan. 

Mason Ford is a Parts Consultant and has been at our dealership for over two years. He lives locally in Utica, NY and his favorite Nissan vehicle is the 2021 Nissan Sentra.  

Ed LaMonica is a Parts Consultant at Steet Ponte Nissan who started working with us in early 2022. Ed lives locally in Rome, NY. His favorite Nissan is the Nissan Frontier, and outside of work, he is an avid walker!

Courtney Hanna is the Office Manager at Steet Ponte Nissan and she has been with the store for 10 years! In her spare time, she enjoys four-wheeling and spending time with family and friends. Her favorite Nissan is the all-new Nissan Rogue.

Rachel Agne is the Business Development Analyst for Steet Ponte Nissan and has been with the store since April of 2019. In her free time, she enjoys reading historical fiction novels, gardening, and traveling! Her favorite Nissan vehicle is the AWD Nissan Altima.

Willa Jones is the Title Clerk at Steet Ponte Nissan who started working with us in mid-2022! Willa lives locally in Little Falls, NY, and in her spare time she enjoys golfing. Her favorite Nissan is the Nissan Titan.

Barbara Stevens is the Dealership Accountant for Steet Ponte Nissan. She has been with our store for three years and enjoys bowling in her spare time. Barb's favorite Nissan is the Nissan Rogue.