Meet OUR TEAM

Get to know the dedicated professionals behind Private Fleet. Learn more about our team members and how they can help you. Reach out directly or make an appointment to chat.

Jason Varone

Chief Executive Officer

At the helm of Private Fleet, Jason draws on over 30 years of automotive expertise, commercial acumen and visionary leadership, shaping the company’s direction, driving growth and innovation, and building a culture focused on excellence.

Anton Swampillai

General Manager

Shaped by over two decades in the automotive industry, Anton leads with clarity and strategic vision, combining commercial insight with a people-focused approach to drive business performance, innovation, sustainable growth and success

Aida Mendoza

Administration Manager

Bringing years of experience and a focus on operational efficiency, Aida keeps the business running smoothly. Detail-focused and dependable, she ensures every client is supported throughout their car-buying journey, always going above and beyond.

Phillip gruppelaar

Business Manager

Drawing on two decades of finance experience, Phillip delivers tailored vehicle finance solutions, combining industry expertise and lender relationships to achieve strategic, value-driven outcomes for clients.

Terry Pinchen

Senior Car Buying Broker

With over a decade of car-buying expertise, Terry combines strong negotiation skills with market knowledge to deliver exceptional deals and personalised service. He is also our aftermarket solutions specialist.

Chris David

Senior Car Buying Broker

With 30+ years in the industry, Chris combines automotive knowledge & expert negotiation skills to source hard-to-find vehicles, delivering a seamless experience, exceptional results and a client-first approach.

Robert kauter

Senior Car Buying Broker

Robert brings a wealth of automotive sales experience, combining strong market knowledge and negotiation skills. His down-to-earth approach ensures a seamless, tailored car-buying experience.

Rayben calaminos

Car Buying Broker

Rayben combines energy, precision and automotive knowledge with a results-driven, client-focused approach, taking on every challenge to deliver a seamless car-buying experience for his clients.

Harrison swapaillai

Car Buying Broker

Blending business smarts with fresh energy, Harrison combines a tech-savvy, client-focused approach with automotive knowledge, reliable solutions, and a genuine drive to exceed client expectations.

Nick McCreary

Car Buying Broker

Nick combines a passion for cars with deep market expertise and a results-driven mindset. Working closely with clients, he secures optimal outcomes to make every purchase smooth, stress-free & financially smart.

Dev Elangow

Car Buying Broker

With a strong background in customer service and sales, Dev combines automotive market knowledge with a client-focused approach, guiding buyers with clarity to deliver a seamless, well-managed car-buying experience.

Sabine Gruchet

Senior Car Buying Broker

Sabine brings a dynamic entrepreneurial presence to Private Fleet, combining decades of automotive experience and industry knowledge with a vibrant, genuine approach to build lasting client relationships

Melissa Varone

Marketing Operations Manager

Melissa combines operational expertise, strategic thinking, creativity and business insight across marketing, HR and communications, supporting the team, strengthening the brand and driving the business forward.

John Wang

Financial Controller

John Wang pairs strategic insight with precision to lead efficient, accurate financial operations. With deep industry experience, he ensures strong financial control and results-focused reporting.

Anita Yang

Accounts Officer

Anita Yang brings diligence, accuracy, and a collaborative approach to Private Fleet ensuring seamless financial processes and supporting smooth operations across teams 
and external partners.