MEET THE GMT TEAM MEMBERS
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Tim Panasiuk PresidentAbout TimTim started GMT in 1981 as an auto repair facility called “The Service Department”. Tim spent many evenings expanding his education attending NAIT and many other after-market courses to improve a variety of skills ranging from electrical trouble shooting to reading balance sheets & income statements. As an avid fisherman and boater he decided to add a Mercury Marine franchise in 1989. Due to his love of the water Tim fished in several tournaments and was involved in jet boat racing over the years. In 1995 his enjoyment for sledding prompted the addition for a Ski-Doo franchise. Can-Am off-road ATV’s and side by sides followed and Tim and his family have enjoyed many adventures on the trails over the years. In 2000 the decision was made to discontinue the auto repair business and focus on the growing recreational business. As a result “Gibbons Motor Toys” was born. In May 2011, with the help of dedicated staff he opened a second location in Salmon Arm BC. Tim’s goals are to continue to invest in his staff, customers and facilities and he looks forward to the knowledge, experience and friendships he has yet to discover. |
Braden Panasiuk General ManagerAbout BradenBraden joined the GMT team in 2003. Growing up around the powersports and marine industry has fueled his passion to position Gibbons Motor Toys as a market leader in customer service and vast product knowledge. In grade twelve he was selected to compete in Skills Canada for outdoor power and recreation equipment. Placing first in the province, he then moved on to nationals in Quebec City to compete with Canada’s best. Remarkably he managed to take home gold earning himself top spot in the country. Braden is an avid outdoorsman and loves snowmobiling, fishing and exploring western Canada’s vast boating opportunities. As GMT’s general manager, Braden strives to continuously implement new ideas and processes to create growth and insure customer satisfaction is second to none. |
June Pelechosky Controller & HR AdministratorAbout JuneJune joined GMT in April of 2018. She received her Accounting Designation in 2011 and brings with her a wealth of accounting and leadership experience with a focus on process improvement and motivation to help ensure the entire team has the tools they need to achieve the common goal: That all GMT customers are treated number one and provided with the best service and value in the industry. |
Todd Lane General Sales ManagerAbout ToddTodd became GMT’ s Sales Manager in October 2018. He moved to Alberta from Newfoundland in the early 80’ s with dreams of securing a job out west. He found his place in the auto industry and has 30+years of experience filling a variety of roles from operations to general manager. For 15 years, he owned and operated a successful father/son autobody repair business in Fort McMurray. GMT’ s locally owned, father/son structure resonated with his values and commitment to the customer experience. He is excited for the opportunities that working in a fun, powersports environment will allow him. Off the clock, he makes his family a priority, cherishing time spent with his wife, 4 children and 3 grandchildren. |
Blair Pizzey Operations ManagerAbout BlairBlair was raised to love the outdoors, and his parents instilled in him to love and experience nature at its fullest. As a family they loved fishing, hiking, and photographing nature. Blair has fished as far north as the roads in Saskatchewan will take you, as well as experienced several fly in fishing camps. On the business side, he believes that his values and work ethic fits Gibbons Motor Toys culture and commitment to providing a fantastic customer experience. | |||
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Brittany Brezinski Assistant Sales ManagerAbout BrittanyBrittany joined the GMT Team in April 2020. She grew up in the Gibbons area and graduated from Sturgeon Composite High School. Brittany loves all things outdoors and grew up using the variety of products we sell. When she is not at work, Brittany can be found quadding, camping with family and friends, paddle boarding with her dog, fishing, sledding or curling! The best part of the job here is getting to help families live out their dreams, whether that is in a boat or out on the trails, and seeing the smiles on their faces as they do so! |
Eddie Hyam Assist Sales Manager &Pre-Owned Inventory ManagerAbout EddieEddie began at GMT in 2014. He has been around boats his whole life, and began a career in the marine industry in 2006, bringing several years of experience to the GMT team. Eddie has the knowledge and experience to fit a life jacket or advise on your next offshore fishing boat. From fishing on the Shuswap, to spending summers on Mabel Lake, his love and respect for the water is evident with his passion for serving the boating community. |
Myron Crown
Marine
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Matthew Tamburro New Unit Inventory ManagerAbout MatthewMatt joined Gibbons Motor Toys in May 2019. He grew up in Southern Ontario, spending his childhood fishing and camping. He graduated from the HVAC Program at Durham College and moved to Alberta in 2008 where he worked in the plumbing and heating industry for the last 10 years. Now a member of the Gibbons community, he still loves all things outdoors and spends his spare time quadding, fishing and camping with his family. |
Charles E Business ManagerAbout CharlesCharles joined GMT in March of 2023 after having spent the previous two years in automotive sales selling Dodge and Ram products in his hometown, Drayton Valley. An avid fan of all things sports, Charles is excited to be getting back to his roots, having grown up on Can-Am products and having been boating on a wide variety of central Albertan lakes. As a sales consultant, Charles greatly values the customer experience and ensures that everyone gets the best help selecting the product that is best for them, their family and their lifestyle. In his free time, you can find Charles on some hiking trails in the national parks or heading up to the mountains to go skiing. |
Bre Schabert Sr. Marketing Manager
About BreBre grew up in small towns across Alberta (nine to be exact), so being part of Gibbons Motor Toys feels like coming home. Raised in an entrepreneurial family and later launching her own ventures, she brings both creative thinking and real-world experience to the table. With a marketing degree, an advertising designation, and a strong background in digital strategy, Bre is always on the lookout for genuine ways to tell the Gibbons Motor Toys story. She thrives on building meaningful connections and shaping a brand that reflects her own values: community, integrity, and authenticity. Outside of work, Bre enjoys time with her husband, two kids, and their cat. She’s at her best when connecting with others and often finds her best ideas come from a good, honest conversation. | ||
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Justin Frison Service Manager - ABAbout JustinJustin joined the GMT team in 2003. He graduated from Sturgeon Composite High School and completed the automotive mechanics program there. Soon after, he was selected to compete in the Skills Canada competition for small engine repair finishing second overall in Alberta. In his first 4 years at GMT he worked as a Shop Technician. During this time, Justin completed his Mercury Master Technician status in both outboards and Mercruiser, and became a BRP Certified Technician. For the last 11 years, he has held the Service and Parts Manager position. Justin has the uncanny ability to deliver complex information in a way that allows his listener to gain full understanding. When he’s not working, he is riding and he takes pride in the knowledge and experience he brings to GMT. |
René Lachance General Parts Manager – ABAbout RenéRene joined the GMT team in August 2017. He grew up in Athabasca and began working in parts at the age of 16 at the local John Deere dealership. After high school, he graduated with a degree in Business from Concordia University in 2008. He continued his parts experience in the agriculture and construction fields. Growing up, he always had a passion for anything outdoors or motor sports related, and filling the parts specialist position at GMT allows him to connect with this passion. When not at work, he enjoys spending time with his family. |
Stewart Anderson Service & Facilities Manager - BCAbout StewartStew joined GMT in January 2023. He grew up in Squamish, B.C spending most of his time riding bikes, snowboarding and skateboarding and playing with electronics. He excels with anything technology related and has a wide variety of skills and hobbies including but not limited to; welding, installing remote car starters, operating heavy equipment, building/repairing computers. Stew worked as an Equipment Engineer for almost 10 years on the Gateway (PMH1) project as well as the Sea to Sky improvement project. After a few years in that position, he realized he wanted to stay at home in the Shuswap which brought him to Gibbons Motor Toys. He currently enjoys spending time with his family and riding his E-Bike. | |||||
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Dan Baugh
Senior Marine
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Tracy Fedechko
Powersports
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Andrew Hanson
Powersports
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Brendan Lawrence
Marine
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Sean Horrocks
Marine
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Myron Crown
Marine
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Matthew Chorney Parts & Facilities Support Hand – ABAbout MatthewMatthew recently graduated from high school. He plays hockey, and his favourite team is the Edmonton Oilers. Matthew believes that he has a great sense of humour. He loves old vintage cars, trucks, and enjoys going to car shows. |
Joshua Rumbolt Service Advisor - ABAbout JoshuaJoshua became part of the GMT team in March 2021. He was born and raised in Corner Brook, Newfoundland and moved to Egremont, Alberta in 2006. After finishing high school, he worked in the oil/gas industry as a PSV technician for 8 years before pursuing a different career path in 2020. Joshua is an avid musician – playing guitar for 15 years and providing local lessons. He enjoys sports and organizes a softball and volleyball team each year. Joshua has a personable and out-going demeanor which brings friendly energy to all his interactions. He looks forward to helping GMT clients by giving them a positive experience. |
Colton Lutz Service Assistant – ABAbout ColtonColton grew up in Westlock and loves small towns and country life. He graduated from St. Mary’s School in 2017 and has been in the automotive industry ever since. During his spare time, Colton loves to be outdoors, doing anything ATV related, or a calm day fishing with friends and family. He plans to have a great career with GMT! |
Reece Hansen Parts Advisor - ABAbout ReeceReece joined GMT in January 2025. Growing up in St. Albert and Onoway, he developed a passion for computers, bikes, and motorcycles. With previous experience in the powersports industry and a recent move to Bon Accord, Reece has found GMT to be a perfect fit. In his free time, he enjoys riding his motorcycle in the summer and watching movies with his family. |
Cal Ziercke (Operational Support Hand) – BCAbout CalCal joined Gibbons Motor Toys in March 2025. He was born and raised in the Shuswap and developed a love for the outdoors at a young age. Cal enjoys hiking, camping, off-roading, and spending time on the lake. While his greatest passion has always been cars and trucks, he has recently taken a strong interest in boating and is excited about a future career in the marine industry. | |||
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Chad Beveridge Service Technician - ABAbout ChadAfter working in the automotive industry for 22 years, Chad joined GMT in 2018. He was raised in Gibbons and completed the automotive program at Sturgeon Composite High School. After graduating, he attended NAIT and received his Journeyman Automotive Technician ticket with Red Seal. With a history deeply rooted in Gibbons, he lives in town and enjoys quadding, sledding, woodworking, camping, hiking and of course, all things mechanical. Chad looks forward to learning and gaining knowledge in a new industry. |
Cody Jefferies Service Technician - ABAbout CodyCody began working at GMT in 2017. Having been brought up in a small town, Cody is no stranger to outdoor adventures and enjoys heading out for a weekend of sledding. Cody’s role as Operations Assistant and Technician provides a new and exciting opportunity for him. He is excited to be a part of the GMT family, and looks forward to expanding his knowledge in the industry and developing his skills. He hopes to continue his training and become a BRP Master Technician. Cody has a down to earth, friendly attitude, and believes in quality service and hard work. |
Mason Despins ( Service Technician - AB )About MasonMason joined GMT in September 2020. A graduate of RF Staples, Westlock, he always had a passion for off-road toys. Mason has completed his first-year automotive training with NAIT, and his goal is to make sure that your toys run like new. |
Jeremy Moore Service Technician – ABAbout JeremyAfter being a journeyman heavy-duty technician for 10-plus years Jeremy felt, it was time for a change. Always having a life full of power sports as a hobby it only made sense for him to try the industry. Most weekends he spends time either on a side-by-side exploring the backcountry and during winters on sleds. Jeremy is looking forward to working on the equipment he equally adores. |
Terry Otto Service Technician – ABAbout TerryTerry started out in the mechanics trade during grade 12 work experience at his neighbour’s high performance snowmobile shop. This got him into snowmobile drag racing, hill climbing and racing motocross. From there Terry ended up switching gears and going to NAIT where he obtained his Heavy Equipment Technician ticket with red seals for both on-road and off-road equipment. Now he finds himself back in the recreational power sport industry and is very glad to be back. Terry enjoys camping with the family, as well as quadding, sledding, woodworking and taking our boat out during his spare time. |
Jacob Hannigan Service Technician - ABAbout JacobComing Soon. |
Jeff Kilgour Service Technician – BCAbout JeffJeff joined GMT in 2017. From a young age, Jeff had a knack for problem-solving and fixing nearly anything. After 25+ years as an automotive diagnostic specialist, he is looking forward to applying his talents to his love of watercraft as a GMT Technician. From building houses and race cars, to customizing computers and electronics, Jeff can analyze any job and make the complicated simple. |
Sam Nelson Service Technician - BCAbout SamSam grew up in High River, AB but has spent the last 20 years in the Shuswap area of BC. He currently lives on an acreage with his lovely wife and four beautiful children. Sam loves all things outdoors from growing/raising food for his family to hunting and fishing. He works hard and is always striving to provide the highest quality service for his customers. |
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Joanne Panasiuk HR & Administration CoordinatorAbout JoanneJoanne joined the GMT team in 2021 after retiring from a successful 34 year career with the Government of Alberta. Although she has always been involved in the business “behind the scenes” she now has the time to take a more active role. Joanne has a Bachelor of Social Work Degree, has a passion for working with people and brings with her a wealth of HR and leadership experience. She is excited to provide the staff with the tools and support they require to continue to make GMT the best that it can be and ensure customers receive excellent service. |
Heather Hagen Accounting AssistantAbout HeatherHeather came aboard Team GMT in October 2021. She was born and raised in Camrose, AB and has always been the adventurous one. Heather moved around a lot as a young adult living and working in many different towns and cities across AB & BC, all the while staying in the horse racing industry working in para-mutuals for 20+ years. She has since decided to settle down and shift gears and join the great team here at Gibbons Motor Toys. |
Tracy Scott Payroll & Benefits AdministratorAbout TracyTracy originally joined Gibbons Motor Toys on Sept of 2019 on contract to help in accounting for 5 months. She then returned in April of 2021 on a permanent basis as the Payroll & Benefits Administrator. Tracy is a payroll professional and certified PCP with the National Payroll Association, and she has worked in several industries, global and private. Tracy has also worked in software implementation for payroll and human capital management. In 2021, she moved out of the city to an acreage and is happy to be in the country and back at GMT! |
Michelle Mackillop Accounting TechnicianAbout Michelle |
Ainsley Skeoch ReceptionistAbout AinsleyAinsley joined Gibbon Motor Toys in August 2024. Born and raised in Alberta, she grew up playing in the mud, chasing cows, and riding her horses. Ainsley loves the outdoors and enjoys hunting, fishing, quadding, and just about anything else you can do outside. She also likes to live in the moment and spend time with friends and family whenever possible. Ainsley plans to attend Olds College to get her Farrier Certification, while also growing with GMT. | |||
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Tom Gaudet GMT AmbassadorAbout TomTom has always had a huge passion for the outdoors. He started as a pro-staff with GMT in 2000. An avid angler, he began fishing young. He started fishing tournaments in 1983. He had good success and has had several tournament placings over the past 35 years and still competes every year. Tom started hunting at an early age and has guided big game in Alberta as well as the Yukon Territory. In 2009, he went to Africa on a dream Safari. Tom also enjoys ATV riding and mountain sledding. He strives to pass on his outdoor experience and always has time to listen to the outdoor pursuits of others. |
Tyerel Mungongo GMT AmbassadorAbout Tyerel... |
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