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General Manager
- Joe Amra
- General Manager
- joe.amra@koons.com
- (302 ) 427-4400 Ext. 1616
Management
- Elizabeth Brown
- Controller
- elizabeth.brown@koons.com
- 302-427-4400 ext1648
Elizabeth began working in the automotive industry in May 2004 as a Receptionist. She started working for Koons Lexus of Wilmington in June 2011. She worked at several dealerships while working her way through the University of Delaware, graduating in February 2010. Elizabeth has two dogs and would love more. She studied abroad in Italy during college and wants to return someday. Some of her hobbies include fishing, playing the piano and going to car shows. She loves to swim in her pool. She and her fiance want to travel someday in their 1968 Bluebird Bus.
- Kim Gallia
- General Sales Manager
- kim.gallia@koons.com
- 302-427-4400 ext. 1620
Kim has been in the Automotive Industry since 1988. She has won Three Auto Awards which are. Toyota Sales Excellence Toyota Today Magazine and Toyota Employee of The Year Awards. She is married and has two children. Some of her hobbies include bicycling and Snow Skiing.
- Andrew Greene
- Pre-Owned Manager
- drew.greene@koons.com
- (302) 427-4400 Ext.1625
Andrew graduated from University of Delaware. Previously, he was employed in the Internet Sales Department at Toyota dealership in Kentucky and joined Koons organization in August, 2011. Prior to the automobile industry, he spent 10 years in New England supervising all retail and event promotions for the Boston Globe.
Andrew has two boys. His hobbies include sports, politics and history.
- Ryan Jones
- Manager
- ryan.jones@koons.com
- (302)427-4400 Ext. 1639
- Leigh Encarnacion
- Customer Relations Manager
- leigh.encarnacion@koons.com
- (302) 427-4400 Ext. 1615
Leigh started with Lexus and in the auto industry in 1992. She started at Koons in May 2008. Leigh's favorite quote by Willa A. Foster says, "Quality is never an accident. It is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction, and skillful execution. It represents the wise choice of many alternatives." It was used in a thank you letter that Leigh received. She firmly believes "Kindness and a smile. They cost nothing, but mean so much!"
Leigh has many blessings in her life outside of work including life, family, friends, and the gift of time.
- Katie Travers
- Business Development Manager
- katie.travers@koons.com
- (302)427-4400 Ext. 1663
Finance
- Hadi Davoudi
- Finance Director
- 302 427 4400 ext 1617
- James White
- Finance Manager
- james.white@koonsauto.com
- 302-427-4400 ext. 1642
James is a Delaware native who graduated from Salesianum High School and went on to also graduate from Coastal Carolina University in Myrtle Beach. James is a huge Philadelphia sports fan who enjoys golfing and playing competitive softball.Â
- Chris Nepi
- Finance Manager
- chris.nepi@koons.com
- (302) 427-4000 Ext. 1643
- Patti Weir
- Finance Admin
- patti.weir@koons.com
- (302) 427-4400 Ext. 1644
Sales
- Jayson Kirk
- Sales Consultant
- jayson.kirk@koonsauto.com
- (302) 427-4400 ext. 1623
- Erik Ozoria
- Sales Consultant
- 302 427 4400 ext 1649
- Dan Hayes
- Sales Consultant
- (302) 427-4400 Ext. 1689
- Djibril Semega
- Sales Consultant
- (302) 427-4400 Ext. 1647
- Donna Griffith
- Sales Consultant
- 302 427 4400 ext 1637
- Kia Turner
- Sales Consultant
- 302 427 4400 ext 1669
- Harry Freeman
- Sales Consultant
- harry.freeman@koonsauto.com
- 3024274400 ext 1618
- Dario McCollin
- Sales Consultant
- dario.mccollin@koonsauto.com
- 302-427-4400 ext. 1626
- Drew Saksa
- Sales Consultant
- drew.saksa@koonsauto.com
- Elvis Gabri
- Sales Consultant
- elvis.gabri@koonsauto.com
- (302) 427-4400 Ext. 1644
- Andrew Mwaniki
- Sales Consultant
- (302) 427-4400 Ext. 1643
- Jesus Colon
- Sales Consultant
- jesus.colon@koonsauto.com
- (302) 427-4400 Ext. 1627
- Kenneth Troxell
- Inventory Manager
- kenny.troxell@koons.com
- 302-427-4400 ext.1645
Kenny is new to the automotive industry and with koons since June 2013. Most of his life was spent on a golf course, where he was the best caddy you could find. In his free time, he enjoys a good cigar and watching his favorite Philly sports team.
Parts
- Rick Scouten
- Parts Manager
- rick.scouten@koons.com
- 302-427-4400 x1638
Rick has been in the automotive industry since 1988 including five years as a Certified Technician. Rick has been a Master Certified Parts Manager with Lexus of Wilmington since 1995. Rick has worked hard on building up the Parts Department to give customers the best possible service. As a result, the Parts Department has won the "Lexus Best of the East" award seven years straight.
Rick is happily married to his wife and best friend, Christine. They are the proud parents of a wonderful daughter, Stephanie, who graduates in 2010 with a Bachelor's degree in History from Wesley College. Stephanie has also worked part time for Lexus of Wilmington during the past seven years. When not working hard, Rick loves to spend time with his family, work with computers, play golf, and watch NASCAR.
- Patty Mccrea
- Parts Admin
- patty.mccrea@koons.com
- (302)427-4400
- Joanna Southern
- (302) 427-4400 Ext. 1636
- Scott Bodofsky
- Parts Sales Associate
- 302-427-4400 x1662
Scott has been in the auto business for since 1977. He spent 20 years working with Toyota and has worked with Koons Lexus since 2008.
Scott spends his spare time with his wife and three children. His hobbies include working on various cars and his house.
- Pat Cautillo
- Parts Driver
- 302-427-4400
Pat has been in the automotive business since 2010. He enjoys helping clients and keeping the shop organized.
Pat loves to watch, coach, and play baseball. He also enjoys having fun with his friends.
- Robin Smith
- Assistant Parts Manager
- robin.smith@koons.com
- 302-427-4400 x1636
Robin started in the Parts business in 1986 with Acura; joined Honda in 1996 until 2011 and Lexus September 2011.Â
Her hobbies include going to the beach and going out on their boat to do some crabbing and fishing in the Delaware Bay. She enjoys watching all sports including Nascar, football, baseball and hockey. Robin's favorite Nascar driver is Kasey Kahne.
service
- Joseph Sweitzer
- Service Manager
- joseph.sweitzer@koons.com
- (302) 427-4400 Ext. 1667
- Rob Payson
- Service Advisor
- rob.payson@koons.com
- 302-427-4400 ext. 1631
Rob joined the Koons Lexus of Wilmington team in December 2012 but has been in the automotive industry since 1988. He enjoys spending his free time watching football, NASCAR, and going paintballing.
- Danielle Stevens
- Service Advisor
- danielle.stevens@koons.com
- (302)427-4400 Ext. 1632
- Chris Pentz
- Service Advisor
- chris.pentz@koons.com
- (302) 427-4400 Ext. 1628
- Matt Kesner
- Service Advisor
- matt.kesner@koons.com
- (302)427-4400 ext.1613
- George Shaer
- Service Advisor
- (302) 427-4400 Ext. 1633
- Marquese Avant
- Valet
- Bruce Jones
- Service Valet
- 302-427-4400
Bruce has over five years of experience in the auto industry. He was born and raised in Baltimore, MD. His hobbies include playing basketball, the piano, and the organ.
- Joseph Italia
- Driver
- Doc Jones
- Driver
- Ted Muterspaw
- Driver
- Bill Doerr
- Driver
- Keith Guzman
- Driver
- Don Evans
- Tech
- Brett Simkins
- Technician
- Jessie Moreno
- Tech
- Darren Youngerman
- Service Technician
- 302-427-4400
Darren has enjoyed being a technician for 25plus years. He has a long standing career with Toyota and came to Lexus in late 2015. Darren states...I am excited about taking my experience to the next level. On his time off he enjoys mountain biking, snowboarding and surfing.
- Cristian Zamores
- Service Technician
- 302-427-4400
Cristian is new in the auto industry. He is a graduate of UTI Technical School. He enjoys lifting weights and working out in his free time.
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- Jeremy Butcofsky
- Service Technician
- 302-427-4400
Jeremy has 13 years of dealership experience and has been fixing and repairing all kinds of things since he began working on his BMX style bike as a boy. He joined the Koons Lexus of Wilmington team in 2015. His hobbies include snowboarding, fishing, playing the drums, and motorcycling.
- Jimmy Butcofsky
- Service Technician
- 302-427-4400
Jimmy got his start in the automotive industry in 2010 with Chrysler. He joined the Koons Lexus of Wilmington team in 2015 after gaining five years of experience. His hobbies include fishing, sports, snowboarding, and playing the guitar.
- Michael Durand
- Service Technician
- 302-427-4400
Michael joined our Lexus family in April 2016.He has been working with Lexus vehicles since 1997 and has a Master Diagnostic Specialist certification. Next to cars his greatest passion is his wife and 3 children. In his pastime he enjoys boating, hiking and outdoors
- Mike Denney
- Service Technician
- 302-427-4400
Mike has been a part of the automotive industry for five years and at Lexus of Wilmington since 2015. In his spare time, he enjoys playing the guitar.
- Neil Bell
- Service Technician
- 302-427-4400
Neil started working at Koons Lexus in January 2006. He has an Associates Degree in Automotive Technology. He is married to his beautiful wife Michelle. He enjoys spending his free time relaxing on his boat.
- Kenneth Torres
- Technician Apprentice
- 302-427-4400
Kenneth is an all around great person. His hobby is riding mountain bikes which he has been doing for the past 10 years. He has a very strong work ethic which makes him a great detailer. His work ethic is only overshadowed by his polite manners. All his coworkers love having him around.
- Walt Crompton
- Service Technician
- 302-427-4400
Walt entered the auto business in 1983 and started at Lexus of Wilmington in 1997. His favorite hobbies are boating in the summer and snowmobiling in the winter. Walt is a 22 year Master Lexus Technician and just received a prestigious award from Lexus HQ.
Accounting
- Elaine Johnson
- Office Manager
- elaine.johnson@koons.com
- 302-427-4400 x1619
Elaine started in the automotive industry in 1985, and she started working for Koons Lexus of Wilmington in March 2011. Elaine loves working in the car business. Elaine loves animals. In October 2010, her family got a rescue Beagle named Emmie. During the summer months, Elaine spends a lot of time at her shore house in Cape May County New Jersey.
Technology Specialist
- Corey Reed
- Delivery/Technology Specialist
- corey.reed@koons.com
- 302-427-4400 ext 1621
Corey has been part of the Lexus of Wilmington team since 2017 and previously worked as a technician at Ford. When he is not at work Corey enjoys spending time with friends and playing Hockey.
Detail
- Bradley Payne
- Detail Manager
- bradley.payne@koons.com
- 302-427-4400
Bradley started with Koons Lexus of Wilmington in 2016. He has been detailing cars since 1999. Bradley is married with 3 children. In his spare time he coaches High School Basketball.
- Jesus Colon Jr
- Detailer
- 302-427-4400
Jesus is a self taught portrait artist who enjoys drawing for a good cause. He is very outgoing and enjoys the company of others. That may due to the fact that he has an identical twin brother.
- Victor Colon
- Detailer
- 302-427-4400
Victor has been with Koons Lexus of Wilmington since 2016. He enjoys working in the Detail Dept. with his twin brother and the rest of the Detail crew. In his spare time Victor enjoys playing the guitar and one day aspires to become a musical artist.
- Nate Echols
- Detailer
- 302-427-4400 x1652
Nate has been in detailing for 15 years and at Lexus for more than three years. He enjoys working with people . He is excited to learn new things and enjoys working for Koons Lexus. In addition Nate enjoys sports, blues, jazz, family, church and eating at different restaurants