News and Events
Team appreciation night with Kelowna Mercedes-Benz – June 2025
What better way to celebrate an amazing team than with BBQ, live music, and great vibes? Our Kelowna Mercedes-Benz Appreciation Night at The Hatching Post was the perfect thank-you for all your hard work—cheers to the KMB crew!
Congratulations Lexus of Kelowna Parts Department! – June 2025
We’re proud to announce that our Lexus of Kelowna Parts Team has earned the 2024 Lexus Pursuit of Excellence Parts Management Team Award. Congratulations to Garth Barnes, Kandice Michelle, and Paul Mossey for your outstanding work and commitment to excellence!
Congratulations, Trevor! – June 2025
We’re excited to announce Trevor Springman’s promotion to Service Manager at Kelowna Infiniti Nissan, effective June 16th. Since joining Sentes Automotive in 2019, Trevor has demonstrated exceptional leadership, industry expertise, and a strong commitment to team and client success.
Gold Order of Distinction Award – May 2025
We’re proud to share that Kelowna Infiniti Nissan has been named a Gold recipient of the INFINITI Order of Distinction Award – a prestigious recognition reserved for the top 8 dealerships in
Canada. Great work team!
Driven By Precision! – May 2025
Nathan getting hands-on with a major engine job on this LX 600 — diving deep and showing the kind of dedication that keeps things running smoothly at Lexus of Kelowna. Way to get in there Nathan!
Team Appreciation! – May 2025
The parts & service team from Lexus of Kelowna enjoyed a well-earned night out at The Keg. A great way to say thanks for everything they do behind the scenes to keep us rolling. Food, fun, and great company—what more could you ask for?
Congratulations Mike! – May 2025
We’re proud to announce Mike Gress’s promotion to full-time parts consultant at Kelowna Mercedes-Benz. After two years with us and recently earning his Business Degree, Mike is eager to grow his career in the automotive industry and we’re excited to see him progress in his new position!
Apprentices rising to the challenge! – April 2025
Earlier this month, two of our apprentices at Kelowna Infiniti Nissan, Enzo and Tyler, teamed up to take on a complex head gasket repair. This hands-on project was a valuable opportunity to further develop their skills and build confidence in the shop. Their collaboration, focus, and positive attitude are a true reflection of the teamwork and dedication that drive our service team every day. Keep up the great work, Enzo and Tyler — we’re proud to have you on the team!
Sentes Skating Day – April 2025
The 2025 Sentes Skating Day at MNP Place brought together team members and their families for a fantastic afternoon on the ice. It was great to see everyone enjoying time together and making memories. Thank you to all who joined — we hope you had as much fun as we did!
Congratulations Sander! – April 2025
Since starting as a lot attendant in 2012, Sander has worn many hats and made a lasting impact across our dealership group. From marketing to now business development, his dedication, loyalty, and commitment to our core values have driven his success. We’re proud to see him take this exciting next step — congratulations, Sander!
Congratulations Jenna! – April 2025
We’re proud to celebrate Jenna’s promotion to inventory manager! Jenna’s journey with Sentes Automotive showcases the power of hard work and a positive attitude. Since joining in 2018, she has grown through roles as receptionist, appointment coordinator, and sales administrator — and now steps into her new position as inventory manager. Known for her attention to detail, professionalism, and strong business insight, Jenna is praised by teammates and partners alike – congratulations, Jenna!
Celebrating Our 2024 President’s Award Winners – April 2025
We’re proud to recognize the exceptional achievements of this year’s top performers across our sales teams. The President’s Award honours the top volume sales consultant at each of our three dealerships, based on results from April 1 to March 31. Congratulations to our 2024 recipients for their outstanding performance, dedication, and commitment to delivering an exceptional guest experience.
Dean Anderson – Lexus of Kelowna
Maggie Foun – Kelowna Mercedes-Benz
Sara Shipley – Kelowna Infiniti Nissan
Wildcard winner Billy Robins from Lexus of Kelowna.
Amazing work Chris! – March 2025
We’re proud to share that Chris Neves has been named a 2025 President’s Circle winner for service managers by Mercedes-Benz Canada—an incredible achievement that reflects his leadership, dedication, and commitment to excellence. Chris consistently sets a high standard through his focus on quality, teamwork, and delivering an outstanding service experience. As part of this prestigious recognition, he’ll be joining fellow top performers at the G-Class Experience Centre in Graz, Austria—congratulations, Chris!
Congratulations Scott! – March 2025!
With over 11 years of automotive experience, Scott brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to his new role as Sales Manager at Lexus of Kelowna. Known for his goal-oriented mindset and calm, confident approach, Scott’s success in both sales and finance has equipped him to lead the team with insight and integrity.
Join us in congratulating him on this well-earned promotion!
Way to go Lacey! – March 2025
We’re proud to announce Lacey’s promotion from receptionist to Administrative Assistant at Kelowna Infiniti Nissan! With her sharp mind, strong organizational skills, and warm, people-first attitude, Lacey has been a standout from day one. We’re excited to see the continued impact she’ll make in her new role—congratulations, Lacey!
Congratulations Natalie, Jared, and Kat! – March 2025
We’re excited to share the well-deserved promotions of three valued team members in our Parts & Service departments at Kelowna Infiniti Nissan.
Natalie has been promoted to Parts and Service Assistant—she’s bright, quick to learn, and has already proven to be a fantastic support to the team.
Jared is now our Parts Shipper & Receiver; he consistently shows up ready to work and is a reliable team player who contributes to a smooth and efficient operation.
Kat has stepped into the role of Parts Consultant, bringing an enthusiastic, positive attitude and a strong commitment to helping others.
Congratulations to all three on their new roles!
Celebrating Excellence! – March 2025
Congratulations to Sara Shipley from Kelowna Infiniti Nissan for once again earning her place in the Nissan Club of Excellence—an achievement that reflects her outstanding customer service and consistent sales performance.
Congratulations Marcus – February 2025!
We’re excited to celebrate Marcus from Lexus of Kelowna on his well-earned promotion to Apprentice Technician!
Marcus started with us as a Lube Technician, and through his hard work, dedication, and passion for learning, he has taken the next step in his career. We are proud to support his journey and can’t wait to see his continued progress as a technician!
Join us in congratulating Marcus on this achievement!
Congratulations Lexus of Kelowna Parts team – February 2025!
Congratulations to our Nissan Excellence Award winners for the quarter – Bryden Lavers, Harry Dhillon, Mark Samson, Sara Shipley, and Landon Demmers! Thank you for your unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction and for excelling in sales and service every day.
Congratulations Indy and Roberto!! – November 2024
We are pleased to announce the transfer of two valued Kelowna Mercedes-Benz team members to new roles at Kelowna Infiniti Nissan.
Please join us in celebrating these exciting opportunities for Indy Sahota, who will step into the role of Service Advisor, and Roberto Pineda, who will take on the position of Detail Manager.
Joining us in March of 2022, Indy has always demonstrated a strong commitment to service excellence and a focus on building lasting relationships with our customers. Roberto, with over 12 years of dedicated service, has been a cornerstone of our detail department, ensuring each vehicle meets the high standards our dealership is known for. Both have made significant contributions to our team at Kelowna Mercedes-Benz, and we are thrilled to see them embark on these new paths.
We wish Indy and Roberto every success in their new roles and look forward to seeing their continued growth and achievements within the Sentes family.
Congratulations!!
Accounting & Administrative Teams Appreciation
We had an amazing night at Mission Hill celebrating our awesome Accounting and Admin teams! With beautiful Okanagan views, and great food. Thank you, team, for all the hard work you put in every day. From keeping things running smoothly to always paying attention to the details. You are a huge part of what makes us. Here’s to our incredible team – we appreciate you!
Congratulations Lexus of Kelowna – August 2024
CommunityVotes provides the community a place where its members can recognize the outstanding businesses and services that make their lives much better each day. Congratulations, Lexus of Kelowna, for being one of the winners for both new and used car dealers!
BBQ Fun – July and August 2024
Congratulations Kelowna Mercedes-Benz & Kelowna Infiniti Nissan! – July 2024
Both KMB and KIN have won the 2024 JD Power Dealer award! This award recognizes a small group of elite dealers from all across the U.S. & Canada who achieve & maintain the highest standards of customer satisfaction for their clients. We are TWO of only 39 dealers in all of Canada – to make the 2024 Trophy selections list. Congratulations team!
Congratulations Landon! – July 2024
Congratulations on your promotion, Landon!! We are thrilled for your recent promotion to Service Valet at Kelowna Mercedes-Benz, Landon! You bring hard work, dedication, and positive attitude to our team every day. We are confident that you will continue to thrive and make valuable contributions to our dealership, enhancing the overall customer experience. We are lucky to have you as part of our team, Landon!
