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  • BEAU BEAUMONT
    SALESPERSON OF THE MONTH
    BEAU BEAUMONT
    309-692-3200

  • ROD DIXON
    GENERAL MANAGER
    ROD DIXON
    (309) 692-3200

  • MIKE BOWERMASTER
    NEW CAR SALES MANAGER
    MIKE BOWERMASTER
    (309) 692-3200

  • CRAIG SCHMIDT
    USED CAR SALES MANAGER
    CRAIG SCHMIDT
    (309) 692-3200

  • JIM WISNER
    FINANCE MANAGER
    JIM WISNER
    (309) 692-3200

    Jim has been in the automobile business for 13 years, including four years as a finance manager. He likes to fish and go to cruise-ins. He even has a hobby hot rod that is in the process of being restored. Jim and his wife live in Peoria and have two daughters.

  • KEN DICKSON
    FINANCE MANAGER
    KEN DICKSON
    309-692-3200

    Ken has been with Bob Lindsay Honda more than five years, serving the first four as a salesperson and the past year as a finance manager. He and his wife have two children, Dillon, 11, and Jasmine, 2.

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  • PAUL SCHMIDT
    SALESPERSON OF THE MONTH FOR OCTOBER
    PAUL SCHMIDT
    (309) 692-3200

    Paul has been selling Hondas in Peoria for 13 years. He sends his appreciation to all his present and past customers who have bestowed their confidence in him over the years. Paul, who is active in Cub Scouts and area youth sports, is married and has three very active boys.

    "Paul went above and beyond what any other salesperson/dealership has done. I have my own business, and work hard for my clients. You really appreciate when you see somebody else doing the same for theirs. We definitely will be back to do business with him ..."
    -- Jeff and Megan B, Woodhull, IL

  • BRAD MAY
    SALESPERSON
    BRAD MAY
    (309) 692-3200

    Brad started in the automotive business here at Bob Lindsay Honda in January of 2000. He grew up in Woodstock, Ill., and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh before coming to Peoria. Brad, his wife, Amy, of 20 years and their two daughters, Hannah and Elizabeth, make their home in Germantown Hills.

    "Brad, I just want to thank you for making our recent purchase so easy. It was a pleasure to meet you and work with you. I will definitely recommend you to others for future purchases."
    -- Stephanie and Patti G.

  • MATT SZIDON
    SALESPERSON
    MATT SZIDON
    (309) 696-7370

    Matt has been serving automotive customers in the Peoria area since 1987. He spends his free time with his family, plus camping, fishing and hiking outdoors. Matt is married and has two small children.

    "My wife and I are long-term Honda owners. I believe we have owned six Hondas prior to the new one we recently purchased from your dealership. We had a very positive experience in buying the vehicle from Matt. He was knowledgeable, was enthusiastic about this products, kept negotiating to a minimum and was pleasant to deal with."
    -- Anthony P., Peoria

  • BOB WIDMER
    SALESPERSON OF THE MONTH
    BOB WIDMER
    (309) 692-3200

    Bob has been in the automotive industry since 1995 and previously had jobs selling motorcycles and working with the railroad. He enjoys mountain bike and trail riding, as well as, recreational softball and has interests in vintage guitars. Originally from Washington, he now lives in Germantown Hills and has three children.
    "Bob Widmer was excellent. My wife and I bought a new Odyssey and our experience with Bob Lindsay Honda in Peoria, IL, was excellent. Our salesman, Bob Widmer, was the best car salesmen I have ever dealt with. He knew the product, answered all of our questions and allowed us to try our child's carseat."
    -- Steven and Dawn P., Washington

  • KIRK NOVAKOW
    SALESPERSON
    KIRK NOVAKOW
    (309) 692-3200

    Kirk has been in the automotive business for 17 years. He spends his free time as a free-lance photographer and following the National Football League. Kirk's wife Cindy works for State Farm Insurance in Bloomington and they reside with their two children in Danvers.

    "Kirk, just a quick note to tell you how much I like my new truck and how much I qnjoyed working with you. I really appreciate all the information you gave me and your patience every step of  my car buying process. I feel as though you number one concern was to make sure I was making the right decision and that I would be happy with my purchase in the long run."
    -- Fari G., Bloomington, IL

  • ANDY GILCHRIST
    SALESPERSON
    ANDY GILCHRIST
    (309) 692-3200

    Andy has been in the automotive business in the Peoria area for nine years. He has been with Bob Lindsay Honda since 2004. Andy lives in Chillicothe with his wife, Angie. They have two children, Collin and Caitlyn. He enjoys golf and spending time with his family.

    "Andy went above and beyond to make our car experience so remarkable. His knowledge of our vehicle was unbelievable!! He had all the answers for every question we had. We couldn't stump him. He's a truly loveable, genuine, sincere human being with a fabulous sense of humor."
    -- Harold and Bert F., Bartonville, IL

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  • LARRY RICHARDS
    SALESPERSON
    LARRY RICHARDS
    (309) 692-3200

    Larry has been selling automobiles in the Peoria-Pekin area for 24 years. He invites any and all of his previous customers to come in and say hello. Larry is a member of the St. Anne's men's club in Peoria and regulary participates in local bowling leagues and he likes to fish and play golf. He and his wife Pam have one daughter, Stephanie.

  • LARRY COOK
    INTERNET SALESPERSON
    LARRY COOK
    309-692-3200

    Although he's only been in the car business for five years, Larry has enjoyed working in retail sales in the Peoria area for much of his life. One of his hobbies and dearest interests is vintage cars. He is married with two grown children and three grandchildren.

    "As a young female, I expected to have a hard time getting respect while shopping around at dealerships. Needless to say, I had to deal with some very difficult people, until I met Larry. He was so straightforward and respectful ... shopping at your dealership was not stressful, instead it was fun. I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed working with Larry."
    -- Brooke B. of Peoria

  • CLARK TAYLOR
    SALESPERSON
    CLARK TAYLOR
    (309)712-3638

    Clark has been in the automobile business in the Peoria area for more than 22 years. He is a active member of Northwoods Community Church in Dunlap and is a volunteer at Southside Mission and Senior Olympics. He is married to Shelli and has two grown daughters.

    "Clark was an excellent salesperson. He was friendly, very knoledgeable about all details of the Odyssey and was willing to spend any amount of time answering our many questions. We felt no pressure to buy and were very comfortable with him. His sales style and attitude is certainly the one reason that we purchased our vehicle in Peoria, rather than our hometown of Galesburg. He is an asset to your company."
    -- Paul and Marijean Z., Galesburg, IL


  • CRAIG CANFIELD
    SERVICE & PARTS DIRECTOR
    CRAIG CANFIELD
    (309) 692-3200

  • TODD BUCKKINGHAM
    SERVICE MANAGER
    TODD BUCKKINGHAM
    309-692-3200

  • BOB FARRIS
    PARTS MANAGER
    BOB FARRIS

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  • RICH BUCKERT
    SERVICE ADVISER
    RICH BUCKERT
    (309) 692-3200

  • JARED KLAPP
    SERVICE CONSULTANT
    JARED KLAPP
    (309) 679-3200

  • BRAD JOHNSON
    COMPTROLLER
    BRAD JOHNSON