Meet The Crew

Chase Hamilton 

Function Factory Performance General Manager / VIP Client Specialist 

Chase was born in Arizona, and while he grew up in 3 different states, found his way back to the desert to where he has been working at Function Factory since late 2020. He found a passion for cars in high school after picking up a 350z and learning to modify it himself, and fix it when it broke (which was pretty often). Shortly after the first Z, he picked up another 350z and taught himself how to swap a 6.0 LS into it. Fast forward to today, he is driving a 370z which is in the process of getting boosted with a single top mount turbo kit. He enjoys working on all types of cars, from hoopties to supercars, but his knowledge and passion lies within Nissan performance, Z’s, G’s, and GTR’s. Even when off the clock, he’s never truly off work. Feel free to reach out through any socials with any questions you have about upgrading your car.

Luis Cisneros

Function Factory Performance Customer Support & Order Processing

Hailing from Houston, Texas, Luis brings our crew a unique touch of Southern hospitality and a strong work ethic. What makes Luis interesting is his deep-rooted passion for the automotive world, a love that goes beyond his professional duties and into his personal life. 

You see, Luis’s girlfriend is a race car driver who commands a McLaren 570 GT4, no less! They frequently spend time together at the Circuit of The Americas, where she races with Rafa Racing. This first-hand exposure to the racing environment gives Luis an unmatched perspective on performance and mechanics, enhancing his contributions to our team.

When he’s not at the track or in the office, Luis is a regular at the gym, firmly believing in the benefits of staying fit and active. His discipline also extends to his leisure activities; you can often find him focused while playing Rainbow 6 Siege during his downtime. 

Derek Jones

Function Factory Performance Digital Media Coordinator

Derek Jones is an Arizona native who has worked in the automotive industry for 3 years. While growing up, Derek loved cars, but had very little experience working with them prior to meeting Charles. In several short years, Derek is now an accomplished photographer and videographer, specializing in exotic cars, racing events, and high end rallies. Also working in the music industry, Derek has worked with artists such as Rick Ross, Sean Kingston, and Waka Flocka Flame. He prides himself on high quality photos and cinematic videos. Derek drives a 2020 Mustang GT with Premium, 401a, PP1, FFP twin turbo kit, and more. He is also the best comic relief around the shop.