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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.
Sanjay Govind
Vehicle Manager
I began here at Rutherford & Bond Toyota back in May 2019 and am now Sales Manager of our Porirua branch. I really enjoy that my role allows me to work so closely with others in the community that I grew up in. In my spare time you will find me spending time with my family.
Dan Zhang
Vehicle Consultant
I joined Rutherford & Bond Toyota Porirua back in 2017 as a Vehicle Consultant. The most enjoyable part of my role is being able to help customers find the perfect car for them and their lifestyle. In my spare time you will find me relaxing at home with my family, going for a horse ride or doing archery. I also really enjoy reading and writing.
Ezequiel Strasberg
Vehicle Consultant
I have been with the Rutherford & Bond Toyota family since 2016 after moving to Wellington from Hanmer Springs and Argentina. I am proud to be a Vehicle Consultant for R&B Porirua. If you can’t find me at our branch, you will catch me walking my dog or upgrading my Smart Home Automations and Home Cinema. My personal goal here is to make sure every customer feels as though they are our most important guest. I will strive to ensure your time with us exceeds your expectations and to make sure I am your favourite person to talk to about anything and everything Toyota!
Ryan Jones
Parts & Service Manager
I started in June 2011 at King Toyota and then made my way out to Rutherford & Bond Toyota Porirua back in 2016 where I am now the Parts & Service Manager. My team and I always work hard to make repairing and maintaining your vehicle easy. We have a great team and client base here and we are fortunate to deal with a great brand in an awesome industry. In my spare time I love getting outdoors as well as spending time with family and friends.
Daphne Chin
Workshop Controller & Service Team Leader
I began my career with Rutherford & Bond Toyota Wellington back and 2017 and have since made my way out to our Porirua branch where I am Service Advisor/ Workshop Controller. I enjoy the freshness and respect that Rutherford & Bond Toyota has acquired over the years. I also love the wonderful people that I get to work with daily and that we are given great support here to flourish within our roles. In my spare time I enjoy baking, walking, and spending time with my grandchildren. Family time is important to me, and I enjoy every minute of it.
Gavin Jackson
Service Advisor
I joined the Rutherford & Bond Toyota team in September 2021 as a Service Advisor. Coming from the Tourism Industry, I am currently enjoying the same variable and fast paced environment that a Toyota dealership provides. We have an inclusive team who all have a great outlook. My spare time is filled with fun, family and way too much good food. We are a big BBQ family and love anything with a smokey aroma.
Ryan Jones
Parts & Service Manager
I started in June 2011 at King Toyota and then made my way out to Rutherford & Bond Toyota Porirua back in 2016 where I am now the Parts & Service Manager. My team and I always work hard to make repairing and maintaining your vehicle easy. We have a great team and client base here and we are fortunate to deal with a great brand in an awesome industry. In my spare time I love getting outdoors as well as spending time with family and friends.
Wes Mounter
Parts Consultant
I have been a part of the Rutherford & Bond Toyota team for many years now. I first began as Porirua Parts Manager back in 2005 and I then took some time off to be a stay-at-home parent. I was welcomed back into the R&B family in a part time role at the Wellington branch in 2016. Things have almost gone full circle and I find myself back at Rutherford & Bond Toyota Porirua where I am a Parts Consultant. I enjoy getting to work with a great bunch of people, we have awesome banter and a strong team ethic. Knowing that I have the backing of work colleagues, along with Toyota NZ is awesome. When I am not helping with kid’s sport – whether that’s cricket or hockey, I enjoy the occasional round of golf or jamming on the guitar.
Troy Newman
Parts Consultant
I began my role here as Parts Advisor in 2021, which I really enjoy. Being a part of the tight knit team here makes coming to work each day enjoyable. In my spare time I enjoy digital sculpting and 3D printing.
Kerri Grundy
Finance & Insurance Consultant
I have been with Rutherford & Bond Toyota since January 2011 after moving here from the UK where I worked in the automotive industry since 1993. I look after the Purchase & Finance agreements for customers who are buying new and used vehicles from our Porirua branch. I enjoy meeting lots of new people in my role and especially seeing our returning customers who have purchased cars from us previously and having a good catch up with them. In my spare time I enjoy relaxing at home watching Netflix, walking our two Labradors, and seeing more of New Zealand.
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.
