The Management Team

Robert Betagole

Chief Executive Officer

Under Robert Betagole’s leadership, Mike Albert Leasing has grown from a small used car dealership in Cincinnati to a nationally recognized fleet lessor with vehicles in all 50 states as well as Canada and Puerto Rico. Bob’s accolades include winning the Ernst & Young/NASDAQ Entrepreneur of the Year Award for Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky in 1997. In 2007, he earned the Greater Cincinnati Auto Dealer's Association President's Vanguard Award. The award is given to leaders who have made significant contributions to the Cincinnati automotive business - not only as outstanding small business owners, but also as citizens dedicated to community service and the betterment of the industry within the community. In September 2009, Bob was inducted into the Fleet Hall of Fame by the Automotive Fleet and Leasing Association.


Marty Betagole

President

Marty Betagole became President of Mike Albert Vehicle Fleet Management effective January 1, 2000. She is also an Executive Officer of the Superior Dealer Group. Marty received a BA in Economics from the University of Michigan, an MBA from Xavier University, and a JD from the University of Cincinnati College of Law. In addition to her responsibilities with Mike Albert and Superior, Marty has served on several charitable boards over the years as well as the Board of the Cincinnati Regional Chamber. She currently sits on the Board of the Greater Cincinnati Fifth Third Bank.


John Betagole

Vice President

John Betagole joined the company in 1982. He has worked in and/or supervised most of the company’s sales departments. John is now president of the family's dealership group that includes Superior Kia, Honda, Acura, Hyundai North and Hyundai West as well as the Mike Albert Resale Center. He holds a BS in Economics from Michigan State University.


Richard Betagole

Vice President

Richard Betagole started his career with Mike Albert Leasing in 1983. With more than 25 years of automotive experience, he is involved in various aspects of the business and also manages the company's private investments. Richard served as a director on the board of the American Automotive Leasing Association for 15 years. He earned a BA from the University of Cincinnati.


W. Patrick Stull

Chief Operating Officer

Pat joined Mike Albert in 1986 as Director of Management Information Systems and was promoted to Vice President, Finance in 1987. As Vice President, Finance, Pat oversaw the Information Technology, Human Resources, Fleet Operations, Central Purchasing and Facilities Management departments. Pat became COO in 2008 and today, oversees all areas of the company. In addition to being a CPA, Pat is also a Certified Systems Professional. He is a member of the American Institute of CPAs and the Ohio Society of CPAs. Pat holds a BBA in Accounting from Xavier University.


Barbara Carr

Director of Human Resources

Barb joined Mike Albert Leasing in 1998 and is responsible for the full range of human resource activities, including compensation, benefits, recruiting, employee relations and training for both Mike Albert Leasing and the family-owned Superior Dealership Group.  Barb holds both a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification. She earned a BA degree from Richmond Professional Institute, College of William & Mary.


Sheri J. Hardesty

Vice President, Sales Administration

Sheri Hardesty joined the company in 1980 and today serves as Vice President of Sales Administration. Sheri is responsible for Fleet Administration, Customer Service and Fleet Title Operations. She also serves on the company's strategic planning committee. Sheri received her MBA from Xavier University.


Keith Miller

Treasurer

As the company's Treasurer, Keith Miller is responsible for cash and credit management, budgeting, risk assessment, corporate and individual tax planning and payroll. Keith joined the company in 1994, having previously worked as a tax consultant with Ernst & Young in Cincinnati. He holds a BBA in Accountancy from Saint Joseph's College in Indiana and a Masters degree from the University of Cincinnati. Keith is a CPA and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.


Chuck Ruzicka

Chief Information Officer

Chuck Ruzicka joined Mike Albert in 2008. He is responsible for Mike Albert's technology strategy, the daily operation of the technology organization, technology selection and oversight of technology vendors. Prior to joining Mike Albert, Chuck was a Chief Information Officer in the financial services industry for more than 10 years, and a technology strategy consultant. He has an MBA and a Bachelors of Science in Math Education from The Ohio State University.


Todd Ryan

Vice President, Remarketing

Todd Ryan is responsible for wholesale operations, the remarketing of off-lease and rental vehicles and directing the operations of the Short Term Rental Department. He is also responsible for leading Mike Albert’s Residual Committee, which forecasts the residual values of all Mike Albert vehicles. Todd has been with Mike Albert Leasing since 1992.


Phillip J. Schneider Jr.

Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Vehicle Leasing & Fleet Management Services

Phil Schneider joined the Mike Albert team in 2009 and is responsible for leading Mike Albert’s sales force, focusing on attaining maximum sales volume in both the vehicle leasing and fleet management segments. Prior to joining Mike Albert, Phil spent 23 years at Cintas Corporation, holding such titles as National Account Manager, Director of National Accounts, Director of Strategic Accounts and, most recently, Director of Sales Strategy and Development. Phil holds a BA in Business from Franklin College.


W. Bruce Shaffer

Chief Financial Officer

Bruce Shaffer began his career with Mike Albert in 1986 as Assistant Controller. He was named Controller in 1987, Treasurer in 1995 and became Vice President of Fleet Operations in 2000. Bruce was promoted to CFO in 2008. He continues to oversee Mike Albert's Purchasing and Maintenance Management operations. Bruce is a graduate of Miami University with a BS in Accounting. He is also a CPA and is a member of the American Institute of CPAs and the Ohio Society of CPAs.