Our Story

Built on Experience.
Driven by Results.

Committed to improving commercial fleet operations through data-driven strategies, deep industry knowledge, and our relentless pursuit of client success.

Founded
2024
Denver, Colorado
$500M+ Capitalized transactions facilitated
$400M+ Assets managed in fleet operations
5,000+ Vehicles remarketed
25+ Years combined experience

How GatePass Came to Be

Founded in 2024 by Jake Shirek and Brennen DuPree, GatePass emerged after years of experiencing the frustration of fleet negligence firsthand. We watched as unchecked maintenance led to unnecessary downtime and missed revenue opportunities. Inefficiencies in vehicle acquisition and liquidation yielded unpredictable timelines and expenses.

With that experience, we decided to take action — setting out to create an easy, honest, and reliable fleet management ecosystem that treats clients as true partners, not transactions.

What started as a focused consulting firm has grown into a comprehensive fleet solutions provider serving businesses across the country. Our journey has been marked by continuous innovation, strategic partnerships, and an unwavering focus on delivering measurable results.

Our Mission
To make the necessity of fleet operations honest and clear.

We believe that businesses deserve a fleet partner who tells it straight, executes with precision, and stands behind every vehicle and every transaction.

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

The principles that guide every decision we make and every relationship we build.

Integrity

Complete transparency and honesty in every client interaction and business decision — no surprises, no fine print.

Innovation

We continuously seek better methodologies and smarter strategies to improve fleet efficiency for our clients.

Excellence

We strive for excellence in every aspect of service delivery, from the first consultation to final remarketing.

Partnership

We view our clients as long-term partners, working collaboratively to achieve mutual success and sustainable growth.

The People Behind It

Leadership Team

Meet the experienced professionals who lead GatePass with vision, expertise, and dedication to client success.

Jake Shirek
Jake Shirek
Founder & Chief Executive

Jake is responsible for GatePass's investment activity, financing, and strategic partnerships. Through his involvement in multiple businesses, he has built a reputation for honesty, reliability, and velocity — facilitating and managing over $500M in capitalized transactions.

Jake began his career as a commercial real estate broker with Marcus & Millichap, later transitioning to investing in and developing retail properties for 7-Eleven, Dutch Brothers, Del Taco, McDonald's, and other nationally recognized brands.

He graduated from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University with a degree in Entrepreneurship and Marketing.

Brennen DuPree
Brennen DuPree
Co-Founder & CRO

Brennen has built and led high-performing fleet operations across the automotive and logistics industries, generating tens of millions in revenue through strategic vehicle sourcing, remarketing, and process optimization. His experience includes managing over $400M in assets and leading large operational teams.

Before launching GatePass, he held leadership roles in investor relations, fleet remarketing, and logistics at national-scale operations. He earned his degree from Birmingham-Southern College, where he developed a foundation in business, critical thinking, and strategic leadership.

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