Our Staff

Antonio Alvarez Garcia

With nearly 20 years in the automotive industry, Antonio joined our team in 2002 as our Detailing Technician. He oversees all vehicle detailing services from start to finish and assists with vehicle washes during peak periods.

Debbie Andrzejewski

Debbie joined us in October 2001 when we opened the Vernon Hills facility. As Accounting Operations Specialist, she spearheads all internal accounting responsibilities, as well as oversees our human resources and benefits department. In her free time, she enjoys being with her family and friends, going to the movies, and reading.

Jose Becerra

Jose, who is responsible for our Facilities & Maintenance, joined Star Auto Authority in 2008.

James Even

As Service Manager with 11 years of industry experience, Jim is one of the consultants you'll work directly with when you bring your vehicle in for service. He also heads our IT and Staff Development departments. A graduate of Universal Technical Institute in Glendale Heights, IL, Jim joined our team in 2002 as an ASE-Certified Master Technician.

He is also ASE certified in Advanced Engine Performance and Exhaust Systems and is a certified Service Consultant. In his free time, Jim enjoys photography, flying small aircraft, online gaming and music. He is also a member of the Prince of Peace Catholic Church and the Westosha Flying Club.

Victorico Flores Pacheco

Victorico joined our team in 2006 as a Detailing Specialist. With four years in the detailing industry, he ensures that all vehicles leaving our facility are washed, dried, vacuumed and have clean windows.

Bob Giers

A company veteran, Bob joined our team in October 2001 when we opened the Vernon Hills facility. He has been in the automotive industry since 1984 and is an ASE-Certified Master Technician with additional certifications in L1 Advanced Engine Performance and X1 Exhaust Systems. He is also a certified Parts Specialist and Service Consultant.

Miguel Gonzalez

Miguel joined our team in 2008 as an ASE-Certified Master Technician with L1 Advanced Engine Performance certification. A technician since 1997, Miguel holds a degree in Automotive Theory & Service Repair from Lincoln Technical Institute in Norridge, IL. In his free time, Miguel likes going to the gym and spending time with friends and family.

Howard Kaske

An ASE-Certified Master Technician, Howard joined our team in 2009 with nearly 20 years of automotive experience. He holds an automotive degree from Universal Technical Institute in Glendale Heights, IL. In his free time, Howard enjoys riding his motorcycle, mountain biking, and hanging out with his family and friends. He also volunteers for the Northeast Sportbike Association (NESBA).

Diane Poehler

Diane joined Star Auto Authority in 2008 as an Administrative Assistant. She attended the College of Lake County and has 20 years experience in different service industries. In her free time, she enjoys all types of activities with her four daughters, whether it's playing tag or Guitar Hero. She also loves to read and scrapbook and volunteers as a room parent for her daughters' school.

Andy Pristas

Andy is the newest member of the Star service team. He has 11 years of automotive industry experience, specifically with Honda, and recently joined our team as Assistant Service Manager. He studied business administration at Ohio State University, and in his free time, enjoys golfing, fishing, and playing video games with his two sons. He is also a tee ball coach through the Vernon Hills Park District.

James F. Robbins

Jim has been with us since the beginning of the Vernon Hills facility. As a Customer Convenience Agent, Jim has transported many of you to your homes and offices and has driven all over Chicagoland to retrieve needed replacement parts. He also lends a crucial clerical hand to our accounting and marketing departments.

Jim holds a degree in Traffic Management from the College of Advanced Traffic in Chicago. In his free time, he enjoys swimming, bicycling and walking. Jim also volunteers for a number of local organizations: Mundelein American Legion #867, Libertyville Veterans of Foreign Wars #8741, Marine Corps League of Lake County #801, and his condo association pool board. He has been the Quartermaster of his VFW post for 23 years and won the All-State VFW Quartermaster award in 1990-91 and 1991-92.

After 25 years of time and effort, Jim was the originator of the Veterans Memorial Monument in Libertyville, which was dedicated May 31, 1999. He also received the Libertyville Township Senior Citizen Hall of Fame Award that year.

Angi Semler

As Director of Operations, Angi initiates and manages our client care and community relations programs, special events, online strategies and new client projects. She joined the team in 2001 as an Assistant Service Manager and is an ASE-Certified Service Consultant with more than a decade in the automotive industry.Angi holds a journalism degree from Kent State University in Kent, OH, an automotive technology degree from Remington Education Center in Blairsville, PA, and is pursing her MBA at Loyola University of Chicago. In her free time, she enjoys beach volleyball, running half & full marathons, walking her dog and reading.

Jack Shields

With 20 years in the automotive industry, Jack joined our team in 2005 as Production Manager. He is one of the individuals you'll work directly with when you bring your vehicle in for service. Jack also manages shop work flow and production, along with the Parts and Detailing departments.
Jack is an ASE-Certified Service Consultant and Parts Manager. In his free time, he is busy renovating his home, teaching youth hockey, playing poker and pursuing great deals on eBay or Craig's List.

Frank Spata

Frank joined us as a Customer Convenience Agent in 2005. During the course of the day, he'll transport clients to and from work, manage vehicle pick up and delivery, and ensure our technicians have the parts they need to repair your vehicles. In his off hours, he enjoys watching sports and traveling.

Michael Starovich

With more than 30 years in the automotive industry, Mike is President of Star Auto Authority. As the chief executive, Mike spearheads business growth and development, strategic vision and company culture. He is also leading our ''Go Green'' initiative.

Mike is treasurer for the District 128 Education Foundation and is a member of the World Entrepreneurs Organization (WEO). In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, golfing and reading non-fiction.

Bryan Strischek

Bryan joined our team in January 2008 as a Journeyman Technician. With 20 years of automotive experience, Bryan is certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellent (ASE) in seven of eight categories, including engine repair, automatic transmissions, suspension & steering, brakes, electrical/electronic systems, engine performance, and heating and air conditioning. He holds degrees in automotive technology from Wyoming Tech in Laramie, WY and the Grayslake Area Vocational Center in Grayslake, IL. In his free time, Bryan plays Pirates of the Caribbean online.

Juan Tovar

Juan joined Star Auto Authority in early 2009 as an Apprentice Technician. A member of the automotive industry since 2004, he earned an associate's degree in Applied Science (Automotive Technology) from McHenry County College in Crystal Lake, IL. He spends his free time with his family, going fishing, going to sporting events like baseball, basketball and football, and helping other friends and family repair their vehicles.

William J. Wilczysnki

Bill is an ASE-Certified Master Technician with L1 Advanced Engine Performance, X1 Exhaust System certifications, C1 Service Consultant and P2 Parts Specialist. He is also IM-240 and Mac Certified.

With more than 15 years of industry experience, Bill joined our team in 2007. He is a graduate of Universal Technical Institute in Glendale Heights, IL with a degree in Automotive & Diesel Technology. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, his baby daughter, home improvement & remodeling, boating and being outdoors.