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Rutherford & Bond Toyota and King Toyota
Meet the team
Richard Devery
Branch Manager
I have been with Toyota for 25 years and the Hutt valley plays a big part in my life. I have four children all at school in the Hutt and I am involved in numerous local sporting clubs. I am passionate about King Toyota and making sure we make it easy to do business with us, as well as the business contributing to the local community.
Ahmad Parwaiz
New Vehicle Manager
I started at King Toyota in April 2013 as a New Vehicle Cadet. I really enjoy engaging with the Hutt Valley community and try to make all our customers lives easy when it comes to anything vehicle related. The Hutt Valley is a busy environment, and we punch well above our weight out here! In my spare time, I enjoy driving and doing activities outside as much as possible.
Nimanshu Mann
New Vehicle Consultant
I joined the team at King Toyota in May 2019 as a New Vehicle Consultant. The best part of my job is that you get to meet with different customers and help them find the right vehicle, which I would say is the second biggest purchase after a home. I love spend time with my family and my hobby is CROSSFIT!
Chris Williams
New Vehicle Consultant
I joined King Toyota Lower Hutt in May 2015 and have been here since, apart from a year stint in London where I also sold cars, and four months travelling South America. I re-joined the team in June 2020. In my spare time I enjoy being outdoors and riding motorbikes.
Ernesto Guevara
Used Vehicle Manager
I joined King Toyota in August 2012 and have been the Used Vehicle Manager since. I am proud to be leading a team of honest, dedicated, and experienced staff that work hard to make everything easy and enjoyable for our customers. I am a volunteer firefighter and really enjoy the outdoors, but most of all, I love spending time with my family
Simon Lakeman
Used Vehicle Team Leader
After joining King Toyota in 2013, I've had the chance to meet and help so many people. Outside of work, I follow NRL (Wests Tigers), most codes of sport and love all things DIY. You might bump into my family and I at our local hardware, cafe or dog beach with Muttley!
Garry Ashton
Used Vehicle Consultant
I enjoy building long term relationships with both private and business customers. Meeting people from other parts of the world is special and I enjoy doing every day. I will pay extra care and attention to finding you the best possible vehicle. I am proud to represent Toyota.
Danielle Chin
Service Manager
I joined the team at King Toyota Lower Hutt in October 2016 as a Service Advisor, I then progressed to a Workshop Controller and then Service Manager in 2019. I enjoy working with our fun, close knit team in Lower Hutt and watching our staff grow into their roles. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my children and planning my next home renovation.
Debbie Piercy
Service Advisor
I started with King Toyota Lower Hutt in August 2019. I enjoy working with all my colleagues and the Customer interaction I have. I like to talk and find out a bit about each customer and remember to continue the conversation when they return to collect their vehicle. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, gardening, and baking.
Sonya Campbell
Service Advisor
I started with King Toyota in November 2021 as a Service Advisor out here in Lower Hutt. I love that we have such a great team environment out here and everyone is so friendly and helpful. I am a mum, so I am always busy with kids sports and various other activities. In my spare time I enjoy catching up with friends and family and going to the gym.
Jake Forster
Workshop Controller
I begun my role here at King Toyota Upper Hutt as Service & Parts Advisor back in July 2020. Coming to work every day is enjoyable as we have an awesome team out here who all have a common goal – to look after our customers. In my spare time you will find me playing the drums or guitar and spending time with friends and family.
David Adair
Parts Manager
I began here at King Toyota Lower Hutt in May 2020 as Parts Manager, however, have been a part of the Toyota group since 2010. Working with a fun, diverse bunch of people and helping our customers with solutions to their vehicle needs are what I really enjoy about working here. I also get satisfaction from watching the young guns in my department grow. In my spare time, I love going to live gigs and music festivals, watching sport with friends, shooting hoops, surfing, and gaming.
Mitchell Nash
Parts Consultant
I started here at King Toyota in 2018 but have been working at Toyota since I left school in 2014. The problem-solving aspect that comes with each enquiry is what I really enjoy about my role as no two are ever the same. In my spare time I like to read, attempt to find “my” cat and occasionally paddle board at Oriental Bay.
Martin Nelson
Parts Advisor
I joined the Parts Team at King Toyota Lower Hutt in April 2021. My role here has been amazing as I get to see all sides of the automotive industry every day! Being from the Hutt myself, I love the location of King Toyota and being able to help businesses and customers from the area I've grown up in. Before beginning here, I was already a huge fan of Toyota – from the cars both past and present to the values this company holds. In my spare time I enjoy tinkering with my own vehicles in the driveway.
Mike Cartwright
Finance & Insurance Consultant
I started in January in 2012 as a New Vehicle Consultant and I am now the Business Manager looking after Finance, Insurance and Extra Care. I really enjoy the people I work with and that every day brings new challenges that keep me on my toes. There is a real family environment working at King Toyota. I am a keen golfer and a former PGA Golf Professional. I love following English Football and am part of the Wellington Darts Association.
Lisa Taylor
Finance & Insurance Consultant
I started with King Toyota in early October as a Business Manager looking after Finance, Insurance and Extra Care products. Learning all parts of this role has been a challenge, but one I’m embracing and immersing myself in. The team at King Toyota are a great bunch and no single day is ever the same. I love the atmosphere at King, and everyone strives to put a smile on our customers faces! In my free time you’ll find me at my sons’ sports or ferrying them around the Hutt Valley. Summer is my favourite time of year, getting into nature and out and about enjoying all the cool events going on in Wellington.
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.
