Earlier this month, automotive industry veteran Chris Barile joined the team at Mid Kansas Auto Auction in Wichita, Kansas as the new sales manager.

Barile moved to Wichita after previously living in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

General manager of Mid Kansas Auto Auction Trevor Ottley said in a recent news release. “Chris has a great resume and fantastic work experience, but he’s joining our team because he sees what we’re trying to do here at Mid Kansas, and he’s excited to keep building the business and experiences for our dealers.”

Barile has more than 18 years of experience in the automotive industry and over 14 years in management. He will oversee the sales, fleet lease, and internet sales departments.

"I consider myself extremely blessed to be a part of the Mid Kansas Auto Auction family," Barile said. "I’ve been able to meet a number of dealers now and I’m looking forward to build those relationships and continue to meet new clients as well."

Chris served in the United States Air Force and is originally from Ocean City, New Jersey. He has four daughters, and outside of work, he pursues sports, music, and building relationships with people.

Mid Kansas Auto Auction is a dealers-only auction with sales every Wednesday available in-person or online. From their state-of-the-art facility in central Wichita, Kansas, the growing company serves dealers from all over the Midwest with a team of more than a hundred employees.