We are excited to introduce 802 Toyota’s new General Manager, Steve Kelson!!
We got to chat with Steve & wanted to share a short Q&A with our customers so they can get to know him as well. Keep reading for more about Steve!
Q. Tell us about your experience in the automotive business.
A. I started 1996 as a lot porter and over the years have been promoted to several positions on the sales side.
Q. Tell us about your dog.
A. We have a four-year-old chocolate lab named Louie! Louie will be coming with me a few days a week to help sell some cars. We consider him a part-time employee.
Louie – 802 Toyota’s cutest part-time team member!
Q. Tell us about your family.
A. I married my beautiful wife September 2, 2017, and we are expecting our first child March 21st.
A. I married my beautiful wife September 2, 2017, and we are expecting our first child March 21st.
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- Steve Kelson & his wife, Brit Kelson
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- Steve Kelson & Brit Kelson with their dog Louie
Q. Have you lived anywhere besides Vermont? If so, where?
A. I moved to Stamford, Connecticut, for a couple of years back in 2000-2002 and really missed Vermont!
A. I moved to Stamford, Connecticut, for a couple of years back in 2000-2002 and really missed Vermont!
Q. What do you enjoy doing outside of work?
A. I enjoy spending time with my wife and friends, either getting to the mountain for a powder day or enjoying some lake time on the boat in summer.
A. I enjoy spending time with my wife and friends, either getting to the mountain for a powder day or enjoying some lake time on the boat in summer.
Q. What is one thing that you are bringing to the dealerships?
A. I bring 23 years of experience and treat everyone how I would want to be treated. I LOVE the car business and bring a positive attitude every day.
A. I bring 23 years of experience and treat everyone how I would want to be treated. I LOVE the car business and bring a positive attitude every day.
Q. What advice would you give an owner of a new vehicle?
A. Take the time to find the perfect car. Ask lots of questions that’s what we are here for, and do some research online to help find your next car.
A. Take the time to find the perfect car. Ask lots of questions that’s what we are here for, and do some research online to help find your next car.
If you want to reach out to Steve to speak with him about anything related to 802 Toyota, feel free to contact him by calling (802) 224-7206 or email him at skelson@802cars.com!