Click on one of the people below to find out more information.
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Bobby Hewlett III
Vice President
Dealer Principal
Associate since 1978 ![]()
What brought you to Metro Ford?
I live in Missouri most of my life. Started working with Metro Ford in 1978.
What do you like to do for fun?
Spend time with family and friends. I like boating and going to country concerts.
You'd never guess that I …
My first car was a Ford Escort with no AC.
Accomplishment you are most proud of:
Hard work makes it a dream of buying in at Metro Ford. My two kids Bobby and Avary.
Why I'm proud to be affiliated with Metro Ford:
Because we are family owned and take care of our customers.
Your first car:
Ford Escort
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Bobby Hewlett III
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Cory Thompson
Vice President
General Manager
Associate since 1987 ![]()
- corythompson@kcmetroford.com
- 816-254-9800
What brought you to Metro Ford?
I was born, raised, and attended school here (Fort Osage)
What do you like to do for fun?
I enjoy spending time with my son, playing guitar and singing
You'd never guess that I …
Am 32. Just kidding - I am an open book. I'm sure you could guess most things about me.
Accomplishment you are most proud of:
Being a good father, husband, and friend
Why I'm proud to be affiliated with Metro Ford:
Metro is a family and I have been blessed to be surrounded by these great folks for 31 years
Your first car:
Ford Mustang
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Cory Thompson
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Ron Hamilton
General Sales
Manager
Associate since 1998
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- rhamilton@kcmetroford.com
- 816-254-9800
What brought you to Metro Ford?
I moved into the area for my career
What do you like to do for fun?
I enjoy boating, fishing, relaxing, and spending time with family and friends
You'd never guess that I …
Have a son that lives in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
Accomplishment you are most proud of:
My family and raising two great kids: Bret and Bailey
Why I'm proud to be affiliated with Metro Ford:
Metro Ford is an amazing organization that puts its employees and customers first through honesty, integrity, and doing the right thing.
Your first car:
1976 Chevy Monte Carlo
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Ron Hamilton
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Rick Gilbert
Sales
Manager
Associate Since 2008
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- rgilbert@kcmetroford.com
- (816) 254-9800 ext 136
What do you like to do for fun?
Spending time with family and going to sporting events
You'd never guess that I …
Enjoy what I do and all the people I work with
Accomplishment you are most proud of:
Being in the auto business for 33 years and experiencing several positions: Sales, Finance Manager, Sales Manager
Why I'm proud to be affiliated with Metro Ford:
For the family atmosphere and how they take care of their employees
Your first car:
1973 Monte Carlo
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Rick Gilbert
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Kent Martin
Sales
Manager
Associate Since 2003 - Sales Manger
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- kentmartin@kcmetroford.com
- 816-254-9800
What brought you to Metro Ford?
Career Opportunity.
What do you like to do for fun?
I enjoy spending time with my family, doing things outdoors, boating, bicycling and fishing.
Accomplishment you are most proud of:
My family, having a wonderful wife and 2 great kids
Why I'm proud to be affiliated with Metro Ford:
Metro Ford has a great family atmosphere. I like working with a bunch of great people. I enjoy all the relationships I have made with all the great customers of Metro Ford.
Your first car:
Ford Ranger
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Kent Martin
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Christine Gatschet
Controller/
Office Manager
Associate since 1989 ![]()
- cgatschet@kcmetroford.com
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Christine Gatschet
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Paul Young
Finance
Manager
Associate since 2009 ![]()
- paulyoung@kcmetroford.com
- (816) 254-9800 ext 168
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Paul Young
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Jim Sprinkle
Pre-Owned
Manager
Associate Since 2018 ![]()
- jsprinkle@kcmetroford.com
- (816) 254-9800 Ext 149
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Jim Sprinkle
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John Stenvall
Aftermarket
Manager
Associate Since 1988
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- jstenvall@kcmetroford.com
What brought you to Metro Ford?
I moved here when I was 12 years old with my mother after she remarried
What do you like to do for fun?
I enjoy riding my Harley and playing with my grandchildren
You'd never guess that I …
Am only 38 years old
Accomplishment you are most proud of:
My two sons
Why I'm proud to be affiliated with Metro Ford:
The customers that I've known for the past 30 years
Your first car:
'66 Ford Pick up
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John Stenvall
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Randy Smith
Parts & Service
Director
Associate since 2015 ![]()
- rsmith@kcmetroford.com
- (816) 254-9800 ext 160
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Randy Smith
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Steve Osiek
Body Shop Parts Counterman
Associate since 2009 ![]()
- Sosiek@kcmetroford.com
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Steve Osiek
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Dan Gleich
Parts Counterman
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Associate since 1992 ![]()
- dgleich@kcmetroford.com
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Dan Gleich
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Erich Phillips
Senior Sales
Consultant
Associate Since 1996
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- erichphillips@kcmetroford.com
- (816) 254-9800 ext 177
What brought you to Metro Ford?
I was born and raised in Independence
What do you like to do for fun?
I enjoy spending time with my family
You'd never guess that I …
Have two adopted girls from China.
Accomplishment you are most proud of:
Serving my country
Why I'm proud to be affiliated with Metro Ford:
Metro Ford has a great family atmosphere that I'm proud to be a part of.
Your first car:
1977 SS Chevelle
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Erich Phillips
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Jamison Wunder
Senior Sales
Consultant
Associate Since 2014 ![]()
- jwunder@kcmetroford.com
- (816) 254-9800 ext 163
What brought you to Metro Ford?
This job. I live in Odessa.
What do you like to do for fun?
Fishing, hunting, camping or anything outdoors.
You'd never guess that I …
Am an avid sand volleyball player.
Accomplishment you are most proud of:
Starting my family by having my beautiful little girl.
Why I'm proud to be affiliated with Metro Ford:
Because we treat everyone like family from top to bottom.
Your first car:
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix
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Jamison Wunder
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Tammy Sanders
Administrator
Associate since 2003 ![]()
- tsanders@kcmetroford.com
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Tammy Sanders
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Patty Dick
Administrator
Associate since 2014 ![]()
- pdick@kcmetroford.com
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Patty Dick
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Jonny Hayes
Service Drive
Manager
Associate Since 2018
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- jhayes@kcmetroford.com
What brought you to Metro Ford?
I grew up nearby; my family has been in the area for years
What do you like to do for fun?
Hunting, fishing, boating, and pretty much anything outdoors
Accomplishment you are most proud of:
I am an Eagle Scout
Why I'm proud to be affiliated with Metro Ford:
All the owners / staff make you feel like you're family
Your first car:
'94 LeBaron Convertible
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Jonny Hayes
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Larry Stanley
Service Advisor
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Associate Since 2015
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- lstanley@kcmetroford.com
What brought you to Metro Ford?
I was born in Kansas City, MO and moved to Independence as an adult
What do you like to do for fun?
I enjoy music, movies, travel, shopping, and spending time with my family
You'd never guess that I …
Regularly over-think things
Accomplishment you are most proud of:
My marriage, children, work, and evolution of myself
Why I'm proud to be affiliated with Metro Ford:
The growth within, the employees, and what the company stands behind
Your first car:
2015 Tahoe (From Metro Ford)
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Larry Stanley
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Sean Sims
Service Advisor
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Associate since 2015 ![]()
- ssims@kcmetroford.com
- (816) 254-9800 ext 161
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Sean Sims
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Riley Presnell
Service Advisor
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Associate Since 2017 ![]()
What brought you to Metro Ford?
Metro Ford brought me to the area
What do you like to do for fun?
I like to play video games in my free time
You'd never guess that I …
Played varsity soccer for four years in high school
Accomplishment you are most proud of:
Graduating high school
Why I'm proud to be affiliated with Metro Ford:
Great people to be around
Your first car:
1996 Chevy S10
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Riley Presnell
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Bobby Hewlett IV
Service Advisor
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Associate since 2017 ![]()
- bobbyjr@kcmetroford.com
What brought you to Metro Ford?
Working at Metro Ford
What do you like to do for fun?
I like to go to the lake and hunt.
You'd never guess that I …
Have a twin sister.
Accomplishment you are most proud of:
Graduating highschool
Why I'm proud to be affiliated with Metro Ford:
It's a great big family and glad to be apart of it.
Your first car:
Gray Ford F-150
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Bobby Hewlett IV
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Ken Shipley
Service Assistant
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Associate since 2010 ![]()
What brought you to Metro Ford?
I've been in the area since birth
What do you like to do for fun?
I like to drive and bike in my free time
You'd never guess that I …
Am a flatlander. I used to hike fourteeners (14,000+ ft. peaks) in Colorado
Accomplishment you are most proud of:
Rebuilding and growing a fleet maintenance department from 425 cars to 1,400 cars
Why I'm proud to be affiliated with Metro Ford:
The family atmosphere and quality of care
Your first car:
1988 Plymouth Colt
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Ken Shipley
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Danny Stickley
Service Technician
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Associate Since 2018 ![]()
What brought you to Metro Ford?
I was born and raised here
What do you like to do for fun?
I enjoy drag racing, vacations, and the outdoors
You'd never guess that I …
Am such a smart aleck
Accomplishment you are most proud of:
My family and my friends
Why I'm proud to be affiliated with Metro Ford:
Family. I am definitely proud of being a part of this team!
Your first car:
'88 T-Bird (Still have it)
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Danny Stickley
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George Danner
Collision Estimator
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Associate since 2017 ![]()
- gdanner@kcmetroford.com
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George Danner
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James Newsome
Bodyman
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Associate Since 1973 ![]()
What brought you to Metro Ford?
I came to the area for my job
What do you like to do for fun?
I like to play pool in my spare time
You'd never guess that I …
Am a proud grandfather
Accomplishment you are most proud of:
My associates degree
Why I'm proud to be affiliated with Metro Ford:
It is a great place to work
Your first car:
1953 Ford
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James Newsome
