News and Events

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.

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!

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.

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 for once again earning her place in the Nissan Club of Excellence—an achievement that reflects her outstanding customer service and consistent sales performance.

Job Shadows – February 2025

The Parts department at Kelowna INFINITI Nissan welcomed Indy (Service Advisor) to spend some time shadowing them. Great job!

Congratulations team! – November 2024

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 – November 2024

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!

BBQ Fun – July and August 2024

  

Congratulations Kelowna INFINITI Nissan! – July 2024
KIN has 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 one of only 39 dealers in all of Canada – to make the 2024 Trophy selections list. Congratulations team!

Congratulations team Kelowna INFINITI Nissan! – June 2024
Congratulations to Ben Godollei, Mark Samson, Carlos Monagas, Sara Shipley, Landon Demmers, and Michael Zeisman for being the 2023 Club Nissan Excellence winners! In the Club Excellence program, there are 3 levels of achievement – Gold, Silver, and Bronze – each with unique rewards. You all deserve it!

Adam Rich is driving change in Kelowna – May 2024
It is with absolute pleasure to inform you that our very own Adam Rich, Dealer Principal, has played an important part in encouraging 18 Kelowna auto dealers to raise over $500,000 to help enhance life-saving cancer care in the Interior. Unfortunately, many of us have connections to cancer but it is really motivating that 18 dealers put rivalry aside to raise money for BC Cancer. There is hope! In addition to leading the Kelowna Auto Dealers Association’s charitable efforts to fuel cancer research and care at BC Cancer – Kelowna, Adam is on the BC Cancer Foundation Interior Transformation Council and has rallied his larger community to support the cause. Sentes Automotive has also donated more than $150,000 to the BC Cancer Foundation to support PSMA-PET technology (advanced imaging that detects prostate cancer spread) and genomics.

Congratulations Jass! – May 2024
We are absolutely thrilled to congratulate Jass on achieving his certification as an Automotive Technician! This is a significant milestone in your career, Jass. You should be incredibly proud of yourself! “Your journey to certified technician is truly commendable. Throughout this process, you’ve shown remarkable dedication, perseverance, and a genuine passion. It’s clear that your hard work and commitment have paid off. As you embark on this new chapter as a certified technician, we have no doubt that you will continue to excel and make valuable contributions. Your skills and expertise will undoubtedly serve you well as you take on new challenges and opportunities.” – John Hughes, Service Manager.