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Staff

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  • Dave Bennion
    General Manager

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    (801) 257-3000

    Getting ready to celebrate his 30th anniversary with Ken Garff Mercedes-Benz, Dave

    originally started here in 1980, and now oversees all operations of the dealership. He loves  

    Utah, and was born and raised in this area.  Dave has achieved his Master Certification

    through Mercedes-Benz and knows the MB product inside and out with so many years of experience.  When he's not in the office, he enjoys sporting events, relaxing outdoors, and

    spending time with his family.   

       

     

  • Dave Franchow
    Pre-Owned Sales Manager

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    (801) 257-3004

    Dave is our Pre-Owned Vehicle Manager, and an 11 year veteran of the dealership.  He oversees our pre-owned vehicle inventory, appraises vehicle trade-in's and also handles all areas of the vehicle lease return process.  Dave is Master Certified through Mercedes-Benz, and in addition to working with the Mercedes-Benz brand, he is also familiar with many other luxury manufacturers' makes and models.  He enjoys spending as much time as he can with his family, his dogs, and getting away to his condo.

  • Bob O'Donnell
    Service Manager

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    (801) 257-3036

    Bob has been with the Mercedes star since 1981.  Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, Bob relocated with wife and children to New Jersey for the opportunity to join Mercedes-Benz USA Corporate. After five years with the corporate office and two relocations, Bob and his family decided to make Utah their home, joining the Ken Garff team in 2006.  Bob enjoys skiing, snowshoeing, hiking and mountain biking.


  • Mike Fifield
    Master Certified Sales Consultant

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    (801) 257-3017

    Mike has a wealth of experience in the auto industry, serving in several different capacities. He entered the business in 1989, and has moved up from Sales Consultant, to Finance Manager, to Sales Manager.  His experience proves a great benefit for his current position as it often requires him to act in these areas.  He joined the Garff group in 1992, and has settled in as a Master Certified Sales Consultant with Ken Garff Mercedes-Benz since June of 2003.  Mike is very active in the community, as well as volunteering his time to charitable organizations.  He also loves to travel, and if he's out of the office, he's probably touring the world.


  • Kim Johnson
    Certified Sales Consultant
    Kim Johnson
    (801) 257-3003

    Kim has been in the car industry since 1990, where she started as a warranty clerk and cashier at Acura Utah, and later worked her way up to Finance Manager. In 1998 she moved to Ken Garff Jaguar and Saab working in both sales and finance, and in 2007 moved across the parking lot to Ken Garff Mercedes-Benz.  Kim truly enjoys her job and finds it very rewarding to assist people in fulfilling their dreams as they drive away in the vehicle they have worked so hard to get. 


    With its notoriety and rich heritage, Mercedes-Benz is a name brand Kim is proud to represent, and with the star on the hood, people know they have one of the finest automobiles in the world.


  • Mark Raleigh
    Master Certified Sales Consultant

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    (801) 257-3016

    Mark joined the Ken Garff Automotive Group in March of 1986, and loves selling the Mercedes-Benz product.  As a Master Certified Sales Consultant, and one who has many years of experience, he is here to assist in any way he can.  He loves the Salt Lake City area and holds fond memories of his experiences here.  After attending East High School, Mark moved on to play football at Westminster College, which he enjoyed very much, and loves to reminisce about.  He is very optimistic and outgoing, and plays golf as much as he can.  You will often hear Mark say "Thank You Kindly", and his motto in life is "It's All Good!" 

     

    Mark married Laurie, a Risk Manager at Primary Children's Hospital in 1992, and has two children.  Jordan, is currently serving our Country as a Staff Sergeant, Special Forces Sniper in the Military, and Brandon is getting ready to graduate from Westminster College.

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  • Jim Stoddard
    Master Certified Sales Consultant

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    (801) 257-3012

    Jim has been in the business for almost 40 years!  He began his career in the car industry in 1971, and started selling the Mercedes-Benz Star in 1983.  He is also Master Certified by Mercedes-Benz and knows a lot of history on our product.  Jim loves to play the drums and listen to music, relax with his grandchildren as well as spend time outdoors.   

  • Larry Taylor
    Master Certified Sales Consultant
    Larry Taylor
    (801) 257-3013

    Larry has been with Ken Garff since 1993, and is a Master Certified Mercedes-Benz Sales Consultant and Finance Manager that can handle all your needs from beginning to end-whether you lease, finance, or pay cash for your vehicle.

     

    He has a large and loyal client base because he truly goes the extra mile to take care of their needs.  He can always be reached on his cell phone at (801) 573-0299.


  • Jenny Whelan
    Master Certified Sales Consultant
    Jenny Whelan
    (801) 257-3007

    Jenny is our Internet Sales Associate, and has been employed with Ken Garff Imports for eight years.  She is Master Certified through Mercedes-Benz, and like the rest of our Sales Consultants, works the sales transaction from start to finish.  Jenny spends most of her time sending emails or planning the next office party, which are quite professionally done. 

    Jenny enjoys her time away from the office with her husband and 3 children ranging from 18 months to 6 years?.so if you call after hours you will probably hear a little chaos in the background.  Jenny has a low pressure sales approach and would love to help you with your next vehicle. 


  • Steve Zitting
    Master Certified Sales Consultant

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    (801) 257-3011

    Steve is the longest tenured Sales Consultant with Ken Garff Mercedes-Benz, having been at the dealership since 1988.  His experience is a great asset to our organization.  He is Master Certified through Mercedes-Benz, and having toured, and trained at the Mercedes-Benz factory in Germany, Steve has an extensive knowledge of the Mercedes-Benz line-up, as well as its history.  Steve has many hobbies that keep him busy outside of work, which include the outdoors, restoration projects, and remodeling.