Meet Our Staff

Our staff here at Hyundai of Wesley Chapel is here for your convenience. Feel free to contact us with questions or for a test drive.

Meet Our Sales Staff

General Manager José  Fernandez
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A true Hyundai family leader! Originally hailing from the beautiful Dominican Republic, José’s journey in the automotive world is fueled by a deep love for family and an unshakable faith in God. José is a devoted husband and father to three wonderful daughters. Family is the cornerstone of his existence, and he strives to replicate that sense of family at our dealership. Sports, especially baseball, run through his veins, with a family legacy intertwined with the game. His dad instilled a love for baseball during his childhood, and his brother's professional baseball journey further fuels his passion. Albert Pujols stands as his favorite baseball player, embodying determination and skill. When he’s not at work, José thrives on exploring the world with his loved ones, savoring new experiences, and relishing his mom's home-cooked Dominican dishes. His soul is attuned to Christian music, finding solace and inspiration in its melodies. The automotive industry is more than just a career for him; it's a calling. José loves the car business and takes immense joy in caring for our customers, ensuring their journey with Hyundai is exceptional.
General Manager
José Fernandez
General Sales Manager Lindsey Biswas
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General Sales Manager
Lindsey Biswas
Sales Manager AJ  Hastings
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Sales Manager
AJ Hastings
Sales Desk Manager Sam Dotson
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Sales Desk Manager
Sam Dotson
Sales Representative Andrew Forman
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Sales Representative
Andrew Forman
Sales Representative Allen Coca
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Sales Representative
Allen Coca
Sales Representative Christopher Mordan
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Sales Representative
Christopher Mordan
VIP Sales Associate David Hurley
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VIP Sales Associate
David Hurley
Sales Representative David Watkins
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I'm from New York. I bring positivity and amazing energy to anything I do. I love to travel, play sports, go to the beach, enjoy a nice BBQ, and hang out with friends and family. One of my favorite quotes is, "When actions become more frequent than words, success becomes heavier than dreams.” I'm ready to help you find your dream car and give you a great deal.
Sales Representative
David Watkins
Sales Representative Jack Gonzalez
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Sales Representative
Jack Gonzalez
Sales Representative Josephine Haddad
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Sales Representative
Josephine Haddad
Sales Representative Johnny Jasmin
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Sales Representative
Johnny Jasmin
Sales Associate Nicole Paquette
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Great Mom
Sales Associate
Nicole Paquette
Sales & Leasing Agent Olivier Hans Lacossade
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Spontaneous and hard-working person who likes to help people.
Sales & Leasing Agent
Olivier Hans Lacossade
Sales Representative Phil Calixte
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Sales Representative
Phil Calixte
Sales Representative Roman Kharchenko
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Sales Representative
Roman Kharchenko

Meet Our Finance Staff

Lead Finance Manager QU Kendrick
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Lead Finance Manager
QU Kendrick
Finance Manager Seth Gwaltney
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Finance Manager
Seth Gwaltney
Finance Manager Waseam Kahalef
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Finance Manager
Waseam Kahalef

Meet Our Administrative Staff

Customer Relations Anja Jankovic
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Customer Relations
Anja Jankovic
Warranty Admin Assistant Gabriela  Ron Garcia
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Warranty Admin Assistant
Gabriela Ron Garcia
Business Manager Marilyn Schuler
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Business Manager
Marilyn Schuler
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Sales Administrator
Marielis Hernandez

Meet Our Service and Parts Staff

Fixed Ops Director Tom  Swedberg
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I love spending time with my family and golfing.
Fixed Ops Director
Tom Swedberg
Service Manager Jose Gesmondi
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I’ve been in the auto industry for many years, and after all this time I’m still enjoying servicing our clients and team members. Over the years I’ve been lucky enough to have made so many connections and relationships that have allowed me to grow into the person I am today. I can always strike up a conversation about food and enjoy spending time with my daughters.

Service Manager
Jose Gesmondi
 Parts Manager Mark Salerno
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I enjoy watching Lightning games and spending time with my family.
Parts Manager
Mark Salerno
 Assistant Service Manager Justin Worrell
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I am the Assistant Service Manager here at Hyundai of Wesley Chapel and I am a big fan of Asian cuisine.

Assistant Service Manager
Justin Worrell
Service Advisor Anthony Rodriguez
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I’m originally from Tampa and I enjoy helping all customers with their car needs.
Service Advisor
Anthony Rodriguez
Technician Alexander Chaplin
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I like to go by Chaplin and I want to learn how to customize vehicles to make them race legal.
Technician
Alexander Chaplin
Technician Alexander Mana
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I enjoy spending time with my dog and going to the beach.
Technician
Alexander Mana
Service Advisor Arthur Wilson
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Service Advisor
Arthur Wilson
Parts Advisor Brianna Hacker
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I love to spend time with my husband and my dog Nala.
Parts Advisor
Brianna Hacker
 Technician Bank  Sangsawang
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My name is Bank, I’m a technician here at Hyundai of Wesley Chapel. I’m a Sunday soccer player.
Technician
Bank Sangsawang
Service Advisor David McNichol
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Service Advisor
David McNichol
Parts Advisor Edward Swenson
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Parts Advisor
Edward Swenson
Service Advisor Jasmine Yarwood
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Always working harder than yesterday! Just keep going.
Service Advisor
Jasmine Yarwood
Parts Advisor James Prescott
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I’m a proud and longtime Hyundai owner. I currently drive an Elantra N and I LOVE IT!
Parts Advisor
James Prescott
Technician Jordan Samuels
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When I’m not working on cars, I’m riding my bike and drifting.
Technician
Jordan Samuels
 Technician Justin Crouch
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I enjoy spending time with my wife and working on my car.
Technician
Justin Crouch
Platinum Technician Mitchell Byrd
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I spend my free time fishing.
Platinum Technician
Mitchell Byrd
Service Advisor Matt Pead
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Been a Hockey goal tender since was 9 and still plays. Has 4 daughters and a stepson
Service Advisor
Matt Pead
Lube Tech Michael Domingue
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Jesus is my Lord! I give 110% when I work!
Lube Tech
Michael Domingue
Service Advisor Niko Rodenbach
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Builds Racecars and Races them on the track 2024 pickleball champ of tampa bay
Service Advisor
Niko Rodenbach
Platinum Technician Robert Wetherbee
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I enjoy watching movies in my free time.
Platinum Technician
Robert Wetherbee
Line Tech Rafael Torres Ja
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I enjoy spending time with my kids.
Line Tech
Rafael Torres Ja

Meet Our Support Staff

Detail Manager John Paddyfoot
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I’m from Jamaica and I love to cook BBQ, jerk chicken, and rice and beans. I have one daughter and one granddaughter. I am a proud father and grandfather.
Detail Manager
John Paddyfoot
Porter Craig Battinelli
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I have worked in the auto industry for 34 years and was a service manager for 12 years.
Porter
Craig Battinelli
 Cleaner Gabriela  
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Cleaner
Gabriela  
 Detailer Nha Van
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I am originally from Vietnam, and I am fluent in Vietnamese. I like gardening, yardwork, and going out to eat in Tampa, especially at Hot Pot with my daughter.
Detailer
Nha Van
 Porter Oscar Alicea
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I like working on and fixing cars. My favorite car project was a 1998 Honda Civic hatchback. I’m originally from Puerto Rico. My favorite food is mofongo.
Porter
Oscar Alicea
 Porter Tom Caruso
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I am a porter at Hyundai of Wesley Chapel and my favorite part of the day is meeting new customers.

Porter
Tom Caruso

Our Location

Hyundai of Wesley Chapel
27000 Wesley Chapel Blvd
Wesley Chapel, FL 33544

Sales: 813-279-7400
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I started the search for my new Tucson about 2 months ago. At that time the 2023’s were flying off the lot and my car was just not on the lot. I have been dealing with Robb Ortelano for a couple of years, since he sold my wife me our 2021 Sonata. Robb is the ultimate professional and his...

- John K.

I was completely impressed with Saleena's professionalism and customer service.

- Joan D.

Rebeca was an absolute pleasure and made my experience at the dealership completely painless! She and Karl, who also helped, made me feel like family. I’m grateful to have had them guide me through the entire car purchasing process! Thank you!

- Artie N.

The dealership was a very nice experience. As soon as you pull in they are ready for you and explain the process. The system to keep up to date in real time was effective and efficient. I haven’t been back to the dealership since the remodel and it was comfortable in the waiting area with...

- Marissa W.

Professional service. Very prompt and I was in and out in 1 1/2 hrs. The remodeled interior is beautiful and welcoming. Waiting room is set up with theatre style seating. Very comfortable. AJ could not have been more knowledgeable and thorough.

- Carol M.

Had a great experience, Devin was truly helpful and caring all the way through, even getting us waters!!

- A. O.

I am very happy how they took care of me in that location. My salesperson was very understanding. Everyone who really helped me I really really thank them so much. So thank you too Michael Seesa salesperson, Chris Yates finance dept., and Mark Salerno & Mr Worrell I really appreciated very much.

- Brenda P.

David Watkins helped us today !!! Great customer service , easy to work with , very knowledgeable respectful man. Definitely recommend going to see him for your car needs. Went out of his way to accommodate us. Very pleased with David. Thank you again to him.

- Joel S.

Robb was amazing and very thorough with showing me my new Elantra! Will definitely be coming back for buying any future cars

- Brooke G.

After a long day of searching and dealing with rude car salesmen, my boyfriend and I stopped at Hyundai. I am SO HAPPY we did because Allison was a gem from start to finish. I have purchased cars in the past and have never had such a genuinely nice, and caring sales person. Allison went above and...

- Ana C.

I highly recommend Hundai of Wesley Chapel service/parts department! My experience with them was easy and efficient! From scheduling my appointment with Aliyah, speaking in parts department with Breana and Saleena over seeing my car being repaired by excellent mechanics! Saleena remained in contact...

- Maegan F.

I have a great experience purchasing my last 2 cars at Hyundai Wesley Chapel. Vikrant Katariya and Garry goes above and beyond for their customers and tries to help as much as possible with a best deal. Especially, Vik, being very honest was always helpful to me in finding I need rather what they...

- Abhinav A.

Everything thing went better than expected. Vick was patient and worked within my budget. Transaction was hassle free and drove home in a new car!

- Shauna H.

Amazing service! I came in today with my father and we were both very pleased with the service. The gentleman that had helped us today was Vick. He was extremely knowledgeable, patient and charismatic. I highly recommend him and this place! 10/10

- Nicole G.

Absolute perfection! Saleena is on it- knowledgeable, confident, well trained and super accommodating. She helped us so much with something out of warranty because it just felt right- good eggs over there! Thanks to the service manager too!

- Elizabeth E.F.

Love the service Antonio provided us. He went beyond our expectations and will always ask for him . He was super friendly, kept in contact to give us updates, and took all of our concerns serious. Thank you Antonio!

- Karla V.

Anthony was amazing. I didn’t feel pressure to get services I was not ready for . I made the switch to Wesley Chapel Hyundai from Courtesy Hyundai and so far I am happy I did !

- Amber W.

Wow! If you want to buy a car without the tedious, nerve wracking misery most dealers put you through, go to Michael at Hyundai in Wesley Chapel. He was professional, and efficient and made me feel listened to. He got me the car I wanted without all the usual car buying stress. Jay in the finance...

- Catherine Y.

Great car buying experience. David and Karl were awesome. Made my buying experience very easy. Recommend highly. Wesley Chapel Hyundai

- Lido C.

By far the best service compared to the other Hyundai dealerships I've dealt with. They didn't have me waiting for hours. They were prompt, courteous, and not pushy about their suggestions to get extra work done on the vehicle.

- Shabana L.
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