Illene Moriarty is the owner and editor of Autoguide Publications, Inc.

The magazine was founded by her father Gene Klein over 25 years ago. The road to Illene’s leadership role at NY Autoguide was not a direct route, but the journey equipped her with a diverse skill set of creativity, vision, effective customer relations and business savvy.

Born and raised in Beacon, New York, Illene’s childhood was active and took advantage of much of what the tri-state area has to offer. Winters were spent on the slopes supervised by her dad - who also acted as the local high school ski team’s coach. Lazy summers took place at the family Jersey shore beach cottage.

Illene showed artistic and creative skills at a young age; friends and family encouraged her talents. The vast beauty of the ocean and the majesty of the mountains fueled Illene’s creativity, and a passion for photography developed.

While studying photography at Sullivan College, Illene took interest in the culinary arts. As most college students do, Illene shifted gears and transferred to the college’s Hotel and Restaurant Management program. Her goal was to be a business owner and to integrate her passion for food into the endeavor.

After finishing school, Illene was employed as a cook for the Syler Food Corporation, which provided her the unique opportunity to work on a Merchant Marine ship traveling the Mediterranean.

Back on shore, Illene applied her newly learned business acumen to a catering business. She also worked in various restaurants honing her skills. She also successfully managed a well-known bakery.

Ever-enchanted by all art forms, in 2001 Illene took a shine to metal smithing. She takes classes at the 92nd street Y in Manhattan. Illene informally sells her designs by request.

You may think that Illene is an unlikely CEO of an auto guide – maybe she is, but her creative view of the world has been an asset to Autoguide Publications, Inc.; the company’s consistent growth and longevity is testament to her unique business perspective.

    
Illene splits her time in New York City’s Upper West Side & the Hudson Valley with her two Corgi’s, Sophie and Rocco. 

Have a general question for Illene or an editorial inquiry?

Please email her at: illene.moriarty@gmai l.com

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Thomas Coppola has been a member of Autoguide Publications Inc & NYAutoguide.com since November of 2002 working as the Graphics, Web & Office Manager.

Born & raised in Goshen, NY his early years were spent in the scouting program from start to finish attending many camping & canoeing trips along the way.  Leadership & social skills among many learned thru the scouting program helped to move him on thru high school, college & into the work force successfully.

Throughout high school & college he picked up many skills & hobbies.  Basketball Ball & Track and Field in Middle School, Theater & Stage Crew in High School.  He attended the Art Institute of Philadelphia for 2 years & received his degree in Multi-Media & Web-Design.

His experience has allowed him to help grow the Autoguide Magazine graphical look & the NYAutoguide.com website to what has become.   During the process of re-launching the All New Redesigned NYAutoguide.com website he has learned a great deal about the online Advertising, Distribution & SEO Marketing world and will use this knowledge and future knowledge to continue the growth of the Autoguide products. He currently works on typing & designing ads for our bi-weekly publication and maintaining most website content; ads & marketing.

Have a general question for Tom please email him at: tom@nyautoguide.com