It was 14 years ago that Drey started his career with MBW Luxury Collision, and we are incredibly lucky to have his leadership. He got his start with us at 19 years old washing cars, which led to detailing, parts, estimating, and to his present position as our fearless manager. Drey does a fantastic job overseeing the restoration of your car to its pre-accident condition. One of his specialties is handling large repairs as he is drawn to the extensive planning and coordination involved. A person who is always willing to help customers and his team, Drey is essential to the success of MBW Luxury Collision. When he isn’t coordinating everything for us, he enjoys spending time fishing or riding his motorcycle. (122)
For the past three years, the team at MBW Luxury Collision has had the pleasure of getting to know Jackson. His fascination with cars started around age 11 and continues to this day. “Anything and everything, cars,” he says with a smile. His mechanical background served him well as, prior to joining us, he worked as an assembly technician. When Jackson became interested in the office side of the business, estimating the cost of repairs for your vehicle was an excellent fit. Jackson appreciates the customer contact involved and focuses on delivering top-notch customer service. In his spare time, Jackson fixes cars, bikes and races his 2012 Mazdaspeed 3 at the drag strip. (113)
Sam became an integral part of our team two years ago. He started as a valet at MB Cincinnati and really got a feel for how a dealership operates, especially seeing how service advisors do their jobs. As a technician at MBW Luxury Collision, Sam works on everything from replacing rear bodies to fixing doors to changing out bumpers. He likes working on front-end hits as they require a more dynamic approach and aren’t as cut and dry as other repairs. Sam’s energetic disposition and eagerness to learn is an asset to our team. Outside of work, Sam takes on various remodeling projects at home. When he isn’t repairing cars or renovating something at the house, Sam challenges himself with trap shooting. (123)
Steve is a long-time veteran of MBW Luxury Collision and has been with us since we opened almost 20 years ago. With 18 years of body shop experience prior to joining us, Steve has a wealth of knowledge to share. He is always willing to support everyone in the shop and impart his expertise to younger technicians. A natural problem solver, Steve likes to troubleshoot any issues that may arise, continuously working to maintain quality control for each project. Outside of the automotive world, Steve has always been an avid athlete. One great source of joy for him was the 15 years he spent traveling throughout the country as a competitive volleyball player. He knows how to be a good teammate, and we appreciate him for that. (127)
Darius joined MBW Luxury Collision two years ago as an apprentice. While he does a number of things to support the team, he is the go-to-guy for paint prepping. Darius learned at an early age how cars bring people together. From loving the film,The Fast and the Furious to a trip to the Daytona 500, he credits his grandfather for influencing his love of car racing and all things cars. Since being a part of our team, Darius has really taken to learning the craft and soaking up all that is required to be an expert technician. He describes himself as an outgoing and kind person, and we agree! When Darius isn’t working, he volunteers for his mom’s non-profit organization that supports individuals with mental health needs. (128
It was a year ago when Jaxon joined the team at MBW Luxury Collision as an apprentice. For Jaxon, who loves understanding the intricacies of how things break down and come together, he is in his element. As a kid, Jaxon worked on repairing cars with his father, and he fondly recalls the replacement of a timing belt that took hours, deep into a school night. His early experiences paved the way for how he approaches his work today, with patience and care. Jaxon considers himself an independent, free-thinking individual, and an enthusiastic sports fan. He played soccer for years and is still drawn to competition of any kind. When he is not at work, you might find Jaxon battling it out on the pickleball court. (126)
For just over a year, Nate has been with MBW Luxury Collision learning all the components of painting vehicles. As an assistant to the lead painter, Keith, Nate really understands the full breadth of the painting process at this scale. When Nate was kid, he and his dad would buy cars and repair them, so restoration is part of his upbringing. What he appreciates most about working with damaged vehicles is that it aligns with his love of learning and desire to make something new again. He describes himself as an easygoing guy who loves his family and his dogs. When Nate isn’t at work, he can usually be found supporting his siblings at their sporting events. (117)
For the past seven years, Chris has played an integral part in the ongoing success of MBW Luxury Collision. He has worked in the automotive industry for 20 years on collision repair. As a child, Chris’s fascination with cars was second to none. From his Hot Wheels collection to now owning nine cars and two motorcycles, he has always been an automotive aficionado. What Chris most likes about his job is that no two repairs are the same. This dynamic component is a challenge he welcomes. Chris appreciates his skill set and his ability to repair vehicles to pre-accident condition. He would describe himself as an old soul and those who know Chris wholeheartedly concur. Outside of work he likes travel, trap shooting, and riding motorcycles. (126)
Kim has been an essential member of the team at MBW Luxury Collision for five years. She brings 25 years of impeccable administrative experience to the table. While the team is restoring cars, Kim is responsible for making sure everything else runs smoothly. She is an excellent communicator who will walk you through all your car repair needs from the beginning to the end of the process. If you are looking for quality customer service at every turn, Kim is there for you. You will find her resourcefulness and attention to detail reassuring until all is well with your vehicle. When Kim is not keeping things rolling at work, she is an avid reader and a versatile cook. From any number of international dishes to a great pizza dough recipe, Kim has the scoop. (134)
Since 2005, Tim has been a key technician for MBW Luxury Collision, and we are happy to have him. In his effort to always get things right, Tim finds the exacting process of taking a wrecked car and putting it back together incredibly rewarding. As a kid, he learned a great deal from his dad as they worked side-by-side on lawn mowers, bikes, and cars. These early years would be a precursor to how Tim operates today – as a jack of all trades who is well-versed in restoring your car to its pre-accident condition. He approaches whatever needs repair with his easygoing and patient demeanor. When Tim is not at work, he is restoring antique machinery, taking his rebuilt tractor to shows, and appreciating the craftsmanship that goes into this kind of work. (133)
It was 2.5 years ago when Rich joined MBW Luxury Collision. He is a self-professed car guy: “Everything cars, all the time.” As our trusty parts advisor, Rich looks forward to getting the technicians everything they need to carry out a premium reassembly. Prior to joining us, Rich worked at a plant for many years that made parts for other cars. As a result, he knows the ins and outs of the manufacturing side of the business. Rich is an easygoing guy who approaches his work with care. He has always liked being in the company of people fixing cars, which works well both at the shop and during off hours. Rich is a true car enthusiast, and we are lucky to have him as an integral part of our team. (132)
For the past 19 years, Keith has been painting cars for MBW Luxury Collision. Growing up in London, England, Keith’s interest in cars really began when something caught his eye in the neighborhood. Keith was smitten by his neighbor’s orange 1972 Porsche 911. And so it began. After high school, Keith apprenticed with Rolls Royce Motorcars in London wherein he was able to learn all facets of restoration. Today, Keith finds the full transformation of a wrecked vehicle from the moment it comes in until it leaves in excellent condition a reflection of his passion for the work. He describes himself as a laid back and blessed individual. When he is not meticulously refinishing a car for us, he is remodeling his 1974 home and restoring his own 1972 Porsche. (130)
In 2007, Dave was just 18 years old when his co-op began with MBW Luxury Collision. As a long-standing member of the team, we appreciate how technologically savvy Dave is. He enjoys handling the diagnostic programming that goes into a repair as well as the actual body work. His early entry into the car world began when a neighbor was restoring old muscle cars. He was 14 years old, at the time, and quickly learned everything about car restoration from start to finish. While he always had a fascination with the mechanical, this early work on muscle cars was a springboard into the entire process. We feel so fortunate to have Dave’s expertise on our side. He describes himself as passionate and caring, and when Dave isn’t restoring cars, he enjoys working out at the gym. (136)
Rocky has been an integral member of the MBW Luxury Collision team for 13 years. He is responsible for both the body work and painting of your vehicle. As a kid, Rocky learned from his father who repaired cars and perfected the painting process. Color matching is a specialty of Rocky’s and he can spot a poor color match a mile away. We appreciate his attention to detail and the care he exhibits in his work. When Rocky was just 14 years old, he built his first street rod, a 1940 Ford Deluxe Coupe from the ground up. This is something that is still a great source of pride for him. Rocky describes himself as an independent guy. In his spare time, he has taken up a new hobby and is learning the fundamentals of long range shooting. (138)
