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 Sales Staff
 

Bryan Smith
General Manager
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S
Phone: 901.362-8833
Fax: 901.566.0235
bsmith@lexusofmemphis.com

Born and raised in Memphis, I grew up in and around the automotive business. Over the last 25 years, I have held virtually every position in the dealership. I am proud to be associated with Lexus and specifically Lexus of Memphis, where we have a staff dedicated to providing the best buying, servicing and ownership experience in the industry. I am married with two amazing sons. Outside of work and family, I enjoy Tennessee Football, Chicago Cubs Baseball, tennis, and distance running.

 
Charles Epps
Charles Epps
New Car Sales Manager
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S

phone: 901-271-5107
cepps@lexusofmemphis.com

I was born and raised in Memphis and graduated from The University of Memphis. My wife and I have been happily married for 24 years and we have one child.

My youthful fascination with cars has turned into genuine appreciation for the beauty and performance of quality automobiles. It has been a tremendous satisfaction for me to be alliliated with Lexus of Memphis from it's inception in 1990.  Stop by ; Let me introduce you to true Lexus quality and excellence.

 
Ron Goss
Ron Goss
New Car Sales Manager
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S

phone: 901-271-5108
rgoss@lexusofmemphis.com

I am a longtime veteran of the auto industry, and have enjoyed every minute of it. I am proud to be part of the Lexus brand. My strength is that I bring practice and practicality to the team at Lexus of Memphis!
 

Sean Kelley
Pre-Owned Sales Manager
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S

phone: 901-362-8833
skelley@lexusofmemphis.com
 I have spent the past 20 years in varying management capacities on the dealership level and have been personally involved in thousands of automobile transactions. This level of experience allows me to provide you with the best pre-owned vehicles available today at competitive prices. I have personally approved each pre-owned vehicle in our inventory that is offered for sale. My wife, Alicia and I have 2 sons ranging from a preschooler to a college student. In my spare time I enjoy playing tennis, cycling and collecting wine.
 
Jack Washington

Jack Washington
Pre Owned Sales Manager
8:30am - 7pm M-T & 8:30am to 6pm F-S


Phone: 901-271-5105
Fax: 901-367-6769
phone: 901-271-5105
jwashington@lexusofmemphis.com

I have a lot of experience in the automobile industry. After graduating from the University of Memphis, I was employed at the Ford Motor Company for 15 years, then was the owner/operator of Mid South Auto Care for 17 years. I have now been with Lexus of Memphis for over 10 years. I am married to my wife, Beth and we have three children, Leah, Mary and Jeremiah. I have also been a Reserve Police Officer for the Germantown Police Department for the last 15 years.

In my spare time, I like to go hunting, boating and fishing.

 
Tom Burgess
Tom Burgess
Internet Sales Manager
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S

phone: 901-271-5118
tburgess@lexusofmemphis.com

This year will be my 19th year in the business and have been fortunate to have been with Lexus of Memphis for the past 12 years. I have handled the Internet Sales aspect of the stores business since September 2006. My wife (Almedia) and I will celebrate our 26th year of marriage in October. I am an Ordained Elder and Associate Elder at Jubilee Church of God in Christ.
 
Ashley Schuyler


Ashley Schuyler
Sales and Leasing Facilitator


phone: 901-271-5124
aschuyler@lexusofmemphis.com


I have been with Lexus of Memphis for over 5 years.  Prior to joining the Lexus of Memphis team, I developed my customer service skills with over 10 years in the restaurant business.  I love helping people get into the car of their dreams.  I am a graduate of the University of Memphis and a life long Memphian.  In my free time I enjoy exercising and spending time with my two dogs.
 
Harold Fulgum
Harold Fulgum
Sales Consultant
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S 

phone: 901-271-5128
Fax: 901-367-6769
HFulghum@lexusofmemphis.com

Prior to joining the Lexus of Memphis family, I worked for Volvo for 5 years and before that was a co-owner of the Art Dept. Inc. here in Memphis. I am a lifelong Memphian with two sons, a former Scoutmaster with Boy Scout Troop 75 and a big Memphis Grizzlies fan.
 
Garry Johnson
Garry Johnson
Sales Consultant
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S
Phone: 901-271-5123
Cell: 901-830-6043
Fax: 901-367-3177
gjohnson@lexusofmemphis.com

I have been in the car business for 10 years with 6 of those years here at Lexus of Memphis. I also served in the United States Marine Corps for 21 years. I'm married and have two children ages 19 and 17.
 
Greta Wright
Greta Wright
Sales Consultant
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S
Phone: 901-271-5115
Fax: 901-367-3177
gwright@lexusofmemphis.com

I have been selling automobiles and building relationships with clients for well over 20 years. My husband is also in the business and is a general manager of two stores. We have four children. When I have free time, I enjoy gardening and reading. I love my job.
 
Gary Lazek
Gary Lazek
Sales Consultant
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S

phone: 901-271-5121
glazek@lexusofmemphis.com


 

John Shipp
Sales Consultant
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S

phone: 901-271-5127
jshipp@lexusofmemphis.com


 
Steve Gibson
Steve Gibson
Sales Consultant
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S

phone: 901-271-5117
sgibson@lexusofmemphis.com
 
Paul Martin
Paul Martin
Sales Consultant
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S

phone: 901-362-8833
pmartin@lexusofmemphis.com


 
Tim Bunton
Tim Bunton
Sales Consultant
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S

phone: 901-271-5116
tbunton@lexusofmemphis.com

Hello and thank you in advance…
I started with Lexus in 1997 in Fort Wayne, IN and have been able to continue in the great city of Memphis. I love spending time with my wife and our daughter. I also enjoy running and working out.
I look forward to meeting and assisting you with all of your automotive wants and needs.  Please call or send me an email message.
“Make It Great”

 
Warren Carps
Warren Carps
Sales Consultant
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S

phone: 901-271-5122
wcarps@lexusofmemphis.com


 
Freddie Epps

Freddie Epps
Sales Consultant
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S

Phone: 901-362-8833
Fax: 901-566-0235
fepps@lexusofmemphis.com

 
 Service Department
 
Gary York

Gary York
Service Director
8:30am - 6:00pm M-F


Phone: 901-271-5111
Fax: 901-566-0235
gyork@lexusofmemphis.com

I have been in the car business since 1981. Lexus has provided many positive experiences in my development in the automotive industry. I have been married for 19 years and am the father of two boys who are 11 and 9. I attend church at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church where my wife is the Principle of the middle school. We are very involved with our church and children's education and sports activities. The family pet is a 2 year old Ragdoll cat named "Lexa" , after a pearl white SC430 that my youngest son thinks she looks like. Don't ask why. I look forward each day to coming to work and interacting with our customers and employees.
 
Alicia Kelley
Alicia Kelley
Senior Service Coordinator
8:30am - 3:30pm M-F
Phone: 901-271-5146
Cell: 901-553-4684
Fax: 901-566-0235
akelley@lexusofmemphis.com

I have been a part of the Lexus of Memphis family for 8 years & in the automotive business for over 20 years. My husband, Sean and I have 2 children, a two year old and a 19 year old sophomore at The University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family & traveling whenever possible.

 
Mike McPherson

Mike McPherson
Service Consultant
7:00am - 6:00pm M-F


phone: 901-271-5151
mmcpherson@lexusofmemphis.com

 

Terry Cade
Service Consultant
7:00am - 6:00pm M-F

Phone: 901-271-5150
Fax: 901-271-5198
tcade@lexusofmemphis.com

I have been employed at Lexus of Memphis for five years. I have been married for 20 years and have one son who just turned 13. My hobbies include spending time with my son and supporting him at his football and baseball games. Both my wife and I are graduates of the University of Mississippi and in the fall we attend all the Ole Miss home football games.

Ask for me when you come in for service and I will show you what the Lexus Expierence is all about!

 
Michael Helbig

Michael Helbig
Service Consultant
7:00am - 6:00pm M-F


Phone: 901-271-5154
Fax: 901-281-5198
mhelbig@lexusofmemphis.com

I have been with Lexus of Memphis since 2005 and I take pleasure in being part of a great team. I am from the North Shore of Long Island, New York and I do miss long walks on the beach. I have lived in Memphis for four years and love the south. I am married to the most amazing woman and have two incredible sons. We are very active in our local Church and my wife and I enjoy cooking together.
 
Tim Savage


Tim Savage
Service Consultant
7:00am - 6:00pm M-F


phone: 901-362-8833
tsavage@lexusofmemphis.com

I have been a part of the Lexus team since May 2005.  I graduated from the University of Memphis in 1987 and have been in the car business since.  My hobbies are watching auto racing and all things related to University of Memphis athletics.  I’m a member of the Highland Hundred football booster club, but I’m always pulling for the Tigers whether in baseball, softball, football and of course BASKETBALL.  If you come in for service on a Friday of a football weekend and you don’t see me I’m probably already at the Liberty Bowl.  Stop by and let's talk about the TIGERS!
 
Nicole Ranks


Nicole Ranks
Service Coordinator
9:00am - 6:00pm M-F


phone: 901-271-5199
nranks@lexusofmemphis.com



I have been in the automotive business for almost 3 years now and love it. I recently married the man of my dreams . I have a wonderful son who is 5 years old and  2 stepdaughters who are 7 and 10.

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and being outdoors

 
Joey Guasco


Joey Guasco
Service Consultant
7:00am - 6:00pm M-F


phone: 901-271-5149
tjguasco@lexusofmemphis.com



 
Mark Greenwood


Mark Greenwood
Detail Department Manager
8:30am - 6:00pm M-F


phone: 901-271-5175
mgreenwood@lexusofmemphis.com



 
Mike Cocita


Mike Cocita
Lexus Certified Master Diagnostic Specialist
6:30am - 6:00pm M-F

phone: 901-271-5163
mcocita@lexusofmemphis.com

I was born and raised in Cleveland, OH, and I started working for Toyota in 1976. I moved with Toyota to Memphis in 1986 and in 1992 I joined the Lexus of Memphis family.  
When a customer brings their automobile to the shop, my goal is to provide them with not only the highest quality of service available but also to make them feel they are part of our family, too.
 With one son out of college and a First Lieutenent in the United States Army (and currently deployed in Iraq) and our two younger children in college at Mississippi State and University of Tampa, my wife and I are adapting to the empty nest and have enjoyed some recent traveling. 
 
Sharon Thornton

Sharon Thornton
Service Coordinator
7:00am - 6:00pm M-F


phone: 901-271-5199
sthornton@lexusofmemphis.com



Stefanie Smith Fisher

Stefanie Smith Fisher
Customer Service Coordinator
8:30am - 1:00pm M-F


Phone: 901-271-5152
Fax: 901-566-0235
sfisher@lexusofmemphis.com

 
 
 Parts Department
 
Tim Alldredge

Tim Alldredge
Parts Manager
8:00am - 6:00pm M-F

Phone: 901-405-3927
Toll Free: 877-876-9996
Fax: 901-405-0137
talldredge@lexusofmemphis.com

 

I have been with the Lexus organization since it's debut in 1990. I have extensive knowledge of the Lexus product and history. This helps me every day to give the customers the Lexus experience they deserve when they visit my department. I have been married for 18 years with 2 kids, a  My hobbies are hunting, fishing, watersports, and working in the yard.
 
Kirk Koehler
Kirk Koehler
Parts Specialist
7:15am to 6:00pm M-F
Phone: 901-405-3927
Toll Free: 877-876-9996
Fax: 901-405-0137
kkoehler@lexusofmemphis.com
I have been married for 16 years and have two children. I have been in the automobile business since 1986. I am a huge University of Memphis fan and season ticket holder. I am the son of a former Tiger point guard, so I never really had a chance. I coach my daughter's basketball team at our church and enjoy playing the guitar. I handle our wholesale customers and have made many lifelong friends over the years. I want to give our customers the very best service possible and gain their trust and friendship. I love to get out and meet customers face to face. Not only in Memphis but in many surrounding states.
 
Chris EllisChris Ellis
Parts Specialist
7:15am to 6:00pm M-F
Toll Free: 877-876-9996
Phone: 901-405-3927
Fax: 901-405-0137
cellis@lexusofmemphis.com
I moved to Memphis in 1994 from Birmingham, AL where I lived for 23 years. I started working for Dobbs Bros. Pontiac, Mazda, Lexus in May of 1994 and went with Lexus when it broke away in 1998. I have been married to Laura for 10 years and we have two children, Hailey and Wade. I love playing softball, watching college sports on tv and going to college football games, but the thing I look forward to each day is getting attacked by kids when I get home form work.
 

Jeff  Brown
Lexus Parts Specialist
7:15am to 6:00pm M-F

Phone: 901-271-5157
Toll Free: 877-876-9996
jbrown@lexusofmemphis.com


 

Billy Morris
Parts Specialist
7:15am to 6:00pm M-F

Phone: 901-405-3927
Fax: 901-405-0137
Toll Free: 877-876-9996
bmorris@lexusofmemphis.com


 
 Finance Department and Receptionists
 
Tom Gust
Tom Gust
Financial Services Manager
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S

phone: 901-271-5130
tgust@lexusofmemphis.com


 


Russell McClain
Financial Services Manager
8:30am - 7pm M-T & 8:30am to 6pm F-S


Phone: 901-271-5109
Fax: 901-367-3177
rmcclain@lexusofmemphis.com


I have over thirty years experience in the automotive business. Having been a financial services manager for many automotive brands, I can say that Lexus is without a doubt the best brand out there. When time permits I love to travel.
 
 Management
 
Stefan Smith
Stefan Smith
Owner & General Manager

phone: 901-362-8833
ssmith@lexusofmemphis.com

I started my career with Ford Motor Company in 1970 after getting out of the Marine Corps. I moved from wholesale to the retail car business in 1979 when I went to work for the Dobbs Bros., working at Dobbs Ford. I stayed in the Dobbs Organization over twenty years and was a partner with Dobbs Bros. Management when we opened as Dobbs Bros. Lexus in 1990. Then my partner and I purchased the dealership from Auto Nation in 1998 after Dobbs sold all their dealerships.
 
Jim Kaiser


Jim Kaiser
Owner


Phone 901-362-8833
jkaiser@lexusofmemphis.com

 
Larry Ridinger


Larry Ridinger
Business Manager


phone: 901-362-8833
lridinger@lexusofmemphis.com



 
  Bryan Smaith
Bryan Smith
General Manager
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S
Phone: 901.362.8833
Fax: 901.566.0235
bsmith@lexusofmemphis.com
I am a lifetime Memphian, and I feel like I am a lifetime Lexus employee. Growing up in the automotive business, I have held every position from washing cars and stocking parts to selling vehicles and now managing a department. I am married with two amazing sons, and they take up most of my free time. With that said, I am a big sports fan. I love college football, Chicago Cubs baseball, Wimbledon, and pickup basketball.
 
Ron Goss
Ron Goss
New Car Sales Manager
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S

phone: 901-271-5108
rgoss@lexusofmemphis.com

I am a longtime veteran of the auto industry, and have enjoyed every minute of it. I am proud to be part of the Lexus brand. My strength is that I bring practice and practicality to the team at Lexus of Memphis!
 
Charles Epps
Charles Epps
New Car Sales Manager
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S

phone: 901-271-5107
cepps@lexusofmemphis.com

I was born and raised in Memphis and graduated from The University of Memphis.My wife and I have been happily married for 24 years and we have one child.

My youthful fascination with cars has turned into genuine appreciation for the beauty and performance of quality automobiles.  It has been a tremendous satisfaction for me to be alliliated with Lexus of Memphis from it's inception in 1990.  Stop by ; Let me introduce you to true Lexus quality and excellence.

 

Sean Kelley
Pre-Owned Sales Manager
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S

phone: 901-362-8833
skelley@lexusofmemphis.com
 I have spent the past 20 years in varying management capacities on the dealership level and have been personally involved in thousands of automobile transactions. This level of experience allows me to provide you with the best pre-owned vehicles available today at competitive prices. I have personally approved each pre-owned vehicle in our inventory that is offered for sale. My wife, Alicia and I have 2 sons ranging from a preschooler to a college student. In my spare time I enjoy playing tennis, cycling and collecting wine.
 
 Russell McClain
Russell McClain
Financial Services Manager
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S
Phone: 901-271-5109
Fax: 901-367-3177
rmcclain@lexusofmemphis.com

I have over thirty years experience in the automotive business. Having been a financial services manager for many automotive brands, I can say that Lexus is without a doubt the best brand out there. When time permits I love to travel.
 
Jack WashingtonJack Washington
Pre-Owned Sales Manager
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S 
Phone: 901-271-5105
Fax: 901-367-6769
phone: 901-271-5105
jwashington@lexusofmemphis.com
I have a lot of experience in the automobile industry. After graduating from the University of Memphis, I was employed at the Ford Motor Company for 15 years, then was the owner/operator of Mid South Auto Care for 17 years. I have now been with Lexus of Memphis for over 10 years. I am married to my wife, Beth and we have three children, Leah, Mary and Jeremiah. I have also been a Reserve Police Officer for the Germantown Police Department for the last 15 years. In my spare time, I like to go hunting, boating and fishing.
 
Tim AlldredgeTim Alldredge
Parts Manager
8am - 6pm M-F
Phone: 901-405-3927
Toll Free: 877-876-9996
Fax: 901-405-0137
talldredge@lexusofmemphis.com

 

I have been with the Lexus organization since it's debut in 1990. I have extensive knowledge of the Lexus product and history. This helps me every day to give the customers the Lexus experience they deserve when they visit my department. I have been married for 16 years with 2 kids, a son who is 13, and a daughter who is 8. My hobbies are hunting, fishing, watersports, and working in the yard.
 
Gary York

Gary York
Service Director
8:30am - 6pm M-F


Phone: 901-271-5111
Fax: 901-566-0235
gyork@lexusofmemphis.com

I have been in the car business since 1981. Lexus has provided many positive experiences in my development in the automotive industry. I have been married for 20 years and am the father of two boys  We are very involved with our church and children's education and sports activities. The family pet is a 2 year old Ragdoll cat named "Lexa" , after a pearl white SC430 that my youngest son thinks she looks like. Don't ask why. I look forward each day to coming to work and interacting with our customers and employees.
 
Leonard Temple
Leonard Temple
Director of IT Services

Hours: 7am to 4pm
Phone: 901-271-5135
Fax- 901-566-0235
ltemple@lexusofmemphis.com
I have been happily married to my best friend since April of 1981. Together we have raised two outstanding daughters. I have been in the computer business since the early 80's and have been an automotive enthusiast since birth. So to be the Technologies Manager for Lexus of Memphis is a dream come true for me. When we have some off time my bride and I enjoy riding our motorcycles and traveling around this great country of ours - She likes the shopping and I like the travel.

 

 
Tom Gust
Tom Gust
Financial Services Manager
8:30am - 7:00 pm M-TH
8:30am - 6:00pm F-S

phone: 901-271-5130
tgust@lexusofmemphis.com


 
 Office
 
Larry Ridinger


Larry Ridinger
Business Manager


phone: 901-362-8833
lridinger@lexusofmemphis.com



 
Charity Arnold
Charity Arnold
Office Manager
Hours: 8am to 5pm Monday - Friday
Phone: 901-271-5131
Fax: 901-566-0235
carnold@lexusofmemphis.com
A long time employee, I have been with Lexus of Memphis since it opened in 1990. I am involved in Carnival Memphis, an organization that helps raise money for children's charities in the Memphis area. I am also a  supporter of the National Down Syndrome Society since my nephew was born with the disease in 2006. I am a huge animal lover and have two dogs, a Jack Russell Terrier and a Scottie.
 
Sheree Richmond
Sheree Richmond
Title Clerk
Hours: 8am to 5pm Monday - Friday
Phone: 901-271-5132
Fax: 901-566-0235
srichmond@lexusofmemphis.com

I have been in the car business a little over 9 years. I have been married for 19 years, and we have 2 children and a little dog named Jordan. They are my world. I love listening to gospel music while I work.
 
Carole Massey


Carole Massey
Data Entry Administrator


phone: 901-271-5133
cmassey@lexusofmemphis.com



 
Misti Crawford


Misti Crawford
Warranty Administrator
Accounts Payable Clerk


phone: 901-362-8833
mcrawford@lexusofmemphis.com


I have been in the automotive industry since 1991 and with Lexus of Memphis for around 7 years. I have been married for 15 years and my husband has been in the automotive business for 25 years. I am fortunate enough to have a healthy son who is my world.  
 
Ursula Flippin


Ursula Flippin
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Office Cashier


phone: 901-271-5136
uflippin@lexusofmemphis.com



 
 


Kara Ferguson
Document Imaging Specialist


phone: 901-362-8833

I am a lifelong Memphian, and a student at The University of Memphis. In my free time I enjoy watching movies with my husband, and reading anything I can get my hands on. I participate annually in National Novel Writing Month as a writer and Municipal Liaison, and am a published writer of poetry and short fiction.
 
 
 Laura Wilson


Sharon Woodard
Business Office Clerk


phone: 901-362-8833
swoodard@lexusofmemphis.com



 
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