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Our Staff

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  • Wayne Petersen
    General Manager
    Wayne Petersen
    801-526-1701

    I've been in the car business for almost 30 years now - 24 of which have been with the Ken Garff family and the Honda brand. I enjoy the car business and I love the Honda brand. In fact, most everything in my garage is made by Honda (tiller, cultivator, lawn mower, snow blower, weed eater, personal watercraft, etc) because I believe they make the best product in the market for the money. My first Honda was a 1979 Accord I bought used and sold it 1 year later for a little more than I paid for it, and I didn't do anything but replace the brake pads while I owned it. I was hooked!

    I enjoy being part of the Ken Garff Automotive Group because they have the same philosophies as I do when it comes to honesty and integrity. We really do try to be fair with every customer, every time.

    When I am not at the dealership, I prefer to spend time with my family. We have a ranch in Cokeville, Wyoming where I grew up. We love to spend time there riding horses, fishing, riding 4-wheelers, and working. We also have 2 Honda Aqua Trax personal watercraft we love to take to Pineview reservoir whenever possible.

  • Joey Burns
    General Sales Manager
    Joey Burns
    801-526-1702

    I have been involved with the automotive industry since I was 16 years old as a lube tech/detailer and took ASE certification classes. I graduated high school with the intention of being a mechanic. After serving an LDS mission I realized that I was better at sales and turned my focus there. I attended Weber State University while selling vehicles for Ken Garff Nissan Ogden. Later, I moved into the finance and insurance department just before graduating in technical sales. I have now been with the Garff group for 7 years and love working for a company that cares about their employees and their customers.

    My interests are my kids, anything motorsport related, mountain biking, snowboarding, and gaming.

  • Brandon Wilson
    Pre-Owned Vehicle Sales Manager
    Brandon Wilson
    801-526-1704

    I have been in the car business since August of 2006. I got into the business to work my way through college and have enjoyed working with vehicles and customers ever since. I enjoy spending time with my beautiful wife and daughter. As a family, we enjoy doing outdoor activities and traveling together.

  • Chris Lenker
    New Car Manager
    Chris Lenker
    801-526-1703


  • Trevor Wilkins
    Finance Manager
    Trevor Wilkins
    801-526-1707


  • Taylor Johnson
    Finance Manager
    Taylor Johnson
    801-526-1726

    I LOVE the car business and have been helping people find great cars at amazing deals for over 6 years! I am currently going to school completing my MBA/MHA degree. When I am not working or going to school I love to go out and hang out with friends. I am a sports fanatic and would not know what to do without basketball, football, and of course SportsCenter. I just found out that I am going to be a father and can not wait for this next phase of life to start. My wife is already talking about the new Honda Odyssey that she will get down the road.

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  • Al Kramer
    Internet Sales Manager
    Al Kramer
    801-526-1727

    I started in the car business back in 1990 the week before Desert Storm. I was afraid I'd made the biggest mistake ever. I came from the computer side of a gold winning company and 14 years at Coca-Cola. After selling a few cars though, that was it! I was hooked and the car business was in my blood. I had the honor of working with Ken Garff himself and learned how to treat people from the master. My family and I moved to Orlando in 2004 where I continued to work in the car business. We came back to Utah in 2009 when I returned to Ken Garff Honda and have been here ever since.

    My time off is spent with my family and our dogs. I enjoy bowling and, of course, trips to Disney World!

  • Lucy Monson
    Certified Sales Consultant
    Lucy Monson
    801-526-1728

    I am from Venezuela and I came to this country 4 years ago. I started in the car industry working for the Brent Brown Group, and six months later I transferred to Brent Brown Toyota working in the Internet Department. Last November I joined Ken Garff Honda Downtown's Internet Department. I have now been here for almost a year.

    I am married to an ER nurse. We each have one daughter from previous marriages whom we love. We have a cute Jack Russell that keeps us busy. I am passionate about cooking and entertaining. Hiking, gardening, music, opera and the theater are some of my interests.

  • Kris Vreeken
    Sales
    Kris Vreeken
    801-526-1716

    I have been helping people with automotive purchases for eight years now and have worked for Ken Garff Honda Downtown for over six years. I have earned the prestigious Council of Sales Leadership award for Honda each year I've been here. One gold level and the other are silver level. I'm proud of my accomplishments, but even more important to me are the letters I've received from customers thanking me for such a pleasant auto purchase experience. It isn't often someone takes the time to thank someone in the automotive profession like that. I pride myself on helping customers and treating them the way I would want to be treated. I have never had a job that I've enjoyed as much as selling cars.

    Away from the dealership, I enjoy my artwork as much as I can. I like reading and, of course, TV!

  • Brandon Crapo
    Sales
    Brandon Crapo
    801-526-1712

    I have been in the automotive business for 12 years, all of which have been with Ken Garff Honda downtown. I have been the District and Zone winner for the Honda Walk-Around competitions. I have also been awarded with the Honda Silver Level Achievement.

    I enjoy spending time with my family and seeing new places. I enjoy the outdoors and all sports associated with it, including bike riding. I also like to read. I love the challenge of helping my clients find the right vehicle for their needs and I am great with follow-up.

  • Eddie Jeppson
    Sales
    Eddie Jeppson
    801-526-1713

    I first started working for Ken Garff Honda back in 1998 as a lot tech when the dealership was located at 500 S. 200 E. I was known as "Fast Eddie" because I was always on the ball and always making everyone happy. I never had a problem with anybody and always  put a smile on their faces. I was with the company for seven years washing cars and keeping the lot nice and tidy. I saw how the salesman worked with people and gave them excellent customer service and thought, "One day I will be doing that job!" Over the years, I eventually left the Garff Group and worked in Staffing and Sales for 13 years. I really enjoyed working with people, but eventually work got slow. I ran into Robert Garff one day and he asked me what I was doing at the time. Coincidentally, I was looking for work! He invited me to come back and work for Ken Garff in sales. I looked back to when I was a lot tech and remembered wanted to work in car sales, so I accepted!

    Since then I have enjoyed working in Sales and providing excellent customer service to all the people that I work with. The most important to thing to me is listening to the customer. If I can make your sales experience better I will do so. I know one thing, you will leave with a smile on your face!

    I spend my time off with my family. We enjoy camping, mountain biking, golfing, baseball and softball. One of the things I enjoy most is drawing. I have been doing that since I was 3 years old. My most expensive hobby is remote control cars and airplanes. They are fun to do...until you crash them and have to put them away. During my spare time I coach my boys baseball team. Some day he will hit the big leagues.

  • Stan Schubach
    Sales
    Stan Schubach
    801-526-1723

    Stan has been with Ken Garff Honda Downtown for 5 years now. If your looking for a very relaxed, non pressure Salesman..someone who will take their time in helping you find the right vehicle at the right price, than Stan is your guy. Very knowledgeable, very friendly, and ready to help when ever you may need it!

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  • Ron Brown
    Sales
    Ron Brown
    801-526-1715

    I've been selling cars for Ken Garff for 25 years and quickly found that the value of taking care of the customer the first time will make them a lifetime customer. I've been very fortunate that many customers and their families and friends have bought multiple vehicles form me. They trust that I will help them make long term choices that will benefit them in the future. I was fortunate to see how Ken Garff was able to build his business and have tried to emulate those same attributes in my work.

    In my time away from work, I enjoy being with my family and watching my kids participate in sports in High School and College. I also enjoy grandchildren, gardening and the outdoors as much as possible.

  • Ernie Hasna
    TIM Leader
    Ernie Hasna
    801-526-1708


  • Kent Paddock
    Sales
    Kent Paddock
    801-526-1721

    I have an extremely great personality. Spend five minutes with me and you've known me a lifetime. I am a very refreshing experience. I am loyal to my commitments, friends and family, and my work. I take a professional approach to business, with genuine concern and sincerity. I have made a lot of people very happy with their automotive acquisitions. I fully enjoy my employment here at Ken Garff Honda Downtown. My career specialty has translated into an extremely nice, down to earth approach, resulting in great business relationships. Selling cars is simply an extension of my success that I love being rewarded for.

    I completely enjoy life and have a superb family, life long friends, and of course the family's black Labrador.  I participate in a lot of sports including golf, tennis, and fishing. I promise that you and your family will be pleasantly surprised with obtaining your next vehicle from me at Ken Garff Honda Downtown.

  • Gerry Turbides
    Sales
    Gerry Turbides
    801-526-1724

    I am a New Yorker that moved to Utah for a better way of life. I am fairly new the car industry and have been selling cars for eight months. I have been with the Garff Group for a few months now and couldn't be happier. The atmosphere here at Honda Downtown is one of respect and appreciation. I don't have many years in the industry but from what I see I look forward to being here for many years to come.

    My wife and I just welcomed our baby girl and I love spending time with her and my wife. I enjoy watching my baby experience life with every passing day. When I am not at work I enjoy relaxing at home with my family. I am Hispanic and therefore speak fluent Spanish. I like to help my clients get into the car they love. Some of my other hobbies include listening to music, watching movies, and working out. 

  • Patrick Marks
    Certified Sales Consultant
    Patrick Marks
    801-526-1719


  • Kimberly Lochner
    AutoAlert Specialist
    Kimberly Lochner
    801-526-1705


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  • Sherice Henriquez
    Adminstrative Assistant
    Sherice Henriquez
    801-526-1710


  • Renee Kennedy
    Controller
    Renee Kennedy
    801-526-1760


  • Raudell Alvarez
    Certified Sales Consultant

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    801-526-1700


  • Jake Francks
    Certified Sales Consultant

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    801-526-1700


  • Scott Morrey
    Certified Sales Consultant

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    801-526-1700