Our Staff

President
Ed Stillman
Phone: 610-399-1300 ext. 101
eds@stillmanvolvo.com

Occasional visits to Stillman’s Automotive Center as a boy are among my favorite childhood memories. There was something special about the smell of oil and exhaust and just watching the mechanics at work. However, growing up in Knoxville where my father was an engineering professor at the University of Tennessee made it difficult to get there very often. In 1973, after an abbreviated college experience at UT, I decided to move north to work with my grandfather. Fortunately, he was a remarkably patient man as he put up with me while giving me an opportunity to learn the car business. Over the next six years I filled in anywhere needed while spending most of my time working on Volvos and Saabs. After Karen and I got married, we moved into the apartment over the “shop” where she always knew where I was late at night since the sound of the air guns could be clearly heard down below. It was a time when life and cars were both quite simple.

In 1979, after spending six months selling cars, I moved into the position of general manager. With no business education or experience, but a lot of enthusiasm, my family decided to take their chances with me. Knowing that I was in way over my head, I tried to follow my grandfather’s example of trusting God for the ability to manage the business responsibly. Eventually I developed some management skills while also getting a crash course on finance and expense control compliments of Paul Volker. The relationship with the Volvo Car Corporation has been exceptional which has made for a great long term experience. After all the years, the car business continues to be intriguing with so many recent advances in technology. 

Karen and I have been blessed with a growing family that now includes four wonderful grandchildren; so naturally, spending time with our grandkids is what we enjoy most. In my free time I like to tinker with our collection of old Volvos and when I can escape from doing yard work, my favorite activity is riding on the scenic back roads of Chester County with the West Chester Cycling Club.

General Manager
Jerry Wisneski
Phone: 610-399-1300 ext. 102 
jerryw@stillmanvolvo.com

As a member of the third generation, Bill and Evelyn Stillman were not only the couple who started our family business, they were Mom-mom and Pop-pop to me. I have the fondest memories of my grandfather; a kinder, more understanding person, you couldn’t hope to meet. As a teenager is prone to do, I tested the limits of his patience on more than one occasion. However, being a bit of a rascal himself when he was young, he was well prepared for his role as a grandfather to dispense wise and respected council. He passed away at the all too early age of sixty-six and we all still miss him very much. As of this writing, my grandmother is ninety-seven, healthy and sharp as a tack. The two of them working together in the paneled office at the business on 45 S. MacDade Blvd. is the picture that comes to mind whenever I think of them and the business. Despite the fact that my grandparents lived with us for much of my youth, I would have to say my most vivid memories outside of the business would have to be of boating on the Chesapeake. To say that Bill Stillman loved being “on the boat”, would still be an understatement. He relished even the thought of it. For Evelyn, let’s just say, not so much. 

I began working at the business when I was in my early teens washing cars and helping out in the parts department with my uncle, Bill Bingman. If there’s ever a competition for “nicest guy in the world”, and he doesn’t win, it would have to be rigged. Ok, I know what you’re thinking, first his grandfather’s the kindest and now his uncle’s the nicest, this is too much. So no more of that, I promise. What I am saying is, I have been privileged to work with and be a part of a family business with some very special people, and for that I am grateful.

My involvement with the business as an adult came suddenly when, in 1976, my grandfather’s health declined rapidly after a two year struggle with cancer. At that time, Stillman’s was a small, struggling Volvo/Saab dealership with few resources and fewer options. By default, during the summer between my Sophomore and Junior year of college, at the ripe old age of twenty, with some bedside direction from my grandfather and not a clue what I was doing, I assumed the role of General Manager. To the employees and customers of that era, my sincerest apologies. God was good and somehow we survived.

In 1978 I decided to move on to “greener pastures”, working for Burroughs Corp. (Unisys) in sales, pursuing an MBA and earning a Masters of Divinity at Westminster Seminary, before returning in 1988 to the family business where I have been ever since.

I am married to the lovely Judy and have three children Paul, Sarah and Laura – all of whom give me more joy than I deserve.



Systems Administrator
Curt Stillman
Phone 610-399-1300 ext. 103
curts@stillmanvolvo.com
 

Like many others in our family, Volvo has been a part of my life for a long time.  I remember our father getting his first Volvo, a 1966 122S while we were living in Knoxville.  A foreign made car in the hills of east Tennessee made for great conversation.  While Dad strived to take care of his car, it was quite a challenge for him with four boys learning how to drive on it.

After moving to Pennsylvania in 1978, I graduated from Greensburg-Salem High School and then enlisted in the United States Navy to see the world.  There I was trained as a machinist and hydraulics mechanic.  Four of the six years that I served were onboard the USS Nitro, an ammunition ship at the Earle Weapons Station in New Jersey.  Life was interesting as I travelled between the east coast and Europe.  I also met my wife and best friend Rebecca while in the service.

My big brother Ed asked me to come to work for him after my discharge in 1985.  Since I had a passion for cars and tools, I readily agreed.  I started out by pushing a broom and have worked most every position in the business since then.  After 23 years I am now our systems administrator, which translates into computers, networks and anything else that needs repair.

Scenic Chester County in southeastern Pennsylvania is now my home with my wife Becky and our daughter Adelyn, who is a student at the University of Pittsburgh.  I am proud to be part of the business that my grandfather started, still based on the Christian faith and principles that he instilled in us.

New Car Sales Manager
Jonathan Stillman 
Phone: 610-399-1300 ext. 167
jonathans@stillmanvolvo.com

I am one of the great grandchildren of our founder (or fourth generation) who works for Stillman Volvo.  I am proud to work for my family and grateful for the opportunities they have given me. I’ve been a car enthusiast all my life and I’m told that I could identify a Volvo by the shape of the lights at night before I turned 3. I enjoyed growing up in West Chester and was drawn back to the area after I got out of college.
 

I graduated from Penn State University in May of 2000 with a degree in marketing and played for their men’s lacrosse team in my junior and senior years as a walk-on. After college I moved into the financial services field working for ING bank and Lockwood Financial. While working with them, I was able to attain a number of professional licenses including the series 7. In January of 2003, I got married to my wife Melissa and by May of that year it was time for me to re-join the family business in sales. Melissa and I welcomed our first son, Luke, into the world in May of 2007 and we’re hopeful for siblings to follow. 

Since my return to Stillman Volvo I have worked as a sales consultant, financial services manager and in my current role as sales manager. Out of my appreciation for my family's heritage with Volvo I began rebuilding a 1973 Volvo in December of 2000. The car is now about 98 % finished and is a good reminder to me of the business that has sustained us and the brand we have proudly represented since my great grandfather began with Volvo in 1963. 


Pre-Owned Car Sales Manager
Frank Katen
Phone: 610-399-1300 ext. 114
frankk@stillmanvolvo.com

Biography coming soon.




Financial Services Manager
Larry Spencer
Phone: 610-399-1300 ext. 116
larrys@stillmanvolvo.com

Anyone working in the auto industry must have a love for the automobile. Whether it comes from pushing around those toy cars as a kid, working with your Dad on the family car or taking your first drive in your first car, we all love cars. I was certainly no exception and lucky to have 2 passions outside of my family, cars and music.

Music is still a very important part of my life. As a saxophonist, I’ve had many musical opportunities from performing with many Big Bands, current Jazz groups to leading my Wedding Band, Spectrum, for 23 years.

After graduating from West Chester University with a B.S. degree in Music Education (’64 283 Chevelle Coupe), I pursued a teaching career for 14 years (Fiat 124 Spyder/Chevy Nova/Toyota Celica) and then decided to change careers and drive into the business world.

I started with BMW (325i) for a year and then joined Mercedes-Benz (E3204M) where I worked for 16 years in many capacities…Sales, Business Manager, Sales Manager, Internet Manager and Business Development Manager.

Before the Mercedes dealership was sold, I was fortunate to move to Stillman as the Financial Services Manager in 2006 (S70).  Working next door to Stillman, I always heard wonderful things about the dealership, especially the Service Department. Stillman has certainly lived up to its great reputation as a business and an employer. 



Sales Consultant
John Kennell
Phone: 610-399-1300 ext. 111
johnk@stillmanvolvo.com

Since the very young age of two, I have been in a Volvo.  My parents have been driving one since 1972, and of course, my first car was a 1974 Volvo 140 sedan which was a hand me down from my father.  I literally grew up in the back seat of a Volvo.

I graduated from Penn State in 1994 and acquired a job in sales at a local Acura dealership.  A college friend got me an interview and 15 years later, I still have the same passion for the industry I started with.  I joined Stillman in January of 1998 in the sales department and three years later, I was top sales consultant.  

I became the Pre-Owned sales manager in November of 2004.  I looked forward to the challenge of creating a used car culture here at Stillman Volvo.  The work in progress continues as we challenge each other and ourselves every day.

Over the years, I have met many wonderful people as well as co-workers.  I have heard many life experiences and my ability to connect with people has led to a very loyal client base.  I always thought it important to sell a car to be able to sell a car again.  My product knowledge, solid practices and senior sales tenure have led me to where I am today.  I truly believe in Volvo for Life.

When I am not here, I enjoy spending time with my beautiful wife Jennifer and my two dogs, Gracie and Arthur. We love to travel and just hang out together.





Sales Consultant
Rich Lawlor
Phone: 610-399-1300 ext. 115
richl@stillmanvolvo.com

I was born in Chicago, Illinois and grew up in Morristown, New Jersey.  After college, I started working for the local newspaper as a staff accountant.  During the sixteen years that I was in the newspaper business, I advanced to the position of Credit Manager but I always felt as if I was missing out on a lot of fun.  There was never much of a chance to build relationships or even interact with people.  For this reason, I decided to embark on a career in Sales.  I first spent three years selling residential real estate.  Working in such a dynamic environment with all kinds of different people was very rewarding and exciting for me.  I did quite well in this new field right from the start, and was named my office’s Rookie of the Year in 2002.

In 2004, my wife, Sheila recommended that I apply for a sales opportunity here at Stillman’s.  She knew that I would enjoy working for such a fine company because at that time, she had been working in our business office for over two years. I always knew she loved working for Stillman’s so I decided to make the move and I’m certainly glad I did.  I consider the time I have spent here to be the most rewarding time spent in my career.  Being able to faithfully service my customers’ needs is probably the most gratifying aspect of this position. 

I have been happily married to Sheila for sixteen years and we have two wonderful boys. Christopher (C.J.) is 12 and Ryan is 10. They are good students, good athletes and good boys, in no particular order.  We have been living in East Nottingham Township. for the past eight years.  We all love to play golf, garden and go on trips together.  We are very blessed and enjoy each day that we are together. 



Sales Consultant
Brad Stillman
Phone: 610-399-1300 ext. 119
brads@stillmanvolvo.com

I have grown up around Volvo and the car industry my entire life.  As a result, I have had the privilege of owning a wide variety of what this fine manufacturer has to offer.  My appreciation for the safety and luxury of Volvo has only grown as the years have passed. 

I was recruited to play lacrosse at Saint Joseph’s University and found myself back in West Chester after only one year. Through my first couple years at West Chester University I had no idea what kind of career path would be in my near future.  With about a year remaining in college I planned to work for a company and gain experience in the business world for at least three years.  When the time was right, my plan was to apply for a sales position at our family dealership. 

After graduating from West Chester University I went to job fairs and interviewed with several companies.  Driving home from these interviews I started questioning whether I would enjoy working for these businesses.  In October of 2006 a position in sales opened up at Stillman Volvo.  To my surprise I was able to begin working at my family’s business much sooner than I had expected.  Looking back at where I thought I would be today, I couldn’t imagine being happier with my career choice.  

In my spare time I rock climb with my better half and try to stay as active as possible.  I love traveling, snowboarding, and riding my Triumph motorcycle.


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Sales Consultant
Robert Corse
Phone: 610-399-1300 ext. 109
robertc@stillmanvolvo.com


Biography coming soon.



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Sales Consultant
Jeff Rogers
Phone: 610-399-1300 ext. 107
jeffr@stillmanvolvo.com


Biography coming soon.




Sales Receptionist
Kathy Cameron
Phone: 610-399-1300 ext. 132
kathyc@stillmanvolvo.com

“Welcome to Stillman Volvo” is what you will hear from me if you call or stop in.  Over the past 8 years I have had the pleasure of greeting and meeting many new and previous customers to our dealership.  I have become a fixture in the showroom.

Years ago my first car was a pre-owned 1969 Volvo 240 sedan which proudly displayed the “I Love My Volvo” license plate on the front bumper.  Since then, I have owned two other Volvos and I still love my Volvo!  Stillman Volvo has been family owned and operated since 1946 and I feel so fortunate have been working with my family members during these past eight years.

Born in West Virginia into a family of 8, we moved around extensively.  For the past 24 years I have resided right in the heart of Amish country, Lancaster County, where I have raised my 3 wonderful children, Janet, John and Sarah.

In my spare time I enjoy ice skating, gardening, watching my husband play ice hockey, and entertaining guests on our 9 acre corner of the world.




Parts Department Manager
Rick Bertram
Phone: 610-399-1300 ext. 117
rickb@stillmanvolvo.com

I have been involved in the automotive industry almost my entire life.  I started working in a new car dealership in 1972 working part-time with new and used cars.  I soon started working full time when there was an opening in the parts department.  Since then I have worked in auto, truck and motorcycle parts departments.

I graduated from Pennco Tech and GM University of Automotive Management.  After more than 35 years with GM I was offered the management job here at Stillman Volvo.

I enjoy working with an award winning team of employees and likewise for an award winning manufacturer like Volvo.  Volvo is an automotive line dedicated to safety and preserving environmental resources.

In my spare time I enjoy reading and have traveled extensively. I am also involved with Civil War History and site conservation.

I am also a huge NASCAR fan and enjoy watching and attending races, pulling for Tony Stewart and all the Childress drivers.

Service Department Manager
Rob McKee
Phone: 610-399-1300 ext. 133
robm@stillmanvolvo.com

My journey toward a career in automotive repair began very subtlety at the age of fourteen, while having a small neighborhood business in landscaping.  During that time some of my equipment would break down and need to be fixed.  I learned that I could manage these repairs on my own, while asking for advice from local lawn equipment companies in more difficult situations.  It wasn’t long before I found that I enjoyed working on the equipment more than landscaping and that this had became a very significant part of my life.  Fortunately for me, my family was a good customer at a local gas station where I was able to work part time pumping gas and learning the auto repair business, while attending Cardinal O’Hara high school.  Watching the mechanics intently, I picked up on small repairs quickly and moved onto larger repairs as time went on.

My neighbor, who was a technician at an automobile dealership, heard of my enthusiasm for cars and asked if I would be interested in a summer position where he was employed.  Since I was still in high school, I was ecstatic about the opportunity to be working at the dealership level.  After graduating from Brandywine Junior College with an associate’s degree in business management, I looked forward to working again at the dealership where I had gained so much valuable experience and enjoyed the business ethics they embraced.

That was some 34 years ago now, when I returned to Stillman Volvo where I eventually became a Volvo Master Technician.  I was offered the position as service manager in 2000, which was timely as it has proved to be a lot easier on my back. Now I enjoy managing a very busy service department with a great team comprised of over 20 people.  Being able to work closely with customers, helping them keep their cars safe and reliable has now become my daily passion.

My wife Gloria and I have been married for over 33 years and we have been blessed with 2 children and 2 wonderful grandsons.  When we’re not spending time with the family, Gloria and I enjoy riding our Harley Davidson’s around on the beautiful roads in the Chester County area.


 

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Service Consultant
Gregg Westman
Phone: 610-399-1300 ext. 124
greggw@stillmanvolvo.com

Biography Coming Soon!

 
Service Consultant
Jay Sitler
Phone: 610-399-1300 ext. 130
jays@stillmanvolvo.com

For a long as I can remember I’ve been a total car nut.  Even as a small child I could name cars and even tell what model it was just by its tail lights.  Anything that had to do with cars had my attention.  So, I guess it’s natural that I chose the car business as my career.

Growing up in the Chester County area I was fortunate to experience some of the finer things in life, like all the beautiful country side, the close proximity to all of the major cities and lots of great people that have become good friends.

I’ve also had the good fortune to work for some of the top dealers in the area, like Stillman Volvo.  I literally have never heard a single bad comment about this dealer so when it came time for me to make a change in my career I applied for a job and as they say, the rest is history.  In the short time that I’ve been working here I’ve come to understand what makes Stillman Volvo so special.  It really is an awesome place to work.

In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.  Family is everything to me.  It seems like there is always some project around the house that keeps me busy.  I also have enjoyed the many, many cars I’ve owned and/or restored.  I guess I’m just the kind of guy that likes mechanical things.  I’ve always been that way.  I need to know how things work and that’s one of my favorite hobbies, finding out how something works.

Service Consultant

Jerry Turner

Phone: 610-399-1300 ext. 135
jerryt@stillmanvolvo.com

I have always been interested in all things mechanical, how and why they work.  As a child I remember playing with either Lego’s or Lincoln logs and as I grew my curiosity drove me to tinker with my big wheel, bike, motorcycle, etc… When I was old enough my father let me help him work with the yard equipment, home improvement and repair projects, family vehicles, and antique cars.  Over the last 25 years, my dad and I have restored and partially rebuilt 9 antique vehicles ranging from the years 1908-1972.

Though I had started working on cars at about the age of 10, I didn’t get my first automotive job until I was 25.  After 3 ½ years at the national tire and automotive repair store, I decided to take the opportunity to work in a different field and went to work for a utility company.  Part of my job was to manage the fleet vehicles, so it still involved cars.   Four years later I decided it was time to return to what I really enjoyed; working with people and their vehicles.

I don’t know what first attracted me to Stillman Volvo, but once I was here for a week, I knew I had made the right decision to work for this dealership.  The Stillman family has a good history in the automotive field and the Volvo product line.  The atmosphere they have created encourages employees to become not only close and friendly with each other, but also gives us a chance to get to know and talk with our customers – which is key in any business that you are involved.

I’ve been married ten years and have two beautiful girls, ages 1 and 6.  My wife and I have relocated the family from Delaware County to Southern Chester County.  We enjoy taking the little ones to local events, fairs, parks, and to the beach.  When I get time for myself I like to golf and work on home improvement projects.


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Service Consultant
Paul Wisneski
Phone: 610-399-1300 ext. 122
paulw@stillmanvolvo.com

Biography coming soon