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Staff

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  • R. Phil Porter
    President/CEO
    R. Phil Porter
    904-777-1800

    Phil is the President/Owner of Subaru of Orange Park.  Phil also owns Subaru of Jacksonville located on Atlantic Boulevard, and Center Subaru located in Torrington, Connecticut.  Phil has owned and operated Subaru dealerships since 1989.   Phil is a recipient of the Chairman's Roundtable Award, which is the most prestigious award given by Subaru of America.  In addition, he served as the President of the National Dealer Advisory Board, so he is a Subaru and automotive expert!  Before beginning his automotive career, Phil attended the University of Georgia.   Phil is very dedicated to the dealerships and the Subaru brand and is a very hands on owner.  In his spare time, Phil enjoys spending time with his wife and children, watching sports, reading, and fine wine.  Phil loves working for Subaru because he firmly believes it is the safest and best car on the market today.  Feel free to email Phil with questions, comments, or concerns!

  • Daniel Kane
    General Sales Manager
    Daniel Kane
    904-777-1800

    Daniel has been with the Subaru family in Jacksonville for over 2 years now. He joins us from our Jacksonville location to be the General Sales Manager at Subaru of Orange Park.  Daniel has 14 years of experience in the automotive industry - all in Jacksonville!  Prior to beginning his automotive career, Daniel served in the United States Navy.  In his free time, Daniel enjoys riding his Harley, spending time with his wife and kids, paintballing, watching Notre Dame football and living life to the fullest! Daniel enjoys working for Subaru because his family drives a Subaru and he believes in the quality, reliability, and safety of the lineup.

  • Russell Hyatt
    Service Manager
    Russell Hyatt
    904-777-1800

    Russell joins our Service Department after extensive training at our other two dealerships.  He has been with the company for close to two years.  Russell has a Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Alabama, and is also a member of the Army Reserves.   For another fun fact, Russell is also the Owner's Brother in Law!  We truly are a family owned and operated dealership.  In his spare time, Russell enjoys fishing and tennis.  His favorite part about working for Subaru is interacting with the customers and listening to the passion people have for their Subaru!

  • Peyton Porter
    Marketing/E-Business Director
    Peyton Porter
    904-777-1800

    Peyton is the resident marketing/e-business specialist.  She handles the website, SEO/SEM, charity and community events, social media, and advertising coordination.  Peyton has been with the company for two years.  Peyton attended the University of Florida and graduated with highest honors.  She previously worked in marketing for a commercial real estate firm and attended law school before joining the Subaru team.   In her spare time, Peyton enjoys spending time with family and friends, staying active, cooking, and college football.  Peyton's favorite part about working for Subaru of Orange Park is learning something new every day and the quality of the Subaru product!

  • Paul Johnson
    Finance Director
    Paul Johnson
    904-777-1800

    Paul is Subaru of Orange Park's Finance Director.  He specializes is assisting students, military, and those with challenging credit.  Paul boasts 30 years in the car business, and is truly a knowledgeable professional.  Before beginning his career in the car business, Paul spent time in the United States Marine Corps and served our country in Vietnam.  In his spare time, Paul enjoys poker, golf, and spending time with his grandchildren.  Paul's favorite part about working for Subaru of Orange Park is the family environment and working for an honest employer.  Feel free to call or email Paul with any credit or financing related questions - he is here to help!

  • Darwin Brown
    Parts Manager
    Darwin Brown
    904-777-1800

    Darwin is our Parts Manager and resident Parts/Performance expert.  Darwin has been with Subaru of Orange Park since it opened in January of 2010.  He was previously employed with Mike Shad Nissan.  In his spare time, Darwin enjoys fishing, family, and music.  His favorite part about working for Subaru is the owner loyalty.  Did you know that Subaru has the second highest brand loyalty out of all makes, second only to BMW?  Wow! Please feel free to email Darwin with parts or performance questions - he is happy to help!

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  • Terry Barnsback
    Service Advisor
    Terry Barnsback
    904-777-1800

    Terry is Subaru of Orange Park's newest Service Advisor. Terry joins the Subaru of Orange Park team after 10 years of selling for Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Ford and Buick.  Terry holds a B.S. in Business Finance from Northern Illinois University.  When Terry is not selling cars, he enjoys golf and spending time with his better half.  Terry's favorite part about working for Subaru of Orange Park is interacting with the best customers who truly love their vehicles!

  • Bruce Holmes
    Sales Associate
    Bruce Holmes
    904-777-1800

    Bruce has been with the Subaru team in Jacksonville for over two years.  Prior to joining our team, he spent 4 years in the automotive business.  Bruce attended Morehouse College and served in the United States Navy.  In his free time, Bruce enjoys golf, tennis and bowling!

  • Frank Woods
    Sales Associate
    Frank Woods
    (904) 777-1800

    Frank has been with us since we first opened and is highly experienced in customer service and sales. He has sold many vehicles from Honda to VW and chose to represent Subaru simply because he believes in the product. He is a proud Subaru owner and we are glad to have him on the team. Frank enjoys selling cars and spending time with his family.

  • Joshua Strickland
    Sales Associate
    Joshua Strickland
    904-777-1800

    Josh has been with Subaru of Orange Park since it opened in January of 2010, joining us from our Atlantic Boulevard location.  He has been with the company for over three years and previously worked for Nissan and Suzuki.   Josh is one of our leading Sales Associates, and is an expert and lover of all things Subaru!  In his spare time, Josh enjoys bowling, surfing, football, baseball, golf, and the beach. Recently, Josh has moved up the depth chart to #3 with the release of David Garrard.  Josh's favorite part of working for Subaru of Orange Park is the quality of the products and the friendly working environment.  He is confident Subaru makes the best car on the road!

  • James "J.B." Bolden, Jr.
    Sales Associate
    James
    904-777-1800

    J.B. joins the Subaru of Orange Park team with over 10 years of experience in the automotive industry.  Prior to his jump to the automotive world, J.B. served 10 years in the United States Navy on board of the US JFK.  When J.B. is not busy selling for Subaru of Orange Park, he enjoys watching all sports,  grilling, jazz, boxing, andspending time with his 4 children and wife of 21 years.  J.B.'s favorite part about working for Subaru of Orange Park is the people and friendship.  He also believes the Subaru product is one of the best on the market for the price!

  • Charlie Graybeal
    Sales Associate

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    (904) 777-1800

    Charlie recently joined our team and brings us a great deal of experience. He has worked in the banking and sales industries at high levels of responsibility. Most recently, he was the General Manager of Ray Carter Kia in Kingsland, Ga. We are very excited that Charlie chose to join our team and we know his customers are as well. Charlie enjoys selling cars and in his spare time spending time with his wife and family.

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  • Jose Saldana
    Sales Associate

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    (904) 777-1800

    Jose joins our team after moving back to the Jacksonville area from Georgia. He has plenty of Subaru experience, having worked at our Atlantic Blvd store. We are happy to have Jose on our team and he is proudly here to assist and gladly HABLA ESPANOL while the rest of our team awaits their Rosetta Stone discs. Jose enjoys spending time with his daughter and listening to jazz music.