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Meet Our Staff

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  • Randy Buzzo
    Dealer Principal
    Randy Buzzo
    304-292-0171

    Randy Buzzo is one of the fastest growing Nissan dealers in the country. He began his career in the auto industry in 1985 as a sales consultant. He quickly moved up to management. Then he launched Riverside Motors in Granville, WV. Under his leadership Riverside became the largest pre-owned vehicle dealership in northern West Virginia. He joined John Howard Motors in 1998. As the Owner and Dealer Principal, Buzzo has helped guide John Howard Nissan to new heights. Randy is also a member of NADA. Randy Buzzo has twice been listed as one of the "100 Most Influential People" by the Morgantown Dominion Post. Buzzo contributes to many charitable organizations, and is a lifelong resident of the Morgantown area.


  • Chris Azzaro
    General Sales Manager
    Chris Azzaro
    888-377-9734


    Chris Azzaro has been with John Howard Motors since 2003 and now serves as General Manager. 

    He previously served as Sales Manager for two years lifting the dealership to record-breaking sales years in both 2009 and 2010.

    Chris was previously a Sales Consultant at John Howard Motors from 2003 to 2008. 

    As a salesman, Chris earned the highest level of sales recognition - Master Peak Performer -  five times! In addition, he was a four-time JHM Salesman of the Year award winner. 

    In 2007 Chris set the all time record at John Howard Motors with 373 sales! 

    He currently serves as both Internet Marketing Director and General Manager.

  • James Lashaway
    Sales Manager
    James Lashaway
    304-292-0171

    James Lashaway is Nissan Sales Manager at John Howard Motors. James has many years of experience in automotive sales as well as many awards, accolades and great customer satisfaction. James currently resides with his wife and their Boxer dog in Fairmont, WV.

  • Jason Berry
    Internet Sales Director
    Jason Berry
    888-377-9734


    Jason Berry is a true Nissan enthusiast. He and his wife are current owners of a 2011 Juke and have owned both Frontier and Titan trucks. A native of England, Jason currently resides in Morgantown. Jason brings a long and successful sales background to the John Howard team, and is currently one of the highest rated salespersons in the district. Jason's role as Internet Sales Director has helped the internet sales department to grow with back to back record-breaking sales figures in 2010 and 2011.


  • Julie Pirlo
    Finance Director
    Julie Pirlo
    304-292-0171

    Julie Pirlo is regarded by many as the finest finance specialist in the area. She has been with John Howard Motors since 1994. Under her direction, the John Howard finance department has been #1 in volume on numerous occasions. Julie Pirlo is a 2001 graduate of West Virginia University, receiving a Master's Degree from the School of Business and Economics. She is currently a resident of Preston County.


  • Karen Bryan
    Finance Manager
    Karen Bryan
    304-292-0171

    Karen Bryan brings nearly 30 years of experience to the John Howard Nissan finance department. She is, perhaps, the most seasoned and experienced finance specialist in the area. She has a lengthy list of awards for excellence in financing, insurance, and service contracts. Karen is a graduate of West Virginia University, and currently resides in Greene County, PA.


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  • Anthony Bruenderman
    Business Manager
    Anthony Bruenderman
    304-292-0171

    Anthoney brings many years of experience in sales and finance to John Howard Motors. His automotive career began in New Jersey and Pennsylvania before he came back home to Morgantown. Anthoney is a HUGE West Virginia Mountaineer fan, and he also loves Penguin hockey. He always goes the "extra mile" to make his customers relaxed and happy. 

  • Tim Long
    Sales Consultant
    Tim Long
    888-377-9734

    Tim Long is one of the most award-winning sales consultants in West Virginia and has been with John Howard Motors since 1995. His numerous awards include many at Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels. Tim is a four-time "Circle of Excellence" sales consultant and was most recently recognized as John Howard Nissan's 2010 Top Sales Performer.

  • Scott Shaffer
    Sales Consultant
    Scott Shaffer
    888-377-9734


  • Shawn McCullough
    Sales Consultant
    Shawn McCullough
    888-377-9734


  • Erika Burns
    Sales Consultant
    Erika Burns
    888-377-9734


  • Fred Cook
    Nissan Service Manager
    Fred Cook
    888-377-9734


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  • Ben Foster
    Assistant Service Manager
    Ben Foster
    888-377-9734


  • Brian Moore
    Service Advisor
    Brian Moore
    888-377-9734


  • Mike Shay
    Nissan Parts Manager
    Mike Shay
    888-377-9734

    Mike Shay knows his parts! Mike has been here with John Howard Nissan for two years, but has worked in Nissan parts for the past ten! His knowledge of the Nissan line is so valuable to us here and his expertise is second to none.

    Mike has been a lifelong resident of Morgantown having grown up in Sabraton.

  • Sheryl Biafora
    Customer Retention Specialist
    Sheryl Biafora
    888-377-9734


  • Jamie Triplett
    Sales Consultant
    Jamie Triplett
    888-377-9734

    Jamie Triplett is one of the top sales consultants in the Mid-Atlantic. In 2010 he was awarded John Howard Motors Top Sales Performer. Jamie began his career at John Howard Motors as a Service Manager. His expertise in different departments has given him a wealth of knowledge for the entire dealership and automotive industry in general.

  • Mike Koval
    Sales Consultant
    Mike Koval
    888-377-9734

    Mike Koval has been with John Howard Motors since 1995. He began as the Detail Department Supervisor. He was promoted to Sales Consultant in 2005. Mike has built a reputation for complete and total customer satisfaction. He consistently maintains the highest levels in any customer survey index and was also just awarded the 2011 John Howard Motors Sales Leader award for annual sales. Mike is a lifelong resident of Waynesburg, PA.  

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  • Bud Regnier
    Sales Consultant
    Bud Regnier
    888-377-9734

    Bud Regnier is one of the top salespersons in the country. In addition, his customers love him. Following a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry, he brought his experience and talents to the John Howard Motors showroom floor. Bud is a graduate of the University of Illinois, and he currently resides in Morgantown.

  • Kenny "K-Bod" Bodnovich
    Sales Consultant
    Kenny
    888-377-9734


  • Marissa Bachtel
    Internet Sales Manager
    Marissa Bachtel
    888-377-9734

    Marissa is the newest member of the John Howard Motors  internet sales department. She grew up in Aurora and now lives in Kingwood, WV. If her name sounds familiar then perhaps you have heard her on the airwaves where she worked part time as a local radio personality. Marissa has served as Maid of Honor to the Buckwheat Festival Queen as well as achieving Homecoming Queen, Prom Queen and Class Clown status. Her enthusiasm for the automotive industry along with her personality makes her a great asset to our team.

     

  • Bill "Smitty" Smith
    Sales Consultant
    Bill
    888-377-9734

    Smitty is one of the top salepersons in the area, and is currently ranked among the best in the region. He maintains very high levels of customer satisfaction, and provides a first class sales experience for each and every customer.

    Smitty is also the owner and operator of "Smitty's Kountry Kream" which is known by locals as the best ice cream in Morgantown.

    He is very proud of his family. Smitty has been married for more than 20 years, and has two beautiful children

  • Edna Fullmer
    Receptionist
    Edna Fullmer
    888-377-9734


  • Marty Daugherty
    Cashier
    Marty Daugherty
    888-377-9734