Meet Our Staff

Management

Robert Garcia

Robert Garcia

Sales Manager
17 Reviews
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Mitch Darrow

Mitch Darrow

General Manager
6 Reviews
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Shane Bode

Shane Bode

Used Car Director
1 Review
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Sales

Drake Burke

Drake Burke

Sales & Leasing Consultant

Certified
30 Reviews
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Brandon Wilder

Brandon Wilder

sales person
16 Reviews
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Christopher Rose

Christopher Rose

Sales Consultant
9 Reviews
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Hans Frey

Hans Frey

sales person
6 Reviews
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Finance

Shannon Pankratz

Shannon Pankratz

Finance Manager

Certified
16 Reviews
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Administration

Ellisha Donath

Ellisha Donath

Admin
3 Reviews
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Jessica Braund

Jessica Braund

Office Manager
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Rod Winklepleck

Rod Winklepleck

Corporate Director of Sales
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Internet

Tori Abel

Tori Abel

Internet Sales
2 Reviews
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Skyler Steinert

Skyler Steinert

Internet Sales
2 Reviews
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Drake Burke

Drake Burke

Sales & Leasing Consultant

30 Reviews
Certified
Dealership Experience 4 years 8 months
Industry Experience 5 years 11 months
Hi, I'm Drake, and I'm passionate about helping you find the perfect vehicle to fit your lifestyle! I've been with Russ Darrow since October 2020, and I'm proud to call West Bend my home. When I'm not on the lot, you can find me on the golf course or enjoying the great outdoors! Stop by Russ Darrow of West Bend and ask for me – I'm committed to making your car-buying experience fun and stress-free!
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May 09, 2025

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They were honest,helpful and easy to work with.

They were honest,helpful and easy to work with. Would go recommend them to others.

Apr 23, 2025

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Just recently purchased our 3rd vehicle from Russ Darrow

Just recently purchased our 3rd vehicle from Russ Darrow and will continue to keep coming back as they have a great sales team, and service center is awesome too. Had the pleasure to work with Mitch with our last car and a little bit this time and is a great guy to work with!! Would recommend Russ Darrow for making it easy finding the right car for you and professional service to keep it running smooth. Thanks again for Great Service!!

Apr 22, 2025

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I was ignored, treated poorly, lied to, and sold a broken

I was ignored, treated poorly, lied to, and sold a broken car. I will never go back.

Apr 16, 2025

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Best dealership around.

Best dealership around. Everyone is so nice and helpful. Love Russ Darrow Nissan West Bend.

Apr 06, 2025

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Awesome experience, absolutely love my new car and the

Awesome experience, absolutely love my new car and the staff at Russ Darrow Nissan of West Bend!!

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Robert Garcia

Robert Garcia

Sales Manager
Dealership Experience 1 years 4 months
Industry Experience 15 years 10 months
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May 13, 2025

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Great service and great people.

Great service and great people. Got me into a new pathfinder rock creek edition and I love it.

May 03, 2025

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They were very helpful for me they answered all my

They were very helpful for me they answered all my questions that I could think of at the time

Apr 26, 2025

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Very good experience.

Very good experience. Sales person and manager were good. No high pressure tactics and was able get vehicle at what I consider a good price.

Apr 23, 2025

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Just recently purchased our 3rd vehicle from Russ Darrow

Just recently purchased our 3rd vehicle from Russ Darrow and will continue to keep coming back as they have a great sales team, and service center is awesome too. Had the pleasure to work with Mitch with our last car and a little bit this time and is a great guy to work with!! Would recommend Russ Darrow for making it easy finding the right car for you and professional service to keep it running smooth. Thanks again for Great Service!!

Apr 22, 2025

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Helpful They were friendly, not pushy, helpful, gave good

Helpful They were friendly, not pushy, helpful, gave good suggestions. Its in a good location. Very accommodating.

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Shannon Pankratz

Shannon Pankratz

Finance Manager

16 Reviews
Certified
Dealership Experience 7 months
Industry Experience 9 years 8 months
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May 10, 2025

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The facility is beautiful.

The facility is beautiful. Brandon was very helpful and professional. The detail job was lacking and I had to do that myself. I am hoping to receive my other key fob early next week....

May 06, 2025

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The service is good from the time I pull in the garage.

The service is good from the time I pull in the garage. I m usually met at the door and a few minutes later I m in the lounge reading a book. The service is quick and I’m out the door. I like the fact I can watch the inspection when I get home.

Apr 26, 2025

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Very good experience.

Very good experience. Sales person and manager were good. No high pressure tactics and was able get vehicle at what I consider a good price.

Apr 23, 2025

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Just recently purchased our 3rd vehicle from Russ Darrow

Just recently purchased our 3rd vehicle from Russ Darrow and will continue to keep coming back as they have a great sales team, and service center is awesome too. Had the pleasure to work with Mitch with our last car and a little bit this time and is a great guy to work with!! Would recommend Russ Darrow for making it easy finding the right car for you and professional service to keep it running smooth. Thanks again for Great Service!!

Mar 19, 2025

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Communication within dealership and with myself was

Communication within dealership and with myself was awful. Bought a vehicle and two days later, the check engine light came on. I took the car the dealership and I had to call several time to find out what was going on.

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Brandon Wilder

Brandon Wilder

sales person
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May 10, 2025

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The facility is beautiful.

The facility is beautiful. Brandon was very helpful and professional. The detail job was lacking and I had to do that myself. I am hoping to receive my other key fob early next week....

May 03, 2025

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They were very helpful for me they answered all my

They were very helpful for me they answered all my questions that I could think of at the time

Apr 24, 2025

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Great service, but it comes at a cost to the customer,

Great service, but it comes at a cost to the customer, unnecessary charges on my Bill. And really it wasn’t right.

Apr 16, 2025

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Best dealership around.

Best dealership around. Everyone is so nice and helpful. Love Russ Darrow Nissan West Bend.

Apr 06, 2025

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Awesome experience, absolutely love my new car and the

Awesome experience, absolutely love my new car and the staff at Russ Darrow Nissan of West Bend!!

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Christopher Rose

Christopher Rose

Sales Consultant
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May 13, 2025

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Great service and great people.

Great service and great people. Got me into a new pathfinder rock creek edition and I love it.

May 01, 2025

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Great service.

Great service. Was great working with the sales team on my new pathfinder lease agreement. Thank Chris Rose

Apr 16, 2025

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Best dealership around.

Best dealership around. Everyone is so nice and helpful. Love Russ Darrow Nissan West Bend.

Mar 08, 2025

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Iam a regular I've been going to them since I got my car

Iam a regular I've been going to them since I got my car in 2021 or 22 they always do a good job their thorough and they prices are reasonable I trust their work no issues with the service so far

Feb 27, 2025

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Great service.

Great service. I love the video of the underside of my truck. Such a smart idea.

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Mitch Darrow

Mitch Darrow

General Manager
Dealership Experience 5 months
Industry Experience 26 years 4 months
I am honored to be the 3rd generation serving the West Bend community at the Russ Darrow West Bend dealerships (Toyota, CDJR, Nissan). It is of the utmost importance to me that we provide exceptional customer service to our community and offer a place for everyone to enjoy visiting and accomplishing their automotive needs.
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Apr 23, 2025

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Just recently purchased our 3rd vehicle from Russ Darrow

Just recently purchased our 3rd vehicle from Russ Darrow and will continue to keep coming back as they have a great sales team, and service center is awesome too. Had the pleasure to work with Mitch with our last car and a little bit this time and is a great guy to work with!! Would recommend Russ Darrow for making it easy finding the right car for you and professional service to keep it running smooth. Thanks again for Great Service!!

Apr 06, 2025

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Awesome experience, absolutely love my new car and the

Awesome experience, absolutely love my new car and the staff at Russ Darrow Nissan of West Bend!!

Mar 22, 2025

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Russ Darrow Nissan of West Bend has been fantastic and

Russ Darrow Nissan of West Bend has been fantastic and very supportive as far as my needs and the maintenance of the vehicle.

Mar 09, 2025

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Friendly, professional, and experienced staff!

Friendly, professional, and experienced staff! The waiting area is clean and comfortable! The wait time has always been very reasonable!

Feb 27, 2025

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Great service.

Great service. I love the video of the underside of my truck. Such a smart idea.

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Hans Frey

Hans Frey

sales person
Dealership Experience 1 years 7 months
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Apr 22, 2025

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I was ignored, treated poorly, lied to, and sold a broken

I was ignored, treated poorly, lied to, and sold a broken car. I will never go back.

Apr 16, 2025

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Best dealership around.

Best dealership around. Everyone is so nice and helpful. Love Russ Darrow Nissan West Bend.

Mar 08, 2025

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Iam a regular I've been going to them since I got my car

Iam a regular I've been going to them since I got my car in 2021 or 22 they always do a good job their thorough and they prices are reasonable I trust their work no issues with the service so far

Feb 27, 2025

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Great service.

Great service. I love the video of the underside of my truck. Such a smart idea.

Jan 31, 2025

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Amazing , approachable, family oriented, smart with tons

Amazing , approachable, family oriented, smart with tons of knowledge and experience and they really appreciate us. It’s my 3rd car purchase and Drake is go to guy! He showed me everything inside the car and outside! I am super impressed with the entire experience every time!

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Ellisha Donath

Ellisha Donath

Admin
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Jan 23, 2025

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They did a great job.

They did a great job. Polite, knowledgeable Done in the time promised, with no surprises. I'll be back for all of my service.

Dec 09, 2021

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Very friendly efficient helpful. Had my 18 month grandson...

Very friendly efficient helpful. Had my 18 month grandson along and Jason my salesman even helped with the baby.

May 03, 2021

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I was able to go in for oil change without an appointment...

I was able to go in for oil change without an appointment and was treated like a long time customer went above and beyond my expectations

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Tori Abel

Tori Abel

Internet Sales
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Apr 23, 2025

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Just recently purchased our 3rd vehicle from Russ Darrow

Just recently purchased our 3rd vehicle from Russ Darrow and will continue to keep coming back as they have a great sales team, and service center is awesome too. Had the pleasure to work with Mitch with our last car and a little bit this time and is a great guy to work with!! Would recommend Russ Darrow for making it easy finding the right car for you and professional service to keep it running smooth. Thanks again for Great Service!!

Apr 06, 2025

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Awesome experience, absolutely love my new car and the

Awesome experience, absolutely love my new car and the staff at Russ Darrow Nissan of West Bend!!

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Skyler Steinert

Skyler Steinert

Internet Sales
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Apr 23, 2025

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Just recently purchased our 3rd vehicle from Russ Darrow

Just recently purchased our 3rd vehicle from Russ Darrow and will continue to keep coming back as they have a great sales team, and service center is awesome too. Had the pleasure to work with Mitch with our last car and a little bit this time and is a great guy to work with!! Would recommend Russ Darrow for making it easy finding the right car for you and professional service to keep it running smooth. Thanks again for Great Service!!

Apr 06, 2025

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Awesome experience, absolutely love my new car and the

Awesome experience, absolutely love my new car and the staff at Russ Darrow Nissan of West Bend!!

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Shane Bode

Shane Bode

Used Car Director
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Feb 27, 2025

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Great service.

Great service. I love the video of the underside of my truck. Such a smart idea.

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Jessica Braund

Jessica Braund

Office Manager
Dealership Experience 5 years 5 months
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Rod Winklepleck

Rod Winklepleck

Corporate Director of Sales
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