ABOUT US
Our Mission
To make it easier for gearheads to connect, learn and drive.
Our Values
Learn from others. Enjoy the drive. Be a better enthusiast.
WHO WE ARE
We’re gearheads who love cars of every kind—and the people and stories behind them. From daily drivers to dream machines, we believe a shared passion for cars is the perfect starting point for a friendship. That’s why we created Avants: to bring enthusiasts together in the real world, swap stories, get out for a drive, and build friendships that last long after the engines shut off.
The Team
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Adam Cramer
Founder / Chief Enthusiast
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Krissy Wells
National Director
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NiCole Wilson
Partnership Development Manager
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Daniel Piker
Content Marketing Manager
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Ramon Antonio
Director, Portland
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Shabi Soliamani
Director, Seattle
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Kevin Nielsen
Director, Southern California
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Josh Benjamin
Director, Scottsdale
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Karl Noakes
Editor-in-Chief, Avants Magazine
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Nicholas Bergeron
Co-Host, Avants Podcast
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Dan Putnam
Co-Host, Avants Podcast
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Ben Roget
Ambassador, Bay Area
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Ryan Bahrke
Ambassador, Denver
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Mike Wynkoop
Ambassador, Northeast