Meet Our Staff

Management Team


Greg Balasco

Greg Balasco

Owner, President

Cory Neupauer

Cory Neupauer

CFO, Lakeland Automall

Jim Hancock

Jim Hancock

Fixed Operations Consultant

Brian Zeigler

Brian Zeigler

Fixed Operations Director

Chris Galloway

Chris Galloway

Ford Parts Manager

Tommy Difilippo

Tommy Difilippo

General Manager

Jason Tulchinsky

Jason Tulchinsky

General Sales Manager

Justin Bowling

Justin Bowling

Ford Sales Manager

Tara Theiss

Tara Theiss

Quality Assurance Manager

Ford Sales Team


Lawrence Christian

Lawrence Christian

Ford Sales Specialist

I’m originally from Queens, NY and relocated to Tampa in 1983. I fulfilled my childhood dream of community service from 1988 until 2002 . I briefly left my career to take care of my parents and in 2005 I got into the car business with Lakeland Ford and have been here ever since. I’m known in the community and I love the car business and have repeat customers that keep coming back.

Frank Uria

Frank Uria

Ford Sales Specialist - Hablo Español

With over 20 Years in the Hospitality Management Industry I am all about servicing our customers. Great listener and self motivated to assist I am known to all my customers as their Car Guy for friends and family.

Richard Berndt

Richard Berndt

Ford Sales Specialist

I’m a proud father of 2 and step-father to 1 with a passion for helping people and being active in the Lakeland community. I chose Lakeland Automall because I wanted to work for a place that treated their employees fairly and that gave me the opportunity to be successful.

Emmanuel Goveo

Emmanuel Goveo

Ford Sales Specialist - Hablo Español

Emmanuel “Manny” Goveo started at Lakeland Ford in May of 2020 and works with both English and Spanish speaking customers.

Trey Peterson

Trey Peterson

Ford Sales Specialist

Garrison Stinnett

Garrison Stinnett

Ford Sales Specialist

AJ Shears

AJ Shears

Ford Sales Specialist

Clayton Palla

Clayton Palla

Ford Sales Specialist

LaShane McDougald

LaShane McDougald

Ford Sales Specialist

Kenio Suarez

Kenio Suarez

Ford Sales Specialist

Kenio Suarez brings 12 years of sales experience to Lakeland Ford, along with a people-first approach that makes every customer interaction feel easy, genuine, and comfortable. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Kenio is passionate about helping a wide range of drivers feel understood and confident throughout the buying process. He chose Lakeland Ford because he was looking for something new and exciting, and that same energy shows in the way he connects with customers every day. What Kenio enjoys most about his career is simple, people, because for him, this business is not just about vehicles, it is about relationships, trust, and helping others move forward in something they truly love. He also believes life should be enjoyed to the fullest, so expect a positive attitude, real conversation, and someone who is ready to help make your next vehicle experience a great one.

Josiah Lemay

Josiah Lemay

Ford Sales Specialist

Josiah Lemay is a dedicated automotive professional with a natural talent for connecting with people and delivering solutions that truly matter. With two years in the business, Josiah chose Lakeland Ford because it creates a strong foundation for success, giving both customers and team members the tools they need to win. Known for his friendly approach and genuine personality, he takes pride in understanding each customer’s needs, solving challenges with confidence, and helping them drive away in a vehicle they are excited about. Whether it is answering questions, easing concerns, or guiding someone through the buying process, Josiah brings patience, energy, and a people first mindset to every interaction, making the experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible.

Finance & Insurance Team


Daniel Giovino

Daniel Giovino

Finance & Insurance Manager

Emmanuel Goveo

Emmanuel Goveo

Finance & Insurance Manager

Service Team


Dave Knisley

Dave Knisley

Ford Service Director

Chuck Scott

Chuck Scott

Ford Service Manager

Gina Hines

Gina Hines

Ford Service Advisor

Chris Hungerford

Chris Hungerford

Ford Service Advisor

Steve Maples

Steve Maples

Ford Service Advisor

Leon Key

Leon Key

Ford Service Advisor

Luis Pena Travieso

Luis Pena Travieso

Ford Service Advisor

Business Development Team


Danielle Klonecki

Danielle Klonecki

Business Development Director

Andrew Slater

Andrew Slater

Assistant BDC Manager

Liz Reese

Liz Reese

Guest Services

Brian Hanks

Brian Hanks

Guest Services

John Melto

John Melto

Guest Services

Torre Lightsey

Torre Lightsey

Guest Services

Lisa Cybulski

Lisa Cybulski

Guest Services

Commercial & Fleet Sales


Mike Singleton

Mike Singleton

Fleet Manager

James Wrinkle

James Wrinkle

Fleet Manager

Trey Peterson

Trey Peterson

Fleet Sales Specialist

Management