SIDEWINDER CONVERSIONS & MOBILITY - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Production Manager
- Sales Consultant
Adam Hooper started at Sidewinder in 2010 and has a background in the aircraft industry. Adam is involved in all aspects of our conversion from design to manufacturing. Also the team leader for our manufacturing crew, he makes sure things run smoothly. His enthusiastic and positive attitude is a welcome addition to the team. Adam is a husband and father to 3 beautiful girls.
Job Titles:
- Service Staff Member
- Technician
A new addition to the Sidewinder family, Amanda's quick learning & adaptable approach to work & history in the service industry are valued assets to our production team. An animal lover who values family & friends, she enjoys (sci-fi) books, music & cooking. Her caring personality is what contributes to our welcoming & friendly environment. Her motto is; "Life isn't about finding shelter, it's about learning to dance in the rain". Welcome to the Family Amanda
Job Titles:
- Service Staff Member
- Technician
A recent addition to our production department, Berta's "can do" attitude & considerable experience in automotive & customer service are valuable assets to our team. Her smiling face & positive outlook are of great contribution to our welcoming environment & her motto is; "if it hurts, don't do it". Welcome to the Family Berta
Job Titles:
- Certified Mobility Consultant / Sales
- Member of the Sidewinder
Clint is a valuable member of the Sidewinder family since 2013. His background as a healthcare worker has served him well over the past 17 years as a certified mobility consultant. From answering phones to delivering mobility solutions (& many things in between), his fun, kind & caring approach to serving others shows in everything he does. His love & passion for life, family, art and helping others is an asset to the team.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Sales & Office Staff
- Office & Accounts Manager
With an extensive history in the automotive service industry, Donna's vast experience in accounting & organization are valuable assets to our team. As our new Accounts Manager, Donna is a dynamic multi-faceted person who amongst many other things, is the friendly voice that often answers our phone. Donna's motto is "a place for everything & everything in its place". If you have any questions about accounting, please ask for Donna. (Welcome to the Family Donna)
Duane Pringle (March 1957 - May 2020) was with Sidewinder for over thirty years. He specialized in full-size van conversions Duane brought years of valuable experience & a uniquely appreciated sense of humor to the team. We are sorry to loose this valued member of our Sidewinder family. His absence is constantly noticed.. Rest In Peace Dear Friend & Brother
Job Titles:
- General Manager
- Member of the Sales & Office Staff
Graham is certainly the glue that keeps our team together. He is a lover of custom built hotrod's and also builds them himself. His love of custom cars made him a natural fit for Sidewinder along with years of being in his own business and dealing with customers and staff alike. Graham was diagnosed with cancer in late 2012, but after a bout of chemotherapy and radiation he has come out ahead and looking forward to many more years with his grandchildren. After losing 86 lbs due to the treatment he says "it's the most successful diet I've ever been on, but I wouldn't recommend it to anyone" Graham
Job Titles:
- Service Staff Member
- Technician
A family man, talented musician & recent addition to the Sidewinder family, Jakes calm demeanor, determined approach & vast experience of vehicle applications are welcomed assets to our service team. His kind manner & positive attitude are appreciated by all who have the pleasure to work with him. Welcome to the family Jake!
Job Titles:
- Service Staff Member
- Senior Service Advisor & Technician
James Anderson started at Sidewinder in the spring of 2003. He is our senior technician and handles a lot of our service department work. He has certification for Braun, Bruno, EZ lock, MPD hand controls, Ricon, Suregrip hand controls, and Vantage Mobility International products. James brings years of experience to the customer service and repair part of our business and looks forward to helping our clients with their service needs.
Congratulations to Janice Bergen who recently retired after a lifetime of dedication to serving others. We thank her for over 13 years with Sidewinder Conversions, helping to serve our extended family of customers, clients, business partners & friends. We will miss hearing her laugh & seeing her smiling face, but she is & will always be a part of our family. We wish her very well in all her current & future adventures. Thank you Janice - Happy Trails!
Job Titles:
- Service Staff Member
- Technician
Julian comes from the Island of St. Lucia and brings a great positive attitude to the team. A quick learner, amazing steel drum player and retired professional dancer he brings a fresh vibe to the shop. He's a husband and father to three beautiful girls.
Job Titles:
- Mobility Sales Consultant
Rob has been a customer of Sidewinder for 10 years before becoming a part of our team. He ran his own shop and is a Red Seal mechanic. After spending some time at GF Strong himself he became a rehab assistant. With the combination of those two backgrounds, Sidewinder is thrilled to have him as part of our team. When he is not here, he is with family on the water or on the slopes.