Meet The Team
Jason Palecco
General Manager
Phone:9088524613
Email:jasonp@johnjohnsonautogroup.com
Meet Jason Palecco, our General Manager. Jason grew up in Hackettstown, NJ, and attended Moravian College. He loves interacting with new people, making every day at work exciting and fulfilling. A big sports lover, Jason's favorite teams are the Knicks, Giants, and Yankees. In his free time, he enjoys playing with his three kids and traveling to Disney with them. His favorite car to sell here is the robust Cadillac LYRIQ, reflecting his passion for quality and performance.
Sarah Zeigler
Administrative Assistant
Phone:908-852-4613
Email:sarahm@johnjohnsonautogroup.com
Meet Sarah Zeigler, our friendly Receptionist. Sarah grew up in Dover, NJ, and attended Dover Business College. She loves greeting our customers and being as helpful as possible. In her free time, Sarah enjoys going on mini adventures with her family. Her favorite travel destination is Florida, and she is a dedicated NJ Devils fan. She loves seafood and listens to all types of music. Sarah has a special appreciation for all the trucks sold here, reflecting her enthusiasm for quality and performance.
Zach Newberg
Sales Manager
Phone:908-852-4613 ext 731
Email:ZACHN@JOHNJOHNSONAUTOGROUP.COM
Meet Zach, our dedicated sales associate. Zach grew up in Mount Olive and attended Georgia Southern University. His favorite part of the job is meeting new people, making each day exciting and fulfilling. A fan of the Atlanta Falcons, Zach enjoys golfing in his free time. His favorite travel destination is Barcelona, where he loves to explore and relax. Zach's favorite food is tacos, and he prefers listening to sports radio over music. His favorite car to sell here is the luxurious Cadillac Escalade, reflecting his passion for quality and performance
Tom Berberich
Used Car Manager
Phone:908-852-4613 ext 717
Email:tomb@johnjohnsonautogroup.com
Meet Tom Berberich, our Used Car Manager. Tom grew up in Hackettstown, NJ, and attended Seton Hall University. A dedicated Mets fan, Tom enjoys spending his free time fishing. His favorite type of food is Hungarian, and he has a passion for disco music. Tom takes pride in all the used cars sold here, ensuring each one meets our high standards.
Ricardo Rabko
Sales Associates
Phone:908-852-4613 Ext. 724
Email:ricardor@johnjohnsonautogroup.com
Meet Ricardo R., one of our dedicated sales associates. Ricardo grew up in Argentina and attended UBA, a prestigious university in Argentina. He loves making people happy with their new cars, finding joy in every sale. In his free time, Ricardo enjoys spending time with his 8-month-old son and his 16-year-old eldest son. His favorite place to travel is New Jersey, and he loves Asado, a traditional Argentinian BBQ. Ricardo has a deep appreciation for music from the 80s and 90s, valuing the meaningful lyrics and powerful messages of that era. Ricardo's favorite car to sell here is the one and only Cadillac, reflecting his taste for luxury and excellence.
Jon Louie
Sales Associate
Phone:908-852-4610 xt 721
Email:jonl@johnjohnsonautogroup.com
Meet Jon Louie, our Sales Associate. Jon grew up in Parsippany and attended Parsippany Hills High School. In his free time, Jon enjoys being with his family, traveling, and indulging in wine and craft beer tasting. He has a passion for smoked meats and ribs, spicy Thai food, and Italian cuisine. His favorite music genres are alternative rock and classic country. Jon loves traveling to Aruba and finds joy in helping customers find the vehicle that fits their needs, budget, and makes them happy.
Melquan Vargas
Sales Professionals
Phone:908-852-4613
Email:Melv@johnjohnsonautogroup.com
Meet Melquan Vargas, one of our sales professionals. Mel grew up in the Bronx and attended Stevenson High School. He loves helping people, which is his favorite part of the job. A fan of all New York sports teams, Mel enjoys listening to and watching informational podcasts and videos in his free time. Mel has a love for pasta and appreciates all types of music, as long as it's good. His favorite car to sell here is the rugged and reliable Ram pickup. Melv@johnjohnsonautogroup.com, 908-852-4613
Roger Tasnady
Sales Professionals
Phone:908-852-4613 ext. 725
Email:rogertas@gmail.com
Meet Roger Tasnady, one of our Sales Professionals. He grew up in Mt. Arlington, New Jersey, and attended Roxbury High School. Roger’s favorite part of his job is making every customer’s vehicle-purchasing experience enjoyable. A fan of both the New York Giants and New York Yankees, he enjoys family vacations, fishing, and dinner and drinks with friends in his free time. His favorite place to travel is the Upstate New York Thousand Islands area. Roger loves seafood—especially lobster, clams, and king crab—listens to classic rock like the Steve Miller Band and AC/DC, and his favorite vehicles we sell include pickup trucks, the Cadillac Escalade. rogertas@gmail.com, 908-852-4613 ext. 725
Dave McMunn Jr
Sales Professionals
Phone:08-852-4613 ext.713
Email:Davem@johnjohnsonautogroup.com
Meet Dave McMunn Jr., one of our Sales Professionals. He grew up in Blairstown and attended North Warren Regional High School. Dave’s favorite part of his job is meeting someone new every day. A dedicated New York Giants fan, he enjoys playing music in his free time. His favorite place to travel is out west, he loves steak, listens to all types of music except Christmas music, and his favorite vehicle we sell is the Escalade V-Series. Davem@johnjohnsonautogroup.com, 908-852-4613 ext.713
Alex Mabb
Sales Professionals
Phone:908-852-4613
Email:alexm@johnjohnsonautogroup.com
Meet Alex Mabb, one of our Sales Professionals. He grew up in Hopatcong and attended the County College of Morris. Alex’s favorite part of his job is meeting new people. A fan of the New York Knicks, he enjoys spending time with friends and family in his free time. His favorite place to travel is the Bahamas, he loves tacos, listens to soft rock and country, and his favorite vehicle we sell is the CT5-V Blackwing. alexm@johnjohnsonautogroup.com, 908-852-4613
Linda Cittadino
Service Advisor
Phone: 9088524613
Email:Lindaw@johnjohnsonautogroup.com
Meet Linda Cittadino, Linda is our dedicated Service Advisor. She grew up in Randolph, NJ, and attended Randolph High School. Linda's favorite part of her job is making people smile, ensuring every customer leaves happy. In her free time, Linda loves going to car shows and traveling to the Caribbean. She has a particular fondness for Italian food and enjoys listening to all genres of music. Linda's favorite car sold here is the dynamic Dodge Challenger, reflecting her passion for performance and style.
Joe Donatone
Parts Specialist
Phone:9088524613
Email:JOED@JOHNJOHNSONAUTOGROUP.COM
Meet Joe Donatone, our parts specialist. Joe grew up in Belleville, New Jersey, and attended Raritan Valley College. He loves helping people, which is his favorite part of the job. In his free time, Joe enjoys racing. He prefers to eat anything healthy, maintaining a balanced diet. Joe's favorite car to sell here is the reliable and stylish Buick.
Harold Perkins
Parts Specialist
Email:haroldp@johnjohnsonautogroup.com
Meet Harold Perkins, our Parts Specialist. Harold grew up in New Jersey and loves helping people, which is his favorite part of the job. In his free time, Harold enjoys taking pictures and capturing moments. His favorite travel destination is Cape May, where he finds peace and beauty. A fan of Italian cuisine, Harold appreciates all kinds of music, with the exception of rap and heavy metal.
Jeff Bash
Finance Manager
Phone:908-852-4613 x317
Email:Jeffb@johnjohnsonautogroup.com
Meet Jeff B., our dedicated Finance Manager. Jeff grew up in Sparta, NJ, and attended Essex County College. He takes great pride in overachieving customers' expectations, ensuring they have the best experience possible. A Dallas Cowboys fan, Jeff enjoys spending his free time with his family. He loves traveling to Florida to visit his parents and enjoys a hearty meal of steak and potatoes. Jeff appreciates all types of music, adding a diverse soundtrack to his life. His favorite car to sell here is the robust Cadillac CT5, reflecting his commitment to quality and performance.
Julie Buskirk
Accounts Receivable/Payables Expert
Phone:908-852-4613 Ext 710
Email:julieb@johnjohnsonautogroup.com
Meet Julie Buskirk, our Accounts Receivable/Payables expert. Julie grew up in East Stroudsburg, PA, and attended East Stroudsburg High School. In her free time, Julie loves spending time with her family and friends. She is a dedicated Mets fan and enjoys traveling to California. Her favorite food is BBQ, and she appreciates all types of music.