Meet Our Friendly Staff
Executive Team
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Bill Dickason
Bill Dickason`s group of family owned dealerships expanded from a single point in 2001 into five stores throughout Texas. Winning the President`s club for 9 consecutive years is a testament to our entire team`s stellar customer service. Southwest Kia is proud of its standing in the community and support of local and national charities across the decade. We feel that the environment we have created is not only great for our customers but our employees as well, maintaining a level of employee retention far surpassing national standards within the auto industry. From Kia certified sales professionals to Kia certified service personnel the customer is always #1. Our mission is your complete satisfaction. But most importantly; "If we can`t beat a new KIA deal in Texas, we`re just gonna give it to ya!"
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Erica Sutherland
Recruiting Director - e.sutherland@southwestkia.com
Erica is from Victoria, Texas but grew up in the Houston area. She attended Texas Tech University and received her BFA in Studio Art from the University of Texas in Arlington. Erica's first job in the auto industry was working for Southwest Kia and since then she has been fortunate to have opportunities in sales, finance, and management. She is actively involved in philanthropy with the Dallas art community and has a background in education. Her number one priority is her daughter, but her biggest weakness is her addiction to board games. Erica continues to paint, but her creativity has found outlets in helping to find new ways to further community involvement from the bounds of the auto industry.
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James Seale
General Manager - j.seale@southwestkia.com
James Seale is from Joshua, Texas. He has been part of Southwest Dealer Group for over five years and has over two decades of experience selling and servicing automobiles. In his four years of marriage James has been blessed with four wonderful kids. James loves the outdoors and is currently learning to water ski. Most of all, he enjoys being a dad! Southwest Kia Mesquite would love the opportunity to assist you with your next automotive need and we look forward to welcoming you!
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Robert Curry
Sales Manager - r.curry@southwestkia.com
Robert is from Grand Prairie, Texas. Hunting and fishing are some of his favorite pastimes. Robert has been with our company for eight years and has over fifteen years of experience in the auto industry. Always the philanthropist and animal lover, he donates what he doesn't lose at Choctaw Casino to the SPCA.
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Kelsy Allen
Assistant Sales Manager - k.allen@southwestkia.com
Kelsy was born and raised in Carrollton, Texas. He enjoys fishing, racquetball, and game night with his family. Music is an integral part of Kelsy's life as well; among his many talents he is happiest behind the set of drums at his church.
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Ju Ju
Meet Ju Ju, who rules Southwest Kia with an iron fist. Nothing less than perfection is acceptable to this tiny bundle of fury. You won't like him when he's angry! Only the finest cuts of steak are acceptable to this furry little beast.
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Finance
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Brandon Morris
Finance Director
Brandon is from Rockwall, Texas and in his free time enjoys his family, Dallas sports, and a good game of golf. Brandon obtained his BBA and MBA in finance from MSU.
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Alvin Davis
Finance Manager
Alvin is from Dallas, Texas and has over ten years of experience in the auto industry. Alvin is active in his church and enjoys spending his free time reading or with his family. He recently celebrated a year with Southwest Dealer Group!
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Tim Free
Finance Manager
Tim is from Port Arthur, Texas. Put this man in a golf cart with a good caddy and he's ready to rock and roll!
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Product Specialists
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Ivan Navarette
Ivan was born and raised in Dallas. He is a former Skyline Raider and enjoys football and basketball! What Dallas Native wouldn't after the Mavs took it all in 2011? Ivan also prides himself in his boyish good looks, don't get between him and a mirror!
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Lynell Richardson
Lynell is from Mesquite, Texas. Lynell is new to the Southwest Kia family and is known for her excellent customer service. She is not only a rookie salesperson but a former barrel racer and new grandmother as well! Helping to support her daughter's new family is her biggest fulfillment and accomplishment.
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Don Smith
Don Smith is from Tennessee Colony and enjoys boating. Don has always had a great appreciation for water sports . If only Kia made boats....
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Kevin Cole
Kevin is from Memphis, Tennessee. No stranger to large crowds, Kevin enjoys the art of public speaking and has always been the center of attention. Not a surprise given Kevin's upbringing in Memphis.
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Chip Rooney
Chip is from Los Gatos, California. Originally from the west coast, he is now a proud resident of Dallas! In his free time Chip enjoys culinary arts and loves bowling.
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Christopher Meregini
Christopher enjoys travel, however nothing compares to his hometown of Dallas, Texas. Throw in a competitive game of tennis or something as simple as a good book and you have an ideal Sunday afternoon!
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Ramon Maldonado
Ramon is from Mesquite, and is an avid Dallas sports fan. Whether it's playing a game of football or watching the Rangers, Stars, or Mavs, Ramon finds his favorite pastime underneath a scoreboard.
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Harold Bennett
Harold manages Southwest Kia Mesquite's fleet sales and is from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Sports and reading are among his favorite pastimes.
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Victor Juaregui
Victor is from Coppell, Texas. When he is not busy with internet sales at Southwest Kia he spends his free time catching up on international sports. Soccer and football are two of his favorite games.
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David A. Jones
David is transplanted all the way from Chicago Illinois. He is best known for his aptitude for problem solving, but his physical talents include martial arts and tennis. David is a small business owner who prides himself in understanding that every customer deserves a true professional!
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Juan Cashat
Juan came to Dallas, Texas all the way from Mexico. Since his arrival in Dallas he has found a love for racing, Martial Arts, and football. Go Cowboys!
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Mike Stanton
Mike Stanton was born in raised in Chicago, Illinois. He began working in the auto industry eight years ago at Southwest Kia and has been with the company ever since. The most important thing to Mike is his family, and he's very actively involved in his church.
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Jerry Tonnubbee
Jerry is from Dallas, Texas and has been working for Southwest Kia for over five years. His automotive background is lengthy, and he is known for his top notch customer service and smile. Jerry's favorite thing about Texas is without a doubt the people. Jerry is a huge sports fan, and loves spending as much time as possible with his family.
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Parts and Service
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John Sheek
John is a former Houstonian that has reformed his ways and now calls Dallas home! He's been in the parts and service industry for over 15 years and enjoys 'cars and fishin'.' A true Texan!
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Noe Arizmendi
Noe is from Mexico City and has been in Texas for fifteen years. Four of those years have been spent working for Southwest Kia. Noe loves his work, but his first priority is his family-- he has two children and the newest addition, his grandson!
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