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  • TOM RUGGIERO
    Dealer Principal

    A Little About Tom...

    Years In The Auto Field    : Since 1964.

    Interests & Hobbies: Avid Boating Enthusiast, Cooking, Driving his 1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible, Spending Time With Friends and Family. 

    Dream Car Garage    : 1953 Buick Skylark Convertible, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Convertible.

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  • THOMAS RUGGIERO
    General Manager
    718-234-7960


    A Little About Thomas....

    Years In The Auto Field: Since 1995.

    Interests & Hobbies: Love to Cook, Spending Time with Friends and Family.

    First Car Owned: 1979 Chevy Camaro Z-28.

    Dream Car Garage: Ferrari 328GTS, 1965 Ford GT40, 1965 Cobra 427, Factory Five - Type 65 Coupe.

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  • MILO
    Mascot


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  • DENISE VARGAS
    Controller
    718-234-7960

    A Little About Denise....

    Years In The Auto Field: Since 1994.

    Interests & Hobbies: Fashion, Makeup, Shopping, Spending Time with Friends and Family.

    First Car Owned: 1994 Ford Tempo.

    Dream Car Garage: Maserati Quattroporte, Rolls-Royce.

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  • MICHAEL CHIUSANO
    General Sales Manager
    718-234-7960 Ext. 109



    My name is Mike Chiusano. I have been in the auto industry for over 30 years. I am married with a dog and 3 children. I am not only loyal to my family, but I am loyal to the Subaru brand and to my many Subaru customers. 

    I organize many community outreach events that benefit our Bay Ridge area residents and even their pets. Every year we host a dog adoption event. Bay Ridge Subaru also donates thousands of dollars each year to our local hospitals. I personally organize a toy drive that distributes thousands of toys each Christmas Season to Maimonides hospital, churches, and community centers. 

    On my personal time I enjoy watching and going to Mets games, Giants games and my Alma mater St. Johns basketball. From April thru October, I manage a 10-13-year-old Boys Little League Team in my community. 

    My goal as an effective manager is to not only provide excellent customer service while you purchase your vehicle but to provide aid to those in need in our community as well.

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  • PAT SCHUMACHER
    Receptionist / Cashier
    718-232-1900 Ext. 111

    A Little About Patricia Anne....

    Years In The Auto Field: Since 2012.

    Interests & Hobbies: Reading, Exercising, Walking & Boating.

    First Car Owned: Red 1969 Mustang.

    Dream Car Garage: Mercedes-Benz.

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  • JAMIE ARANA
    Building Maintenance

    A Little About Jamie...

    Love Cooking & Water Sports.

    Years In The Auto Field: Since 2014.

    Interests & Hobbies: Bike Riding, Sports, Beach Bum, Movies.

    Award: Father of The Month.

    First Car Owned: Buick Skylark.

    Dream Car Garage: One With 2 Doors.

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  • MISHELL VASQUEZ
    Subaru Parts Manager
    718-232-1919 Ext. 123

    A Little About Mishell....

    Years In The Auto Field: Since 1995.

    Interests & Hobbies: Gardening.

    First Car Owned: 1994 Honda Accord.

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  • VICTOR HUMALA
    Building Maintenance / Vehicle Jockey

    A Little About Victor....


    Years In The Auto Field: Since 2003. 


    Interests & Hobbies: Smiling & Being Happy.


    First Car Owned: Ford Pinto.

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  • GERALD WACTOR
    Sales Professional
    888-716-2731 Ext. 116

    Meet Gerald Wactor, a committed professional with over 20 years of experience in the automotive industry, with most of them being in Subaru sales. As an elite sales consultant at our dealership, Gerald's commitment to excellence is unmatched.

    Beyond his impressive career, Gerald is a car guy, who loves to work on his classic Mercedes. On his spare time, you can also find Gerald spending time with friends and family, meditating, and focusing on physical fitness.

    What sets Gerald apart is his tireless work ethic and his relaxed approach with customers, which are a couple of reasons why he has such a high customer retention rate. Customer satisfaction is his ultimate goal.

    Not only will Gerald provide top notch service during your automotive buying process, he will always be there when you need him.

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  • CHRISTOPHER MALONE
    Sales Professional
    888-716-2731 Ext. 133

    My name is Chris Malone, I am a Sales Consultant here at Bay Ridge Subaru. I started in the car business at Bay Ridge Subaru and have been here since December of 2018. I've always been a fan of Subaru and I love getting to work with them every day in some way, shape, or form.


    I most enjoy the process of helping people find the car perfect for them. And even more so, ensuring my customers leave the dealership happy and knowing they always have someone they can come back to with any issue. Nothing beats seeing my customers excited to leave with their new car. 


    Outside of work I enjoy watching the Jets and the Rangers, playing golf, music, and video games. Other than that, I spend most of my time at home with my girlfriend and two cats.

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  • ROY MALINOV
    Finance & Insurance Manager
    888-716-2731


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  • LILLIAN DIVIRGILLO
    Client Relations Director

    My name is Lillian DiVirgilio, I have been in the auto industry for almost a decade; it's truly my passion. I  played a vital role in the business development world for various brands as a rep and manager. I am very honored to be working at Bay Ridge Subaru with a great team. I look forward to assisting my wonderful manager, Mike to assist both the sales staff and our clients in scheduling and confirming their appointments as well as discussing their automotive needs/wants.

    Outside of work, I truly enjoy bringing my hobbies to life. I have a passion for cooking, writing, fitness and trying different restaurants. I also enjoy spending time with my family and friends. But above all living life to the fullest through a lens of gratitude.

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