

Greg Ryland
General Manager
410-744-2300
gryland@russelautomotive.com
Greg Ryland is the General Manager of Russel Mazda, Subaru and Volkswagen. Greg has been with the Russel Automotive Group since 1984. Greg moved from our Toyota franchise to oversee Mazda, Subaru and Volkwagen on March 1, 2008. When his career began with us in 1984 he was an Assistant Service Advisor. Since then, he has worked as a Service Manager, Finance Manager, Finance Director, Sales Manager, General Sales Manager and, now, General Manager in the Russel organization.
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Dwayne Butler
General Sales Manager
410-744-2300 x.2218
dbutler@russelautomotive.com
Dwayne is a native Washingtonian with over 25 years of experience in the automobile industry. He understands the import buyer and their needs. Dwayne is new to the Russel group and is very excited about the opportunity to make a difference to the Volkswagen franchise. Dwayne is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity and his fundamental purpose is achievement. You are invited to Russel where you will be treated like a guest in our home.
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Jeff Burnett
VW Sales Manager
410-744-2300
Jeff Burnett@russelautomotive.com
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Jake R. Lawson
Director of Business Development & Digital Marketing
410-744-2300
jlawson@russelautomotive.com
Jake Lawson has been in the automotive industry for over 12 years. He has served as the catalyst for successful marketing, training, Internet start-up, special finance, customer loyalty and business development initiatives, complimented by high-caliber management qualifications and a proven track record in delivering results. Jake is a member of The American Pool Players Association, and is a published writer for a National Auto Dealer Magazine.
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Hans Ehrler
New & Pre-Owned Sales Consultant
410-744-2300
hehrler@rcars.com
Hans Ehrler is, literally, a legend in the Baltimore Volkswagen community. Hans hails from Germany, just like the Volkswagen brand. He began his career in service, and made a successful transition to sales over 35 years ago. Hans has been associated with the Volkswagen brand since 1957, and has thousands of highly satisfied customers -- and he's always looking for more!
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David Lawell
New & Pre-Owned Sales Consultant
(410) 744-2300
dlawell@russelautomotive.com
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Denny Applegarth
New & Pre-Owned Sales Consultant
410-744-2300
dapplegarth@rcars.com
Denny Applegarth has been a valued member of the Russel sales team for several years. Denny is focused on 100% customer satisfaction, and greets every Volkswagen customer with a smile. Denny is a lifelong Baltimorean, a passionate golfer, and an avid fan of the Orioles, Ravens, and Maryland Terrapins.
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Renee Gumbs
New & Pre-Owned Sales Consultant
410-744-2300
lgumbs@russelautomotive.com
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Craig Contee
New & Pre-Owned Sales Consultant
410-744-2300
ccontee@russelautomotive.com
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Mike Blackston
New & Pre-Owned Sales Consultant
410-744-2300
mblackston@russelautomotive.com
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Eugene Smith
New & Pre-Owned Sales Consultant
(410) 744-2300
esmith@russelautomotive.com
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