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Lynchburg Staff

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  • Stephen Plunkett
    General Manager
    Stephen Plunkett
    434-528-3202

    Thank you for visiting our online showroom!  My goal is to ensure that every customer of Berglund Toyota is completely satisfied with their experience.  I would like to extend to all of our customers an open door to conversation.  Please feel free to e-mail, or call me if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. 

    Kind Regards,

    Stephen Plunkett
    General Manager
    Berglund Oakridge Toyota 

                 

  • Joel Sodikoff
    General Sales Manager / Used car Manager
    Joel Sodikoff
    434-528-3202

    Originally from Lynchburg, Virginia, Joel Sodikoff is the Sales Manager, Used Car Manager, and Leasing Manager at Berglund Oak Ridge Toyota. During his 19 years in the car business, he has worked in Sales, Sales Management, Service Department, Parts Department, and the Body Shop. His door is always open, and he continues to sell vehicles to his previous customers and their families, many of whom have been returning customers for over 17 years.

    Feel free to come by, say hi, and kick a tire or two today!

  • Tammie Griffin
    New Car Sales Manager, Toyota Master Certified
    Tammie Griffin
    434-528-3202, ex. 5230

    Equine enthusiast and all around truck guru! Tammie has earned top honors with Toyota as our Truck Champion, CAT Top Trainer contest winner multiple times, and is a Master Certified Sales Manager. Naturally, she enjoys working with customers, but also enjoys horses, fishing, and family.

  • Victor Aldridge
    Finance Manager
    Victor Aldridge
    (434) 528-3202

  • Gwen Erbe
    Finance Manager
    Gwen Erbe
    434-528-3202

  • Chelsea Philips
    Internet Sales Consultant
    Chelsea Philips
    434-528-3202

    Originally from Louisiana, Chelsea has been with Berglund Toyota for two years and specializes in New and Pre-Owned Internet Sales. After growing up in a small town with a huge family, Chelsea graduated from Riverbend High School in 2008 and has lived in Virginia for close to 10 years. When she is not helping customers, Chelsea enjoys spending time with her family and friends, being outdoors, and cheering for her favorite football team, the Washington Redskins. Customer Service is Chelsea's number one priority and, as a hard-worker, is dedicated to providing you with the best possible service.

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  • Christian Kresge
    Internet Sales Consultant
    Christian Kresge
    703-953-6913

    Christian graduated from Cumberland High School in 2006, enjoys the outdoors, the company of friends, and strives for excellence in everything he does. He has been happily married to his lovely wife of 2 years, Michelle.

  • Michael Wymer
    Internet Sales Consultant
    Michael Wymer
    434-528-3202

    Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, Mike has been employed at Berglund Toyota since May, 2008.  He came to us after working in the Internet Department at Apple Ford for 2 years and specializes in working with customers who inquire about our used cars on the Internet.

    He has been married to his wife, Sally, for 35 years. Currently, they have 6 children and 8 grandchildren.  

    In his off time, he likes to fish, read, spend time with his family, and especially likes to cook out with his family.

    My offer to my customers is to provide a no hassle / yet informative vehicle buying experience. I follow up with my customers after the sale to ensure they receive good value and good service from the vehicle they have purchased.



  • John Pollard
    Sales and Leasing Consultant
    John Pollard
    434-528-3202

  • John Fano
    Sales and Leasing Associate
    John Fano
    434-528-3202

    With over 10 years of experience in Automotive Sales, 3 of which have been spent at Berglund Toyota, John consistently maintains an A+ rating in Customer Satisfaction Surveys offered through Toyota. 

    Originally from Lima, Peru, John is fluent in both English and Spanish and currently lives in Appomattox. He is conservative and very family oriented. 

    As our Sales and Leasing Consultant John is very reliable, responsive, empathetic, and knowledgeable. You can count on John to make your next car buying experience enjoyable. 

  • Mike Winstead
    Toyota & Scion Sales and Leasing Consultant
    Mike Winstead
    434-528-3202

    A graduate of Holy Cross Regional, CVCC, and Lynchburg College '98, Mike is the Senior Sales Representative here at Berglund Toyota and has been a part of our family since 2001.

    In his spare time, Mike enjoys coaching a mens softball team, playing softball, weight-lifting, playing golf, reading, and playing on facebook. He is also a huge baseball fan and has two wonderful daughters, Anna and McKenzie.

  • Stan Shields
    New & Used Car Sales
    Stan Shields
    434-528-3202

    Stan Shields works doing New & Used Sales and Leasing here at Berglund Oak Ridge Toyota. Originally from Hurt, Virginia, his father was in the car business for 50 years, which spurred him to follow in his father's footsteps. He has been in the car business for the past 37 years, 8 of which were with Berglund.

    In his spare time, he attends Thomas Road Baptist Church; loves camping with his children and 4 grandsons; is an avid duck, goose, and bird hunter; and enjoys riding horses, which he's done all his life.

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  • Crystal Patton
    Sales Professional
    Crystal Patton
    (434) 528-3202

    As a native of Lynchburg, Crystal is one of our many Sales/Leasing Consultants at Berglund Toyota. When not at the office, Crystal loves to take part in many outdoor activities, travel, and spend time with family and friends including her beautiful son.

     If you are looking for a new vehicle, email, call or stop by the dealership. I look forward to getting to know you and assisting you in finding the perfect vehicle for you and your lifestyle.

  • Erasmus "E" Obeng-Mensah
    Sales Professional
    Erasmus
    (434) 528-3202

    Erasmus Obeng-Mensah is a salesman here at Berglund Oak Ridge Toyota. Originally from Ghana, he goes by both "Kobe" and just "E".

    A very easy-going person, he comes from a mix of cultures since he grew up in a different country, which makes him unique when it comes to customer service. He understands and respects everyone's lifestyles, making it easy for him to deal with all different types of people in the best way possible. Customer satisfaction is his major priority as a sales professional, so feel free to talk to him about any questions or concerns you may have concerning buying or leasing a new or pre-owned vehicle and he will help you the best he knows how.

  • Tony Weaver
    Internet Director, Berglund Farrell Automotive Group
    Tony Weaver
    C: 434-660-7672

    Originally from Sacramento, California, Tony moved to Lynchburg, Virginia, in January of 2006 and has been employed by Berglund Automotive Group ever since. 

     

    He has been in the automotive sales business since 2001 and has held many different titles throughout his career. 

     

    Prior to the automotive business, Tony was an Account Manager for an advertising agency in Modesto, California.  He is also a former Marine and a Desert Storm veteran.

  • Franklin Taylor
    Special Finance & Sales and Leasing Consultant
    Franklin Taylor
    434-610 2271

    Franklin wishes to thank all his customers for their business over the past 39 years here at Berglund Oak Ridge Toyota.

     

    Though he has retired after 39 years with the dealership, he is still available by appointment. Just e-mail or call him on his cell phone, and he will set up an appointment with you.

  • Richard McCarthy
    Parts and After Market Specialist
    Richard McCarthy
    434-528-3202

    Dick specializes in accessorizing your Toyota or Scion. He is also the man to call about getting that hard-to-get part as well.

  • Rhonda Williams
    Service Advisor
    Rhonda Williams
    434-528-3202

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  • Melissa Fitzgerald
    Parts Specialists
    Melissa Fitzgerald
    434-528-3202

  • LaVon "Vonnie" Smith
    Receptionist

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    (434) 239-2292

    At 70 years old, LaVon has been the receptionist for Berglund Toyota for 3 years and currently resides in Colver, Pennsylvania. With three grown children, ages 48, 46, and 40, LaVon also has one 21 year old child in college. She enjoys knitting, reading, and is also the mother to three cats, three dogs and one fish.

  • Joseph Higgerson
    Sales Representative

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    (434) 808-4130

    Originally from Dagget/Barstow California, Joseph now resides in Buckingham Virginia and is one of our newest members to the Berglund Toyota family. In his 22 years, he has obtained a year of welding and mechanical experience, and was in the business of racing for three years. Joseph is very charismatic and focuses on safety and reliability. As a salesman, his goal is to help you get the best deal possible.