Click on one of the people below to find out more information.
Owners
- Chuck VanderWaal
- Dealer Principal
- Chuck@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
Chuck started at Ulrich Motors in 1967. He became dealer principal in 1985 and ran the dealership until 2015, and that is when his son, Todd, took over. He is married to Marla, who works here in the office part time, and they have 3 kids and 11 grandkids! His hobbies include pickleball, golf, and he has been collecting sports memorabilia for over 40 years!Â
- Todd VanderWaal
- Dealer Principal
- Todd@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
Sales
- Steve Akers
- New Vehicle Sales Manager
- Steve@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
- Jake Mecham
- Sales Manager
- jakem@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
- Zac Whitehead
- Sales Consultant
- zacw@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
Zac joined the Ulrich Motors staff as the Pre-Owned Sales Manager in June of 2017. He has 11 years of experience in the car business having worked in sales, finance, sub-prime, internet and rental. Zac attended Central college and William Penn University and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration-Management in 2007. He grew up in New Sharon and now resides a few miles outisde of Pella with his wife, Teresa, and two kids. He spends most of his free time playing with his kids, is an avid Iowa Hawkeye wrestling fan, and enjoys watching movies and playing video games with his friends.
- Mike Klatt
- Sales Consultant
- Mikek@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
Hello, my name is Michael Klatt and I am a Sales Associate here at Ulrich Ford. I have been here almost 8 years, but have been in Automotive Industry for 28 years! I enjoy helping people with their Automotive needs and building lasting relationships. I enjoy Golfing, watching my Vikings, and just spending time with family and friends. I'm proud of our Dealership and the service we provide to the Community and surrounding area! Please look me up if you're in the market and I will do my best to meet your needs! Much Appreciated 🙂 Mike
- PJ Finn
- Sales Consultant
- pj@ulrichford.com
- 877-819-8574
Pj is a dedicated sales professional with three years in the automotive industry. Before working in the car business, P.J. worked in retail management with Wal-Mart for 14 years. P.J. decided to make the career change after a management restructure at Wal-Mart. P.J. enjoys the better work-life balance, and the opportunity to work with customers actively and developing relationships. P.J. also works in the Fleet Department.  Â
P.J. grew up in Michigan, and moved to New Sharon at 16 years of age. He is a graduate of Central College with a BA in Business Management.  Â
P.J. is a huge Detroit sports fan, and a Hawkeye Fan. Transitioning from wolverines, to the hawks has taken several years! Also enjoys spending time with his Wife, and 3 kids, and being involved with their sporting events and activities!Â
- Jeff Powers
- Sales Consultant
- jeffp@ulrichford.com
- 877-819-8574
Jeff joined Ulrich Motors as a sales consultant in September of 2020. His work experience has been in sales and construction. Jeff is happily married with 5 kids and a whole lot of dogs. His hobbies include hunting, fishing, and raising Labrador retrievers.
- Jake Scent
- Sales Consultant
- jakes@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
- Dustin Moore
- Sales Consultant
- dustin@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
- Julie Williams
- Sales Support
- julie@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
Finance
- Kathy Goodwin
- Finance Manager
- Kathy@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
- Shawna Fortune
- Finance
- Shawna@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
Shawna joined the Ulrich Motors team in June of 2013. She has been in the car business for 14 years. She is happily married with 2 kids, one grand kid, and another on the way! She enjoys spending time with her family, crafting, and camping.Â
Service
- Matt Karnatz
- Service & Parts Director
- Matt@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
- Ken VanWoerkom
- Service Advisor
- Ken@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
- Mike Greiner
- Service Advisor
- mike@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
- Michael Von Stein
- Service Advisor
- michaelvs@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
Parts
- Jim Johnson
- Parts Manager
- jimj@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
- Gunnar Ross
- Parts Advisor
- Gunnar@UlrichFord.com
- 641-628-2184
- Tony Walter
- Parts Advisor
- 641-628-2184
- Dave Klampe
- Parts Driver
- dave@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
Office
- Marla VanderWaal
- Payroll Administrator
- Marla@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184
- Alex Clark
- Title Clerk/Cashier
- alexc@ulrichford.com
- 877-819-8574
- Kim Kussatz
- Receptionist/Cashier
- kimk@ulrichford.com
- 641-628-2184