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Staff

Click on one of the people below to find out more information.

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  • Mike T.
    General Manager
    Mike T.
    (615) 731-0099


  • Brett Owens
    Director of Used Vehicles
    Brett Owens
    (615) 731-0099


  • Leland Fuller
    Service Director
    Leland Fuller
    (615) 731-0099


  • Travis Allaway
    Finance Manager
    Travis Allaway
    (615) 731-0099


  • Jonathan Stainton-James
    Service Advisor
    Jonathan Stainton-James
    (615) 731-0099

    Originally born in England, I moved to the US as part of an alien abduction experiment and was delivered to the west coast where I became a famous actor in such movies as Strange Days & Happy Feet. After several years and hundreds vanilla iced mocha's later I relocated to TN as part of a witness protection program after testifying against the aliens that originally abducted me. Now I spend my days in Nashville on the lake and riding motorcycles to see if its possible to attract intelligent life on other planets through different transportation mediums ? so far unsuccessfully. However, with Kia I have found that friendship, unity and trust are abound with this company and since the incorporation of older civilizations such as the Incas and Mayans, not to mention the addition of alien technology in the newer cars, our vehicles are now great and I love to work for a company that teaches me how to use my jet pack for commuting to and from work and now the ability to breathe under water with my new gills. I look forward to meeting you in our luxurious service department and servicing your vehicular needs.

  • Jeff Shipp
    Sales Consultant
    Jeff Shipp
    (615) 731-0099

    Hello, my name is Jeff Shipp.  I have been in the car business for 17 years and love what I do.  I was born in Fort Ogelthorpe, GA and have been living in Mt. Juliet for the last 20 years.  I've been at Hickory Hollow Carnival Kia for 3 years now and love the atmosphere here.  We have a lot of fun!  When I'm not at work, I like spending time with my beautiful wife and children in the great outdoors hunting and fishing.  Most importantly,I enjoy serving my customers here at Hickory Hollow Carnival Kia.  Thanks for taking the time to read this and I hope to see you real soon!  God Bless.
    Jeff Shipp

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  • Wayne Upshur
    Sales Consultant
    Wayne Upshur
    (615) 731-0099

    I am a happily married man blessed to have 10 children and one very handsome grandson.  I have and will always pursue God and His Kingdom.

    I have been at Hickory Hollow Carnival Kia for four years.  It is always my intention to be a consummate professional and make your buying experience exceed your highest expectations.  If you want to work with an experienced sales consultant with integrity, come on down and see me.
    Wayne Upshur

  • Jason Hancock
    Sales Consultant
    Jason Hancock
    (615) 731-0099

    My name is Jason Hancock and I have many joys in life.  First and foremost is my family.  I have a wonderful and supportive family which includes my rambunctious little boy Noah.  He is 2 years old and has added such joy to my life.  His big joy is monster trucks and my big joy is selling trucks.  Other joys of mine include: Titans football games, poker, nascar races, yard sales, antique shopping and travel.  You will find me out early on a Sunday morning tailgating for the football games.  When it comes to poker they can't slow me down.  I have played in numerous poker tournaments all over the country.  I just took Noah to his first Nascar race in Daytona, FL.  I hope to open his eyes to all that this world has to offer.  My wife and I love to travel and now we can share that passion with our son.  My favorite vacation was to Baja, Mexico and driving the Baja buggy.  I am truly blessed and very dependable.  I am very caring and treat the ones I love with all that they deserve.


    Jason Hancock

  • Oscar Larios
    Sales Consultant
    Oscar Larios
    (615) 731-0099

    Hi, my name is Oscar Larios, I have been with the Carnival Kia group for 6 years and my experience has been wonderful. I am originally from Nicaragua and I can tell you that it has bean a true blast of fun working for the Kia brand since I had a chance to view and learn all the evolution of our product. Starting from the Kia Rio all the way to the new Kia Optima, I am so exited to be able to be a part  of the biggest growing automotive brand on the market.
     
    Hablamos espanos para nuestra familia hispana, dejandoles saber que si estan en busca de un vehiculo, ya sea de uso particular, familiar o de placer lo podra encontrar aqui a los mas bajos precios del mercado, ya nuestra meta en si es lograr su total satisfaccion.
    Oscar Larios

  • Doug Eckhardt
    Sales Consultant
    Doug Eckhardt
    (615) 731-0099

    Hi, my name is Doug Eckhardt.  I have been in car sales for the last 15 years.  I was raised here in Nashville, TN.  I went to Stratford High School and Nashville Tech.  I like playing chess, playing cars and selling cars. 

    The way I see it, there are four Rights to you getting the best deal.  First, you must be at the Right dealership and we thank you for your confidence in choosing to purchase at Hickory Hollow Carnival Kia.  Second, you must have the Right vehicle.  Third, the money must be Right because I would not expect you to buy a car from me if it did not fit your budget.  Fourth, you must have the Right sales consultant.  I believe I'm the Right sales consultant, so thank you for choosing me as your consultant at Hickory Hollow Carnival Kia.  Please call and ask for me to set an appointment to get the Right deal and find out more about us.
    Doug Eckhardt

  • Tim Harden
    Sales Consultant
    Tim Harden
    (615) 731-0099

    Hi, my name is Tim Harden.  I have been married for 28 years to my lovely wife Lydia.  We have one child, Claire, who is a Junior at UT Martin studying International Business and Japanese.  I have been at Hickory Hollow Carnival Kia since 2006 and intend to stay here until i retire.  I am a native Nashvillian and grew up in the Berry Hill area.  I attended Central High School, Tennessee Tech University and Holy Trinity College, where I received a Doctor of Divinity Degree in 2006.  I am the associate pastor of Faith Methodist Church, Independent where I have served for 25 years. My sincere desire is to be of service to our customers in every way possible.  Please contact me if I can be of service in any way.
    Tim Harden

  • Joseph Campano
    Sales Consultant
    Joseph Campano
    877-808-0030


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  • Jay Stewart
    Sales Consultant
    Jay Stewart
    877-808-0030


  • Michael Muhhamed
    Sales Consultant
    Michael Muhhamed
    877-808-0030


  • Judy McElroy
    Judy McElroy
    (615) 731-0099