Matt Willis
Partner
Matt is a Des Moines native and has worked the last 20+ years in his family’s automobile dealership. An entrepreneur at heart with a hunger for success, Matt is extremely excited to be joining the PBS Team. His enthusiasm for creating connections, bringing big dreams to fruition, and striving to meet goals makes Matt a unique and valuable asset to the PBS team. Matt’s work and life experience are rich in community involvement from local charity work, coaching youth sports, serving as a Firefighter for the City of Waukee for 10 years, being a member of the City of Clive Economic Vitality Committee, and years of lifelong relationships maintained throughout the Midwest. Matt is full of positive energy, big ideas and a work ethic that goes largely unmatched.
Matt and his wife of 17 years, Jenn, met and graduated from St. Olaf College. They reside in Waukee, Iowa with their 3 kids. Their spare time is filled with the fun and chaos of raising active children. They are huge sports fans, they love to play tennis, to travel, (especially if there is a live concert involved) and are active members of Lutheran Church of Hope in West Des Moines. Their philanthropic hearts lead them to be involved in many community charities. They can also be found fishing, hunting and enjoying an acreage they own just west of the city.
Industry Expertise
Stevens Point & Rhinelander, Wisconsin
Acquired by Dahl Automotive from Kocourek Automotive
Savanna, Illinois
Acquired by Ed Morse Automotive Group from J.C. Carey
Wisconsin
Acquired by Morrie's Automotive Group from Brenengen Auto.
Indianola, Iowa
Acquired by Gregg Young Auto Group from the Watters Family.
Schofield, Wisconsin
Acquired by Aaron Marthaler from Fred Mueller.
Testimonials
Read reviews from clients about their experiences working with Matt Willis
We have now done numerous transactions with Performance Brokerage. They continue to bring us offerings we like. We find them professional and trustworthy.
Paul Kechnie from Performance Brokerage was great to work with through the entire process. We had one deal fall through previously, but Paul said he would find me another one. We closed on it mid April. Thanks Paul!
I enjoyed working with Paul Kechnie of Performance Brokerage Services on this transaction and look forward to working with him again in the future. Paul did a great job identifying a buyer for his client that was the right fit. I highly recommend Performance Brokerage Services.
Paul Kechnie of Performance Brokerage Services was instrumental in getting the deal to the finish line. He was able to provide detailed insight as to what would be expected. Through the selling process, he was attentive, responsive, and always available. I was very happy with the transaction and services provided by Paul and Performance Brokerage Services.
This is the second acquisition that Paul Kechnie of Performance Brokerage Services assisted us with, and he helped make the process as smooth as possible both times. As challenges came up, he helped both sides work through them. Paul is honest, has a great deal of knowledge, and responds quickly. Paul knows how important our culture is to us and made sure that the opportunity fit our core values.
