Gregg co-founded Text2Drive with his father when they realized that texting was making a cultural shift in the way people communicate. Within months of testing their texting automotive dealership software platform with the customers of their magazine, Auto Guide, Gregg saw 40% of readers were texting to get information about their cars rather than calling. Now, Text2Drive is the leading platform for dealerships, and Gregg uses his insights and entrepreneurial spirit to drive the brand forward.

Norm has been working on the software side of the automotive industry for over 15 years, in a variety of different roles. In his free time, Norm enjoys keeping his mind sharp by working on new coding projects and building simple games. When not coding or working, Norm and his family like to relax by playing video games or binge-streaming shows.

Alesha was born in raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and has lived in Ohio, Minnesota, Tennessee, and recently just relocated from Texas. She has loved working in customer service since the age of 18 years old. She also loves spending time with family, being out on nature walks, skywatching, and spending time at the lakefront. She is passionate about encouraging, motivating, and inspiring anyone who comes across her path.

Lori was born and raised in Boston and has since lived in Pennsylvania, Denver, New Jersey, and soon to be living in Oregon but will always remains loyal to all Boston’s Sports teams! For the last 5 years, she has been in the Digital Marketing space. Prior to that she had been in the Auto Industry for many years and is very excited to be back! She has seen this platform go from a concept to a game changing automotive platform! When not working, she can be found on the tennis/paddle courts, riding her bike, hiking, or just enjoying the outdoors. She has a great family, two grown daughters, and an amazing dog!

Michael was born and raised in the south suburbs of Chicago. Before joining the T2D crew he worked many jobs in the customer service field, even some in the automotive industry, that helped foster his passion for assisting others. He is an avid Chicago sports fan who loves the Bears, Bulls, and the Cubs. Michael also enjoys watching movies and TV shows with family and friends.

As a Frontend Web Developer, Charles works on the visual design of the Text2Drive application. He looks forward to upgrading old application features with the latest technologies, building new application features and continuing the success Text2Drive has had. Some of his hobbies include traveling, viewing old historic buildings, and going on walking trails.

Mallory is a passionate Front End Engineer focusing on creating clean UI/UX and compact components to enhance software performance and user experience. In her free time, she enjoys riding her horse, playing with her dogs, and reading.

Adam is passionate about pushing the upper limits of how technology can improve our daily lives. In his free time, he enjoys painting, refinishing furniture, or finding the rarest vintage vinyl record.

Athena joined Text2Drive in 2019 and I’m very honored to be working with a team that provides the most powerful and effective Service Lane Technology solution in the industry. Her role as Manager of Customer Success is to create partnerships at all levels across multiple departments, work toward each department’s goals and to collaborate with our dealerships to ensure they fully adopt and utilize our suite of products. It makes things easier for everyone when we are all working together and contributing to making sure the customer is happy. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, the great outdoors, hiking, skiing & yoga.

Russell brings a unique balance of practicality and innovation that guides his career in automotive software shaped by time spent in the contrasting worlds of Colorado, a family farm in Washington, and in New York City. With more than half a decade of experience in the automotive software and sales industry, He excels at building client relationships and delivering creative solutions. Outside of work, you’ll find Russell gaming with friends, capturing the world through photography, or snowboarding the slopes of Colorado. He thrives on adventure and finding opportunities on the road less traveled.

Christian is an enthusiastic Android Developer with a zeal and affinity for technology, design, learning, health, and fitness. Becoming 1% better every day and overcoming challenges is how he approaches life, including developing Android apps! His activities outside of coding include traveling, music, gaming, a variety of sports, and spending time with friends and family.

Amber was born and raised in Milwaukee and has since lived in Indianapolis and Minneapolis. She has over 20 years of experience in customer service across various industries from telecommunications, retail, security and hospitality. In her free time, she loves spending time with family and friends, traveling, photography and listening to music/singing karaoke.

Brian has been in the automotive industry since 2005 and has been with TEXT2DRIVE for the last 2 years. Over the past year, he has worked his way up to Team Lead of the Customer Success department. Living in the land of cheese & brats, you’ll find him cheering for the Brewers & Packers! He also enjoys cooking and going on camping trips. Starting in March, he’ll need to start preparing for an extra couple of spots at the dining room table as he and his wife will be having twin girls!

Rebecca has worked in the automotive industry since 2006. She enjoys the outdoors… camping, hiking, fishing and hunting. As a tribute to her late grandpa’s service in the Navy and as a life-long member of the American Legion Auxiliary, she also volunteers her time helping veterans, military, and their families.

Sam is from Kentucky originally, but these days calls North Carolina home with her cat Boris. She has a bachelor’s degree in communications with a Concentration on New Media and has been committed to a career in the auto world since she was 15 years old. Her journey has taken her through various sectors of the automotive industry, including dealerships, body shops, and automotive software, providing her with a wealth of valuable experience. Beyond her career, she finds immense joy in the simple pleasures of life. As a dedicated book nerd, she loves getting lost in the pages of a good story. Her home is adorned with an array of plants that she enthusiastically cares for, bringing a touch of nature indoors. When not at home lost in a book, you’ll find her exploring the great outdoors or unwinding on the beach, soaking in the sun’s warmth. And of course, her passion for food extends to exploring new flavors and cuisines, adding another layer of enjoyment to her life.

Vincent is based in the Chicago area and has been in the automotive industry since 2021. Outside of work, Vincent enjoys traveling, hiking, spending time outdoors, and watching movies. With a strong drive to solve problems and a passion for helping others, he is dedicated to ensuring customers get the most out of everything the TEXT2DRIVE team has to offer.

Josh was born and raised in Milwaukee WI. Before joining Text2Drive he spent over 7 years in the food service industry. In his free time he enjoys playing video games or spending time reading light novels. He also likes spending time with his grandparents and his niece and nephew.

Mark brings 40 years of customer service experience across multiple industries to the Text2Drive team. Born and raised in WI, he left for 30 years and spent time in Florida, Arizona, and Ohio before returning home. In his spare time, he enjoys golfing, cooking, watching movies, and reading (Anne Rice, Clive Barker, Stephen King, and Neil Peart are among his favorite authors). He also loves hanging out with his dogs and cat-sitting for multiple family members.

Born and raised in Milwaukee WI, Francisco has over a decade of Customer Service experience as well experience in other areas such as Management and Sales. During his free time he spends his time playing sports, going to the gym, reading articles and playing video games.

Greg was born and raised in Springfield, Massachusetts. He graduated with his bachelor’s degree from the University of Massachusetts Amherst in 2014. With over 10 years in sales and account management, it has led him to our customer success role for the New England and New York region. Greg has been with the team since July 2021. In his free time, he loves to workout, spend time outdoors, and travel.

Dominic was born and raised in Milwaukee before getting his degree in Supply Chain Management from UW-Milwaukee. He loves to make problems into opportunities and improvements and is always excited to extend this passion to our peers and clients. In his free time, he enjoys the long term hobbies of cooking, as well as tabletop and video games.

Matthew is the Chief Technical Officer for TEXT2DRIVE. He focuses on bringing innovative software solutions to the automotive industry. In his spare time, Matthew enjoys golfing, cooking, and building ships in bottles.

Gregg Owen is leading the most exciting and innovative two-way text communication platform team in the United States with TEXT2DRIVE. A hands-on executive, Owen’s creative vision is revolutionizing the way auto dealers interact with and profit from their customers.

Kristen has been lucky enough to grow up with such a dynamic, ever changing and wonderful business surrounding her. She made the auto industry her career 10 years ago, first with advertising, and now with TEXT2DRIVE. With her strong background in sales and customer service, Kristen has created a career with TEXT2DRIVE that is both successful and fun! Her true passion is for travel! However, if she’s not traveling, you will find her snowboarding in the beautiful Rocky Mountains.

There are many dealerships/people in the industry that Marilyn has worked with for nearly 30 years in Advertising and now with TEXT2DRIVE. Helping her customers in any way is her number one priority. If they succeed, she succeeds.

Alyssa was born and raised in South Texas and relocated to Houston, TX in 2022. She has worked in the automotive industry for 5 years and has developed great customer service skills over 20 years in the work force! Alyssa would like to bring these skills to Text2Drive and represent the company in the best way. She enjoys going on adventures with her dog and reading a good mystery book!

Tausifer was born in Queens, NY, and raised in Wilmington, DE, which he continues to call home. Since starting in the automotive industry in 2016, he’s grown through multiple roles and built a deep, practical understanding of the industry from the ground up. When he’s not focused on helping teams deliver a better customer experience, you can usually find him backing the Philadelphia Eagles—Go Birds.

CJ made his way to TEXT2DRIVE after a fulfilling experience at Illinois State University where he received his bachelor’s degree in Information Systems. In his free time, he enjoys hanging out with friends and family, watching football, playing video games, and going to the gym. CJ is also an avid movie watcher and animal lover.

Zachery has been in the automotive industry for the past few years. He was born a Bears fan, raised a Lions fan but is now adapting to the desert of Arizona. In his free time, he likes to stay active by hiking and working out, with the occasional day-cation to Sedona. Having a passion for making the lives of others easier is what motivates him.

Jennifer earned a degree in Network Administration and now wants to bring her great customer service and problem-solving skills to TEXT2DRIVE, where she hopes to be a great asset to an already amazing company. Jennifer is also an extreme Packers fan and in her spare time enjoys spending quality time with her family which includes her 2 sons. She also has a passion for cooking and loves reading.

Tiffany was born in New York, raised in New Jersey, and relocated to Virginia. She has been in the automotive industry since graduating with a bachelor’s in business management and Marketing in 2008. She’s worked in retail (sales & aftersales), OEM, and with an automotive vendor. Never having lived in Tennessee she is a Titans fan! When she can, she enjoys traveling, BMW club track weekends with her father, doing hair, and recently painting.

Camilo joined the Text2Drive team in late 2020. Since then he has learned a lot about the auto industry and the role we play in the success of our customers. As a Software Engineer, we strive to solve our customer’s problems and provide them with the tools they need to grow their business. He is glad to be working with a team of people eager to tackle tough challenges as we continue to add new features for the benefit of our customers.