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Rutherford & Bond Toyota and King Toyota
Meet the team
Derek Tilyard
Chief Executive Officer
I’m proud to represent the trusted Toyota brand. At Rutherford & Bond Toyota, we’re committed to ensuring that every one of our customers, walks away with an exceptional customer experience.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Kelsey Drysdale
Finance & Operations Manager
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.
Dylan Bray
Senior Accounts Clerk
I started at Rutherford & Bond in June 2022, I enjoy the wonderful support given by the team, and that no two days are the same here! In my spare time I enjoy keeping active and spending time with friends!
Mara Kerschbaumer
CLM Manager & HR Advisor
I started with Rutherford & Bond Toyota in the middle of May 2022. I love the variety of my role and the wonderful, diverse, and interesting people I work alongside. When I’m not playing golf, riding my horse or at the gym, you’ll find me in the kitchen baking or cooking!
Jess McLay
Customer Relationship Consultant
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.
Phoebe McCoy
Marketing Manager
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.
Amelia Piper
Marketing Coordinator
I started working at Rutherford & Bond and King Toyota in January 2023, after scoring the position as Marketing Graduate. Our Marketing team looks after all five branches and is responsible for the creation and distribution of advertising materials, community and sponsorship relationships and so much more. I love my role as it involves interacting with a wide array of people daily and provides consistent opportunities for growth and development. When I’m not in the office I’m spending time with family and friends, keeping active at the gym or talking my two dogs to the beach.
