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Meet Team August!


We’re a team of automotive enthusiasts fuelled by passion.

Everyone at August Motorcars shares a common trait – a passion for vehicles and providing an unmatched experience for our customers!

We’re incredibly proud to be able to work with such a close-knit group of amazing people that all provide unique value to what we do.
 

AUGUST MOTORCARS | AUGUST GARAGE | AUGUST CUSTOMS

August Motorcars

  • Matt  August

    Matt August

    President & CEO

    Matt  August

    Matt August

    President & CEO

    Matt August is a Canadian philanthropist, CEO, business owner, and serial innovator who seeks adventure and constant advancement in all areas of his life. He is well-known as the President & CEO of August Luxury Motorcars, an automotive dealership that specializes in the sale of luxury and exotic cars to clients worldwide.

    Born and raised in Kelowna, BC, Matt has been around cars his entire life thanks to his father Brian who is currently the second-generation Dealer Principle of August Mazda (formerly Kelowna Motors), which has been an August-family owned and operated business since 1945. With a natural mind for business and an innovative approach to the automotive industry, Matt connects community to local business through charity.

    Under Matt’s leadership, August Luxury Motorcars continues to grow substantially year-over-year and has won many awards including “Best Used Luxury Car Dealership” by Best of Kelowna for several years in a row.

  • Mike  Hall

    Mike Hall

    General Manager

    Mike  Hall

    Mike Hall

    General Manager

    Hi, my name is Mike Hall. 
    I was born and raised in Kelowna and have lived in the Okanagan Valley my entire life. I’ve always been an avid car enthusiast, and have also become passionate about auto racing in my spare time. I have been in the car sales industry for 15 years and couldn’t imagine doing anything else. I joined the August Motorcars team in 2015, and I couldn’t be more thrilled with my role as General Manager. When I’m not around cars you can find me spending quality time with my kids and family.

  • Matt  Muise

    Matt Muise

    Sales Consultant

    Matt  Muise

    Matt Muise

    Sales Consultant

    Hi, my name is Matt Muise. 
    Cars have always been a huge passion in my life. Ever since I was a little kid I’ve dreamt of one day getting behind the wheel of an exotic car. After 15 years of selling vehicles, I finally had my chance when I was asked to join the team at August Luxury Motorcars to sell some of the most amazing cars in the world.  Raised in Kelowna, I’ve really come to love this city and the people in it. Between golf, dirt biking and snowboarding, I can always find something awesome to do here in the Okanagan. I’ve always been a people person, and I love chatting and dreaming with people about these amazing machines. Come by and say hi anytime!

  • Costa Galileos

    Costa Galileos

    Sales Consultant

    Costa Galileos

    Costa Galileos

    Sales Consultant

    Ciao! My name is Costa Galileos. 
    I was born and raised in Rome, Italy and moved to Canada when I was 15 years old. Cars have always been a big part of my life starting when I was just a little boy driving on my dad’s lap. I learned how to drive on my mom’s manual car when I was only 14 on the back roads of Rome! I knew at some point in my life I would be involved with cars in some sort of capacity. That opportunity came when I moved from Vancouver to the beautiful city of Kelowna, BC and I was fortunate to find an opportunity with August Luxury Motorcars to sell some of the word’s most amazing vehicles!

  • Matthew Schmidt

    Matthew Schmidt

    Sales Consultant & Inventory Manager

    Matthew Schmidt

    Matthew Schmidt

    Sales Consultant & Inventory Manager

    Hi, my name is Matthew Schmidt.
    Originally from Ontario, I just moved to beautiful Kelowna in 2024!

  • Ashley  McHatten

    Ashley McHatten

    Controller

    Ashley  McHatten

    Ashley McHatten

    Controller

  • Sarah Sahota

    Sarah Sahota

    Financial Services Manager

    Sarah Sahota

    Sarah Sahota

    Financial Services Manager

  • Patrick  Morgenthaler

    Patrick Morgenthaler

    Marketing & Media Manager

    Patrick  Morgenthaler

    Patrick Morgenthaler

    Marketing & Media Manager

  • Timmy Gregson

    Timmy Gregson

    Photographer & Media

    Timmy Gregson

    Timmy Gregson

    Photographer & Media

  • Danielle  Hinrichsen

    Danielle Hinrichsen

    Administrative Assistant

    Danielle  Hinrichsen

    Danielle Hinrichsen

    Administrative Assistant

  • Adrienne Friesen

    Adrienne Friesen

    Admin & Sales

    Adrienne Friesen

    Adrienne Friesen

    Admin & Sales

    Hi, my name is Adrienne Friesen. 
    Cars and sport bikes have always been a passion of mine!
    Having been around cars my entire life, you could say I’ve always had a need for speed! Originally from Manitoba, I moved to the Okanagan about 10 years ago. When I’m not at the dealership I love spending quality time with family and friends, being in the moment, and appreciating the little things in life.
    Since cars are such a passion of mine I’m confident in my abilities to provide a lot of value to my clients and team.

  • Leah Radchenko

    Leah Radchenko

    Administrative Assistant

    Leah Radchenko

    Leah Radchenko

    Administrative Assistant

  • Stuart Newbolt

    Stuart Newbolt

    Detail Specialist

    Stuart Newbolt

    Stuart Newbolt

    Detail Specialist

August Garage

  • Brett Rocha

    Brett Rocha

    Head Technician

    Brett Rocha

    Brett Rocha

    Head Technician

    Introducing our Head Technician, Brett Rocha.
    Brett was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

    Before moving to the beautiful Okanagan he owned and operated a family automotive repair center which was one of the first independent repair facilities in Winnipeg specializing in European vehicles.
    Being a 3rd generation mechanic, the in-shop training was always focused on such brands as Ferrari, Rolls Royce, Lamborghini etc.

    He still remembers spending his time as a kid helping out around the shop.
    With 24 years of experience in the trade, Brett’s Red Seal Journeyman certificate was followed up by several training programs which he traveled all through North America for.
    Bringing excitement to the trade and helping train apprentices has also been a priority for Brett.

    He has also served as chairman for the Provincial Automotive Trade Committee and helped develop the curriculum for the automotive trade.

    Enjoying an outdoor lifestyle is why Brett and his wife Melissa sold the house, left all they knew
    and planted their roots here in the Okanagan with their two kids, Tyra and Austin.
    They can often be found Hiking Crawford Falls, on their SUP boards, or just ordering a pizza to Sarsons beach and watching the sun go down.

    Tyra is a huge car enthusiast and they support local car shows as often as they can, often taking their 1972 Citroën SM or cruising slow and steady in their 1979 VW Westfalia.

  • Haydann Lockhart

    Haydann Lockhart

    Technician

    Haydann Lockhart

    Haydann Lockhart

    Technician

  • Steve Brown

    Steve Brown

    Technician

    Steve Brown

    Steve Brown

    Technician

  • Bryce Rains

    Bryce Rains

    Technician

    Bryce Rains

    Bryce Rains

    Technician

  • Drew Ramsay

    Drew Ramsay

    Service Advisor

    Drew Ramsay

    Drew Ramsay

    Service Advisor

  • Trey Baker

    Trey Baker

    Apprentice

    Trey Baker

    Trey Baker

    Apprentice

  • Cole Carolei

    Cole Carolei

    Apprentice

    Cole Carolei

    Cole Carolei

    Apprentice

August Customs

  • Jason Stearns

    Jason Stearns

    Car Electronics Manager

    Jason Stearns

    Jason Stearns

    Car Electronics Manager

    Jason was born and raised in Kelowna and found a passion for Car Audio at an early age; installing car stereos in high school automotive classes. In his career of over 20 years in the industry, Jason has honed his skills in all things to do with Car Audio and recently was awarded the Mobile Electronics Associations Consumers Choice Sales Professional for 2023 as well as being a part of the Top 20 Sales professionals voted by industry professionals for 2023.

    Always intrigued with new technology over the years, Jason has learned skills in Automotive Audio System Design, Digital Processor Tuning, 3D Modeling, and has become proficient in using using tools such as 3D printers, CNC Routers and Laser Cutters. Jason has been chosen by the August Automotive Group to help lead our team to become one of the best Aftermarket Automotive Electronic Stores in North America.

    20 years experience
    Top 20 MEA Sales Professional 2023
    Winner of MEA Consumers Choice Top Sales Pro 2023
    Passion for Audio and proficient in DSP tuning
    Automotive upgrading and restyling

  • Curtis Froats

    Curtis Froats

    Marine Electronics Manager

    Curtis Froats

    Curtis Froats

    Marine Electronics Manager

    Curtis was born and raised in the North Okanagan and grew up spending summers on Shuswap Lake.

    In the early 2000’s, Curtis combined a passion for boating with his career in Car Audio and set out to specialize in Marine Audio and Electronics. Collaborating with clients to create custom audio systems to enhance their experience with their water toys is something that truly made work fun for Curtis. Curtis has had some incredible opportunities over the years to consult with marine manufacturers, develop prototypes, customize systems in new boats, and restore + modernize electrical systems in vintage boats.

    In his time off, you will find Curtis on the lake with family and friends, enjoying good tunes and dreaming up the next thing.

    From sound to lighting to power systems and all things in between, come by and see how we can design your dream set up on the water!

  • Taylor Atkinson

    Taylor Atkinson

    12-Volt Expert & Fabricator

    Taylor Atkinson

    Taylor Atkinson

    12-Volt Expert & Fabricator

    Taylor Atkinson is a highly respected 12-volt expert and fabricator with an impressive career. He grew up in the beautiful Okanagan Valley and always loved working on cars.

    With a natural talent for bringing ideas to life, Taylor dedicated himself to mastering 12-volt installations and custom car work. With more than a decade of experience and a portfolio filled with collaborations with industry leaders, Taylor became a sought-after expert for those looking for top-quality solutions for their car and electronic needs.

    Taylor’s specialty is radar and laser jammers, and he’s widely trusted by high-performance car owners to provide cutting-edge solutions that enhance both style and performance.

  • Danny Pronkewich

    Danny Pronkewich

    Wrap Operations Manager

    Danny Pronkewich

    Danny Pronkewich

    Wrap Operations Manager

    Danny, our Wrap Operations Manager, is the driving force behind our cosmetic color change vinyl wraps, ceramic coatings, and paint protection film solutions, backed by over six years of industry experience.

    Originally from a small town an hour west of Toronto, Danny spent the majority of his career at the well-known shop SekanSkin in Mississauga. For 2.5 years, he independently managed his own successful venture, collaborating with Toronto’s finest shops and further honing his expertise. Throughout his career, he earned trust in high-profile celebrity projects and specialized in serving car collectors with top-tier automotive wraps. His skills even extend beyond automobiles, covering helicopters and marine wraps.

    Danny’s connection with Matt and Mike solidified during his participation in the installation team for the Gumball 3000 rally in Toronto, forging a lasting bond. A year later, he made the exciting move to Kelowna, BC, to continue his wrapping career with August Customs.

    He’s enthusiastic about contributing his expertise to our team and the Kelowna community, with a commitment to delivering top quality cosmetic and protective wrapping services.

Phone Numbers:Sales Hours:
  • Mon - Fri9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    (PST)
  • Sat9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    (PST)
  • SunClosed
Service Hours:
  • Mon - Fri8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Sat - SunClosed
August Luxury Motorcars 49.9485294, -119.3896466.