Meet the Staff of Stice Industries

Jarod Stice - Owner

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Meet Jarod.

Jarod didn’t learn about cars from a manual; he learned from the ground up in a Southeast Kansas salvage yard. Growing up in that environment gave him a level of technical expertise most dealers simply don't have. He knows how to look past a fresh detail to see the frame, the mechanical "bones," and the true history of a vehicle. This lifetime of experience-from running salvage yards to managing businesses across the state-dictates every purchase made for the STICE lot.

In addition to his mechanical background, Jarod brings a rare level of professional depth to the dealership. Having previously served as a business consultant for the Kansas Small Business Development Center as well as a business banker for Emprise Bank, he understands the financial side of purchases better than most. Whether you are a family on a budget or a business owner looking for a specific financial strategy to grow your fleet, Jarod’s business and banking experience allows him to navigate the "numbers side" of the deal with the same precision he uses under the hood.

Jarod specializes in:

• Mechanical Reliability: He has an eye for spotting common mechanical red flags before a vehicle ever hits the lot.

• Rebuilt Salvage Titles: He understands the paperwork, safety standards, and hurdles of title issues that others find daunting.

• Specialized Inventory: From heavy-duty Diesel trucks for the oil fields to boats for El Dorado Lake, Jarod hand-picks units that fit the specific needs of our Kansas community.

When he’s not hunting down the next unique find, Jarod is a "Family First" kind of guy. Whether he’s out on the golf course, heading to the lake with Jessica and the boys (Jude and Jack), or cranking up some Red Dirt music, he’s usually the funniest person in the room. A proud Pitt State Gorilla, he brings that same loyalty and Southeast Kansas work ethic to everything he does.

With over 30 years in the automotive, RV, motorcycle, and boat industries, Jarod has bought and sold thousands of vehicles. To him, those aren't just numbers-they represent thousands of titles cleared, engines inspected, and neighbors helped. He knows his reputation is on the line with every key he hands over, so he only sells what he’d be comfortable seeing his own family drive.

Jessica Stice - Owner

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Meet Jessica.

They say the car business is in your blood, and for Jessica, that’s literally true. In a "small world" twist of fate, Jessica’s dad actually worked at Jarod’s family dealership before she was even born. Growing up around that legacy, it only felt right that she and Jarod would eventually team up to run their own lot.

Jessica is the only girl in a house full of boys. As a wife and mom to Jude and Jack, she’s the anchor of the family and can usually be found on the sidelines of whatever game is in season. She’s a natural optimist who loves the energy of a sports-driven household, even if she has to admit her boys are already starting to outdrive her on the golf course.

With an MBA from Friends University and a marketing degree from Pitt State (Go Gorillas!), Jessica has spent much of her career in the non-profit and grant-writing world. Between that and previously owning her own insurance agency, she knows exactly what it means to protect a family’s assets and run a business with integrity. At STICE Auto Sales, she uses that experience to keep us rooted in the community, ensuring every customer gets a personal, honest experience.

When she isn't chasing her boys or keeping the business moving, Jessica is usually outdoors. She loves her daily walks, catching up on a good podcast, reading, learning, and spending weekends on the boat at the lake with her friends and family. She’s the heart of the operation, making sure we stay focused on what matters most: taking care of people.

Copper - Director of Greetings

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Meet Copper.

If you see a full-body wiggle and an excited face before you even get out of your car, that’s just Copper making sure you feel at home. Our German Shorthair Pointer is the best, most loyal fella we could ask for, and our boys, Jude and Jack, absolutely adore him.

We adopted Copper and didn’t know his actual birthday, so we celebrate it on April Fools' Day-which is fitting, because he acts like a fool 99% of the time. As our official "Director of Greetings," Copper’s only job is to make sure every visitor gets a warm welcome. He’s a permanent fixture of the STICE team and the heart of our shop.