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Rutherford & Bond Toyota and King Toyota
Meet the team
Hunter Mitchell
Chief Executive Officer
I’m proud to be a Shareholder of Rutherford & Bond Toyota. Here in Wellington, we have a fantastic team across our five branches, dedicated to our customers. My main objective is to provide an enjoyable purchasing experience whether it be in sales, parts or service.
Craig Martin
Branch Manager
With 23 years’ experience working in the Rutherford & Bond Toyota team, I am proud to be Branch Manager of our Porirua and Kapiti branches. The people I have met and worked with over my time here are what make every day great. I have made many lifelong friendships through working for R&B. In my spare time you will generally find me keeping active. I play squash, assist with coaching the Mana Special Olympic Football team and I enjoy taking out my old Toyota Hilux 4WD to explore some of our amazing off the beaten track spots.
Daniel Montgomery
Kapiti Team Leader
I joined the Rutherford & Bond Toyota team as an Apprentice Technician in 2003. I have been presented with many opportunities to explore many different roles and am now Team Leader out here in Kapiti. I enjoy my job because it is so diverse, no two days are the same. In my spare time I enjoy watching sport and spending time with my family.
Denise Baker
Vehicle Consultant
I began my role here for Rutherford & Bond Toyota Kapiti as a Vehicle Consultant in January 2019. I like that each day is different from the day before. I also enjoy handing over keys to our customers whether it be to a new or used vehicle, knowing that I have given superb customer service. Repeat business is becoming very regular which shows that my customers are happy! My spare time is spent walking along the beach in Raumati with our dog Monty, watching the All Blacks – no matter what time of the morning, and catching up with friends and family.
James Byers
Vehicle Consultant
I have been a part of the Toyota family since 2016 and later joined Rutherford & Bond Toyota Kapiti as a Business Manager and Vehicle Consultant in 2020. We have a great team out here. Outside of the office I enjoy spending time with family, playing sports, listening to music, and travelling.
Karly Murch
Service & Parts Advisor
I started as a Parts & Service Advisor for Rutherford & Bond Toyota Kapiti in 2019. I enjoy the people, customers, and the staff that I work with. You get to meet a lot of new people and see regulars who pop in, which I love. I also enjoy getting to drive the new vehicles when I am out doing my trade run which includes meeting with all our customers who I usually talk to on the phone. In my spare time I love gardening, fishing at the beach with my daughter, playing softball and international Rugby or Cricket. Basically, anything to keep active outdoors is a great down time for me!
Hollie Sharp
Service & Parts Advisor
I joined the Rutherford and Bond Toyota Kapiti family in March 2022. I am thoroughly enjoying the team environment and enjoying meeting all the lovely customers along the way. In my spare time I enjoy going to speedway and filling my life with anything automotive including off roading in my trusty Toyota.
John Hillier
Leading Hand
I have worked for Toyota for over 30 years now after moving out here from the UK with my family. My time with Rutherford & Bond Toyota has been great, I have now been a part of the team here for 15 years, working with the great bunch of people out in Kapiti make each day enjoyable. In my spare time you will find me exploring the outdoors!
Taylor Franks
Assistant Service & Parts Manager
I’ve been working at Rutherford & Bond Toyota for just over 3 years now. I’m the Warranty Advisor for the group and the Workshop Controller for the Kapiti branch. The thing I most enjoy about the industry is that there’s always a new challenge to overcome and something to learn. In my spare time I enjoy being outdoors on my mountain bike or playing music with mates.
Dylan Walker
Warranty Advisor
I have re-joined the team at Rutherford and Bond Kapiti. I originally started in 2009 and worked in the Parts and Service department for 9 years. I’m excited to be back and working in the Warranty Advisor role, which will further my knowledge and experience within the Automotive Industry. I’ve got a huge passion for fitness so in my spare time you will find me either at the gym or out and about on walks enjoying the sun.
Hannah March
Finance & Insurance Consultant
I began working at Rutherford & Bond Toyota in March 2021 as a Parts & Service Advisor in our Kapiti branch. I enjoy meeting all our customers and building relationships with them every day. I love the challenge of learning something new about cars constantly, plus the awesome team we have out here in Kapiti make it enjoyable. In my spare time I enjoy getting out and about exploring local areas, adding to my house plant collection, or getting into some photography.
Joe Walklin
Chief Financial Officer
I joined the team here at Rutherford & Bond Toyota in 2015 where I have had several titles leading up to my current role of CFO: managing the Accounting and IT functions of the group. I am proud to be a part of Rutherford & Bond, working alongside a great team as well as having daily opportunities and challenges to keep me motivated and engaged. If I’m not in the gym, you’ll find me behind the lens of a camera.
Kelsey Drysdale
Business Support Team Leader
I joined the Rutherford & Bond Toyota family in 2011 with a passion for motorsport and the motor industry. I enjoy the challenges the industry brings, and I am always looking forward to what’s next. In my spare time you will find me renovating our house and training for Rock ‘n’ Roll dance competitions.
Georgia Griffin
Accounts Clerk
I started with Rutherford and Bond in February 2021 as Accounts Clerk in our Business Support team here in Wellington. I love the challenge of the size of this business and dealing with the staff from all the different sites we manage. In my spare time I enjoy a bit of gaming and crafting - quiet evenings in are a joy.
Shannon Elvy
Accounts Clerk
I began my journey here at Rutherford & Bond Toyota in 2018 and have worked in various roles throughout the company before settling in the Business Support team. My favourite thing about working here is the people I work with having made some lifelong friendships. In my spare time outside of the office you will catch me with my son or keeping active.
Phoebe McCoy
Marketing Coordinator
I started with Rutherford & Bond and King Toyota in April 2021 where I was welcomed into the Customer Support team as Marketing Graduate. Day to day, we manage the communication and brand image across our five Wellington branches. I love my role here as it involves meeting new people and there are many opportunities to grow and develop. Outside of the office, I spend my time with friends, going to the beach and keeping active - whether that’s out on walks or at the gym.
Ben Sarikaya
Marketing Graduate
I joined the Rutherford & Bond and King Toyota team in January 2022 as a Marketing Graduate. Our team are responsible for managing the communication and brand image across all five of our Wellington branches. Working alongside a diverse group of people in an environment that facilitates learning and growth is extremely rewarding. I spend my spare time skateboarding, weightlifting, and hanging out with friends.
Carne Ashworth
Customer Support Team Leader
I started with Rutherford & Bond and King Toyota in April 2022 as a Customer Support Team Leader. I enjoy working alongside a diverse group of passionate hard-working individuals aiming at bringing the best possible experience to our brand. If I’m not working, my spare time is spent eating, spending time with family and friends, and being active through my passion for mixed martial arts, cricket, and the gym.
Ranee Sos
Customer Relationship Specialist
I joined the team at Rutherford & Bond Toyota in May 2017 as a Customer Relationship Specialist here in our Wellington City dealership. I love that there is always something to learn and the fact that there is never a dull moment. In my spare time I enjoy going to the gym, spending time with friends and family, and discovering new places to eat!
Jess McLay
Customer Relationship Specialist
I became part of the Customer Support team at Rutherford & Bond Toyota in September 2021. I love the great team environment and that we are presented with many opportunities to learn new skills. When I’m not at work I enjoy watching movies, spending time with friends and family and being creative whether that’s through photography, design, or makeup.
Levi Szabo
Customer Relationship Consultant
I began my role here at Rutherford & Bond and King Toyota in February 2022 as a Customer Relationship Consultant. I love coming to work every day, my team are all so great and supportive. I enjoy helping customers with their questions and queries. I love that each day I get to talk to new people! In my spare time I enjoy getting outdoors and going for hikes, exploring new cafes and bars, as I am a total foodie and I love meeting new friends! I thrive when it comes to making new connections so please come and say hello!
Melanee Bush
Customer Relationship Consultant
I began working here in February 2022 as a Customer Relationship Consultant. I enjoy seeing the new technology that the Automotive Industry is creating and I love working alongside the friendly people in our team. I spend most of my spare time with my two miniature Schnauzers and with friends exploring Wellington.
