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David Gaudino
Sales Manager
Phone:Ext. 330
Email:DavidG@ScottKiaSpringfield.com
Where were you born and raised?
I was born and raised in Delco.
Do you have a favorite Kia model?
I think the new Sportage is awesome.
How long have you been with Scott Auto Group?
I joined the team as a Sales Manager in 2022.
What is your secret superpower?
Knowing famous movie quotes.
What are your favorite hobbies or interests outside of work?
Traveling. I love the West Coast and Florida.
What is your favorite quote about work or life?
"If you don’t go after it, you won't have it.”
What is leadership in your own words?
A leader leads by example, not by force.
Have you had a mentor or coach influence your leadership style? If yes, how so?
My wrestling coach, along with my own motivation.
Who are your biggest inspirations?
My father and my brother.
How do you define success?
Success is reaching your goals.
What are the qualities of a winning team?
All are rowing in the same direction.
What is your favorite word?
Positive.
What makes Scott Auto Group the right place for you?
The family atmosphere!
Ed Dondici
Sales Manager
Phone:Ext. 217
Email:EdD@ScottKiaSpringfield.com
Where were you born and raised?
I was born in Philadelphia, and raised in Delco.
Do you have a favorite Kia model?
I love the Telluride SXP.
How long have you been with Scott Auto Group?
I joined the team in 2016.
How would you describe your personal brand?
I’ve been around cars my whole life. I watched the Kia brand grow tremendously so I was very happy when I joined the team in 2016. I've worked with other brands in the past, and Kia exceeds all expectations.
What is your secret superpower?
I am an avid fisherman and hunter.
What are your favorite hobbies or interests outside of work?
I enjoy the outdoors, sporting events, social clubs and cigar lounges.
What is your favorite quote about work or life?
"Hustlers don't sleep; we take power naps.”
What is leadership in your own words?
Leadership is being a mentor to your peers. It gives you the power to control your own destiny by giving and receiving respect from others.
How do you define success?
Slow success builds character. Fast success builds ego.
What are the qualities of a winning team?
To get a game plan, stick to it, and beat the competition.
What is your favorite word?
Spot.
What makes Scott Auto Group the right place for you?
It’s a great organization to work for. We have a great team, and it’s a good fit for me.
Chris Glakas
Equity Specialist
Phone:Ext. 253
Email:ChrisG@ScottKiaSpringfield.com
Where were you born and raised?
I was born and raised in Maryland, near Washington D.C.
Do you have a favorite Kia model?
The Kia Sorento!
How long have you been with Scott Auto Group?
I joined the team in October 2022.
How would you describe your personal brand?
I aim to make the car-buying process as easy and stress-free as possible. It's the second biggest purchase most clients will make, next to buying a house, so transparency is important to me. My career in sales allows me to meet new people everyday from all walks of life. It's rewarding to know that I'm able to help my clients find the perfect vehicle for their family.
What is your secret superpower?
I’ve seen every episode of Seinfeld a thousand times!
What are your favorite hobbies or interests outside of work?
Baking, gardening, carpentry, fitness, comic books, and movies!
Carolyn Campbell
Kia Product Specialist
Phone:Ext. 246
Email:CarolynC@ScottKiaSpringfield.com
Where were you born and raised?
I was born in Bryn Mawr, and raised in Jamaica.
Do you have a favorite Kia model?
I might be biased because I own one, but the K5 is my favorite.
How long have you been with Scott Auto Group?
I’ve been part of the Customer Care Team since 2020.
How would you describe your personal brand?
I’m empathetic and customer-oriented. I strive to provide a space where our customers’ needs are met with the utmost efficiency.
What is your secret superpower?
I’ve been singing and dancing since I was three! And I’ve played the piano for over a decade.
What are your favorite hobbies or interests outside of work?
Watching and playing basketball, writing poetry, and cooking.
What is your favorite quote about work or life?
"When you love and laugh abundantly, you live a beautiful life.”
Vinny Ingargiola
Kia Product Specialist
Phone:Ext. 334
Email:VinnyI@ScottKiaSpringfield.com
Steve LaMonaca
Service Director
Phone:Ext. 244
Email:SteveL@ScottKiaSpringfield.com
Where were you born and raised?
I was born and raised in Clifton Heights, PA.
Do you have a favorite Kia model?
I really like the Telluride.
How long have you been with Scott Auto Group?
I joined the Scott Kia team in 2016.
How would you describe your personal brand?
One of my biggest strengths is building great teams. I love sharing my 40+ years of service experience, along with my positivity and motivation, with my team.
What is your secret superpower?
Physical fitness.
What are your favorite hobbies or interests outside of work?
I love going to the gym, training in martial arts, and road bike riding.
What is your favorite quote about work or life?
“You’re only a stranger here but once.”
What is leadership in your own words?
To me, leadership is treating everyone with the same respect.
Who are your biggest inspirations?
My brother, Greg.
How do you define success?
Success is reaching a goal or accomplishing something you set out to achieve.
What are the qualities of a winning team?
Having a winning attitude.
What is your favorite word?
Fabulous.
What makes Scott Auto Group the right place for you?
Everyone has a great attitude.
Matt Hanshaw
Assistant Service Manager
Phone:Ext. 232
Email:MattH@ScottKiaSpringfield.com
Antonio Palmer
Service Advisor
Phone:Ext. 268
Email:AntonioP@ScottKiaSpringfield.com
Where were you born and raised?
I was born and raised in Philadelphia.
Do you have a favorite Kia model?
I’m a big fan of the Sorento.
How long have you been with Scott Auto Group?
I joined the team in 2022.
How would you describe your personal brand?
I enjoy helping people and establishing relationships that will last decades, possibly generations!
What are your favorite hobbies or interests outside of work?
I enjoy going on walks with my family. I also like to read and play video games, pickup basketball, and flag football.
What is your favorite quote about work or life?
"True freedom has to do with the human spirit— it is the freedom to be who we really are.” —Don Miguel Ruiz
Chris Southard
Service Advisor
Phone:Ext. 326
Email:ChrisS@ScottKiaSpringfield.com
Where were you born and raised?
I was born and raised in Philadelphia.
Do you have a favorite Kia model?
I like the Stinger.
How long have you been with Scott Auto Group?
I joined the team in 2021.
Evone Fisher
Service Advisor
Phone:Ext. 221
Email:EvoneF@ScottKiaSpringfield.com
Where were you born and raised?
I was born in Virginia and raised in Maryland.
Do you have a favorite Kia model?
I like the 2023 Kia Sportage!
How long have you been with Scott Auto Group?
I have been a Service Advisor at Scott Kia since December, 2017.
How would you describe your personal brand?
I try to help anyone I can, in any way I can.
What is your secret superpower?
I have an excellent sense of humor and can fire off funny observations at lightning speed.
What are your favorite hobbies or interests outside of work?
I love spending time with family and friends– eating, cooking, or just hanging out.
What is your favorite quote about work or life?
“Make moves that make differences!”
Jennifer Kuhfuss
Business Development Coordinator
Phone:Ext. 264
Email:JenniferK@ScottKiaSpringfield.com
Where were you born and raised?
I was born and raised in Havertown, PA.
How long have you been with Scott Auto Group?
I joined the Scott Kia Team in September, 2022.
How would you describe your personal brand?
I’m a people person!
What is your secret superpower?
I'm fluent in sarcasm.
What are your favorite hobbies or interests outside of work?
I love spending time with my husband and kids, watching movies, and going to the beach.
What is your favorite quote about work or life?
“Never regret getting older; some people don’t get that privilege.”
Maggie Keifer
Business Development Coordinator
Phone:Ext. 336
Email:MaggieK@ScottKiaSpringfield.com
Where were you born and raised?
I was born and raised in Drexel Hill.
Do you have a favorite Kia model?
I really like the Niro Plug-In Hybrid.
How long have you been with Scott Auto Group?
I have been with Scott Kia since 2020.
How would you describe your personal brand?
I enjoy working with the public and helping others.
What is your secret superpower?
Time management and organizing events.
What are your favorite hobbies or interests outside of work?
I love to garden, cook, run, hike, watch movies, and read.
What is your favorite quote about work or life?
"Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” — Benjamin Franklin
Marci DeFeo
Business Development Coordinator
Phone:Ext. 328
Email:MarciD@ScottKiaSpringfield.com
Where were you born and raised?
I was born and raised in Delaware County.
Do you have a favorite Kia model?
My husband and I enjoy our Seltos we purchased in 2021!
How long have you been with Scott Auto Group?
I joined the team in 2022, new to the car industry after 30+ years in healthcare.
What is your secret superpower?
According to my husband, my level of patience is my superpower.
What are your favorite hobbies or interests outside of work?
I enjoy reading and baking.
What is your favorite quote about work or life?
"You’re never without hope, because you’re never without prayer.” — Max Lucado
Jim Johnson
Parts Director
Phone:Ext. 256
Email:JimJ@ScottKiaSpringfield.com
Do you have a favorite Kia model?
The EV6.
How long have you been with Scott Auto Group?
I started as a driver in 1986 and grew to be the Parts Manager in 1995.
What are your favorite hobbies or interests outside of work?
I enjoy going to the beach, working on classic cars, and bike riding.
What is your favorite quote about work or life?
”If you’re not early, you're late.”
What is leadership in your own words?
Leading by example.
Have you had a mentor or coach influence your leadership style? If yes, how so?
My grandfather’s work ethic.
Who are your biggest inspirations?
My children.
How do you define success?
Being the best in your field.
What are the qualities of a winning team?
All are on the same page.
What is your favorite word?
Excellent.
What makes Scott Auto Group the right place for you?
The owner and general manager care, and are invested in everyone's success.
Marta Cellucci
Warranty Administrator
Phone:Ext. 262
Email:MartaC@ScottKiaSpringfield.com
Where were you born and raised?
I was born and raised in Lansdowne, PA.
Do you have a favorite Kia model?
Wolf Gray K5!!! I love the style of the K5. And wolf gray is my favorite color on any of the Kia models.
How long have you been with Scott Auto Group?
I joined the Scott Kia team in 2017 as a customer care representative. And now I am the Warranty Administrator.
How would you describe your personal brand?
I genuinely like to help people. And I like to solve problems. That’s why I enjoy my work— sometimes it's like solving a puzzle! Warranty claims are very detailed; everything must fit perfectly in place.
What is your secret superpower?
I'm filled with useless movie, music and TV trivia!
What are your favorite hobbies or interests outside of work?
I enjoy baking, watching movies, and listening to music. I also enjoy painting and drawing.
What is your favorite quote about work or life?
“Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.”
Anthony Ieradi
Kia Parts Specialist
Phone:Ext. 228
Email:AnthonyI@ScottKiaSpringfield.com
Where were you born and raised?
I was born and raised in Drexel Hill.
Do you have a favorite Kia model?
I very much like the Stinger and the Telluride.
How long have you been with Scott Auto Group?
I’ve been a Parts Specialist since 2018.
How would you describe your personal brand?
My unyielding commitment to excellence and productivity. This helps me educate our customers.
What is your secret superpower?
I like to play the air drums.
What are your favorite hobbies or interests outside of work?
I love to work on my Trans Am.
What is your favorite quote about work or life?
”Chance favors the prepared mind.”
Rich Johnson
Kia Parts Specialist
Phone:Ext. 227
Where were you born and raised?
I was born and raised in Southwest Philadelphia.
Do you have a favorite Kia model?
I like the Telluride.
How long have you been with Scott Auto Group?
I joined the Scott Kia Team in 2016.
How would you describe your personal brand?
I am an easy going person who loves to bring joy to both my personal and professional lives. I strive to help any and all in need. I look forward to learning new things every day.
What is your secret superpower?
I like to entertain people— mostly reenacting scenes/quotes from tv shows, movies, etc.
What are your favorite hobbies or interests outside of work?
I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, and exercise.
What is your favorite quote about work or life?
"Live life to the fullest each and every day.”
Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.