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Executive Management
- Charles Burton
- Owner/President
- cburton@igburton.com
- 302-270-7012
Charlie Burton is the 5th Generation owner of the i.g. Burton Auto Dealerships. A Graduate of Roanoke College, Charlie initially did not work in the family business. He pursued a career in the automotive finance and insurance business working for Ryan Associates for several years. One day in the 90s, Charlie got a call asking him to come back and run the family business. Since then, he has taken ownership and expanded the company to what it is today. He is most proud of the growth of his employees. "It's a great feeling knowing you give your employees the opportunities to develop and grow and be successful."
- MJ Lofland
- Vice President / COO
- mjlofland@igburton.com
- 302-222-8310
MJ Lofland has been with the i.g. Burton auto group since 1995. He is the first person in company history to hold co-ownership of an i.g. Burton dealership since the company's establishment in 1908. In 2021, he joined Charlie Burton - President of i.g. Burton Auto Group - in purchasing i.g. Burton of Newark. Over the years has been the Director of First Impressions, Sales Professional, Salesperson, Sales Manager, and General Manager. In 2007 he was promoted to the Operations Management Team as Director of Sales. Today, MJ is the Vice President/Chief Operating Officer of i.g. Burton Auto Group. In his spare time, MJ enjoys hunting and spending time with his family.
- Juliana Swinford
- CFO
- jswinford@igburton.com
- 302-839-1111
- Lisa DiVincenzo
- Executive Manager
- lisad@igburton.com
- 302-404-5225
Lisa started her automotive career in 1999 working at a private repair shop where she wore many hats, including receptionist, car washer, parts person, and customer service representative. It was there that her love for the automotive business began. After a few years, she applied for a job at a local dealership and started as the Service Receptionist before becoming a Service Advisor, and then Service Manager. Her love for all things outdoors eventually drew her to the Delaware beach area. In 2008 she joined i.g. Burton as the BMW Service Manager. After working at i.g. Burton BMW for over a decade, she earned the opportunity to be part of the i.g. Burton Auto Group Executive Management team. When away from the dealership, she enjoys spending time with her family, playing with their two dogs, traveling, camping, and paddleboarding.
- Bernadette Jasmine
- Executive Manager
- bjasmine@igburton.com
- 302-930-5176
Bernadette Jasmine joined the Executive Management Team of i.g. Burton Auto Group in July 2019. She is currently the acting HR Director. Bernadette has over ten years of experience in the automotive industry previously working for General Motors as a District Manager. Prior to the automotive business, she worked for a town government and ran a daycare center. Bernadette enjoys family time on the beach, fishing, and kayaking.
- Jaime Parker
- Human Resources Manager
- jparker@igburton.com
- 302-422-3041 x22327
Jaime Parker joined the i.g. Burton team as Human Resources Manager in January 2023. She has two Bachelor's degrees: one in Business and another in Marketing, and she has been working in the HR field since 2016. Jaime is passionate about helping people with their careers - before and after obtaining employment. Jaime has a Daughter, Kendall, and two beloved dogs. In her spare time, she enjoys trips to the beach, running, singing, hunting, and traveling.
- Greg Gilmore
- Service Director - Imports
- ggilmore@igburton.com
- 302-839-1138
Greg has been in the car business since 1996. he has held many positions in the car business, parts delivery driver, Warranty Administrator, Service Advisor, Service Manager, and Service Director. When he is not working, Greg enjoys time with his four children, and 4 grandchildren.
- Caleb Ashley
- Parts Director
- cashley@igburton.com
- 302-424-3042 x44200
Caleb started with i.g. Burton Auto Group in 2007. Since then, he has held several positions, including Service Porter, Parts Advisor, Parts Manager, and Import Parts Director. He feels that i.g. Burton is a great company to work for because it has helped him grow his love for the automotive industry. Caleb is now Parts Director for all i.g. Burton Auto Group locations. In his time away from work, he likes visiting Delaware beaches with friends and family, touring local breweries, and spending time with his dog.
Management
- Rick Astarita
- General Manager
- rastarita@igburton.com
- 302-424-1500 x44027
Rick started selling cars in 1983 in Baltimore, Md. He has over three decades of automotive experience, including over 15 years with Mercedes-Benz vehicles. In his spare time, Rick enjoys spending time with his wife and three daughters, spending as much time outdoors as possible.
- Pete Palmer
- General Sales Manager
- ppalmer@igburton.com
- 302-839-1075
Pete has been a Mercedes-Benz enthusiast since the mid 80's when he bought his first Mercedes-Benz vehicle. He has been with Mercedes-Benz sales for over two decades, the majority of which have been managing the i.g. Burton & Co. Inc. location in Milford, DE. Pete enjoys spending time with his wife, two dogs, and two cats. He also enjoys boating on the Nanticoke and classical choral music.
- Mike Webb
- Finance Manager
- mwebb@igburton.com
- 302-841-2290
Mike started with i.g. Burton over a decade ago. He worked his way up through the ranks from Business Development Advisor to Sales and now to the Finance Manager of the Mercedes-Benz location. Mike is a local who was raised on the water. He enjoys fishing, hunting, and anything involving his wife and son.
Sales
- John Gilmer
- Client Advisor
- jgilmer@igburton.com
- 302-839-1122
John has been selling Mercedes-Benz vehicles since 1998. He started with HBL Mercedes-Benz, then moved on to Porsche, Audi, Aston Martin in Tysons Corner, VA, EuroMotorCars Mercedes-Benz, Rolls Royce, Bentley in Bethesda, MD, and finally here at i.g. Burton Mercedes-Benz after moving to Delaware in 2008. John has made many friends in the automotive business and plans to make many more. He prides himself on creating a simple and pleasant shopping experience for his customers when they're looking to purchase a vehicle.
- Brian Sudler
- Client Advisor
- bsudler@igburton.com
- 302-424-1500 x44016
Brian has held multiple positions within the automotive field for over two decades, including General Manager, Field Service Technician, and Service Consultant.Â
- Bill Johnston
- Client Advisor
- wjohnston@igburton.com
- 443-513-0004
- Bill has been with i.g. Burton since 2018. Having workedfor many years in the hospitality industry, transitioning to automotive sales was an easy choice for him. He has always had a love affair with cars and has owned many classic vehicles. He currently has three Mercedes-Benz vehicles and a vintage VW Bug. When Bill isn't providing a luxury experience for his customers, he enjoys being at the beach and working on his vintage cars. He is also a lover of animals. He loves spending time with his cocker spaniel Collette and his 17-year-old cat Gigi.
- Ty Wilkerson
- Client Advisor
- twilkerson@igburton.com
- 302-745-2899
Ty has been with i.g. Burton Mercedes-Benz since 2020. He worked in the hospitality industry for 15 years before transitioning to auto sales and excels at anticipating the needs and wants of his clients. He loves serving his clients at the highest level and enjoys learning more about the evolving world of the automotive industry. Ty enjoys spending his off time with his girlfriend and Labrador puppy at the beach, traveling, and dining out. #RideWithTy
- L'aigner Massey
- Client Advisor
- lmassey@igburton.com
- 678-557-1455
L'aigner has been with the Mercedes-Benz brand since August 2020, and she's been part of the i.g. Burton team since September 2021. She sincerely enjoys assisting customers as a Client Advisor. In her spare time, L'aigner loves spending time with loved ones, going to the beach, traveling, and practicing yoga.
Service
- Ryan Christie
- Service Manager
- rchristie@igburton.com
- 302-839-1089
Ryan started in the car business in 2007 as a Detailer. After leaving for a career in Police work, he returned to i.g. Burton in 2016 as a Service Advisor. When he's not working with Mercedes-Benz clients, Ryan enjoys working on cars, appreciating the outdoors, and pursuing personal fitness goals.Â
- Kristi Yokimcus
- Service Advisor
- kyokimcus@igburton.com
- 302-424-1500 x44119
Kristi became a Service Advisor in 2006 and started her tenure with i.g. Burton in 2021. Her Mother worked for a dealership most of Kristi's life, so she has been around the car business for a long time. In Kristi's free time, she enjoys camping and spending time with her family.
- Marc Pashko
- Service Advisor
- mpashko@igburton.com
- 302-424-1500 x44106
Marc has been in the car business since 2017. He has held many positions in the car business, including Service Advisor, Parts Advisor, and Service Manager.
- Donna Greenly
- Warranty Administrator
- dgreenly@igburton.com
- 302-839-0835
Donna has been with i.g. Burton since 1985. She's worked with several franchises and held various positions during that time. She has enjoyed the opportunity to learn a great deal throughout the years. For relaxation, she likes to go camping with her husband and friends.
- Rachel Trump
- Service Coordinator
- rtrump@igburton.com
- 302-424-1500 x44023
Rachel has worked with i.g. Burton since 2015 and can cover many positions. You'll often find her organizing, filing, or decorating the dealership for the current festivities. Rachel enjoys spending time with her cats and doing art.
- Kim Ekas
- Service BDC
- kekas@igburton.com
- 302-424-1500 x44111
Kim has worked in the customer service field since 1988. Her experience includes sales, administration, and being in leadership positions. She enjoys meeting new people and being the first person you see when you walk in the door. When she isn't working, Kim likes to read, write, and do "nerd stuff."
Parts
- Ronnie Betts
- Parts Manager
- rbetts@igburton.com
- 302-424-1500 x44204
Ronnie has been with i.g. Burton since 2010, when he started as the Director of First Impressions for both our BMW and Mercedes-Benz stores before moving on to the role of Parts Advisor. When he's not working, Ronnie enjoys spending time with friends and family, going for long walks on the beach, enjoying a local craft beverage, and defeating the i.g. Burton Berlin Parts Department in the first-ever i.g. Burton golf tournament, along with help from the rest of the BMW parts team and our BMW Shop Foreman David VanPelt.
- Bill Geissel
- Parts Advisor
- bgeissel@igburton.com
- 302-424-1500 x44201
Bill has been with the i.g. Burton Parts Team for over two decades. He's a huge Dallas Cowboys fan, a certified Philidelphia Eagles Hater, and enjoys listening to Metallica and spending time with his Rottie.Â