
Meet Our Staff
Click on one of the people below to find out more information.
Sales
- Jeff Richmond
- General Manager
- jeff.richmond@valleyimports.com
- 701-356-8685
Jeff has over 30 years of experience in the automotive industry starting in sales in 1989. Jeff looks forward to seeing the excitement on a customers face when they take delivery of their new or pre-owned vehicle at Valley Imports. Jeff is married and has three daughters. He invites everyone to experience something different at Valley Imports!
- Kristen Pagel
- Sales Manager
- kristen.pagel@valleyimports.com
- 701-356-8661
Kristen is a retired veteran of the North Dakota Army National Guard and has over twenty years' experience in vehicle sales, finance and management. She believes that Valley Imports has the ability to provide every customer with a unique experience and quality vehicle that fits their lifestyle and budget. Most importantly, Kristen understands that a vehicle purchase is the second largest purchase most people make. She appreciates that it is a big decision that requires your time and attention. Her sales consultants will be sensitive to your needs and provide you with all of the information you need to make a decision that you will be happy with for years to come!
- Monica Morud
- Sales Assistant
- Monica.Morud@valleyimports.com
- 701-356-8745
Monica was born and raised in Jamestown, ND. She is a Sales Assistant and Title Clerk, who has been with Valley Imports for many years. Monica is positive, with a good sense of humor, but at the same time she is serious and knows her business very well, which allows her to be professional in this field. Her hobbies are golf, pool time and going to movies.
- Michelle Alm
- DCEM
- michelle.alm@valleyimports.com
You can always find yourself being greeted with Michelles smile and charisma. She is known for her positive attitude and welcoming presence. Michelle has been with us since 2007 and started her career in the service department and took 2 years in F&I to learn the sales side of the business. As she progressed in her career and excelled as one of our Service Advisors, she got promoted to our Dealer Customer Experience Manager. On her free time, she enjoys spending it with family and loves traveling any opportunity she gets.
- Todd Potulny
- Sales Manager
- todd.potulny@valleyimports.com
- 701-356-8704
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Todd was born and raised on a farm by Fordville, ND. He then moved to Grafton in 1985 where he met his wife Delene. Todd has now lived in the Fargo area for 27 plus years and has two children, Tyler and Tanner. Todd likes to go hunting, fishing, watch hockey and football. He has been in the car business for 22 plus years and has worked for Muscatell, Lunde and Dakota Chrysler Center.
- Marshal Girodat
- Business Manager
- marshal.girodat@valleyimports.com
- 701-356-8715
Marshal grew up in the small town of Walcott, North Dakota. His parents own a farm so he worked there while he was younger. Living out in the country, Marshal enjoyed being outside and any activity that he could do with his Dad. He loves to hunt, fish, and go to the lake in general. Living in Fargo, Marshal has taken up bowling, golf, and playing basketball whenever possible.
- Robert Lever
- Pre-Owned Sales Manager
- robert.lever@valleyimports.com
- 701-356-8676
BoB has over 20 years of experience in the automotive industry. He is married with two daughters. He is a long time West Fargo resident and is active in serving the FMWF community any way he can. BoB enjoys serving customers and making their experience with Valley Imports a great one.
- Brian Mackner
- Inventory Control Manager
- Brian.Mackner@valleyimports.com
- 701-729-2425
Brian has worked for Valley Imports for more than 9 years, he has 2 girls. In his free time, Brian loves Woodworking and the occasional Underwater Basket Weaving!
- Erol Gwion
- Finance Manager
- erol.gwion@valleyimports.com
- Kelsey Rohweder
- Finance Manager
- kelsey.rohweder@valleyimports.com
- Michael Moilan
- Internet Sales Manager
- michael.moilan@valleyimports.com
- 701-356-8667
- Bob Schumacher
- VI Loaner, Property and Transportation Assistant
- Bob.Schumacher@valleyimports.com
- 701-356-8670
Bob grew up in rural Linton, North Dakota. He went to college and then moved to Lincoln Nebraska in the early 70's doing retail sales. He came back to North Dakota and moved to Fargo after finding the love of his life back in Linton. In 1976, he started in the automotive sales. He has over 40 years of experience in all of the sales positions.
- Erik Swenson
- Sales Consultant
- Erik.Swenson@valleyimports.com
- 701-356-8668
Erik grew up in Fargo and attended Fargo South High School. After graduating from the University of North Dakota Erik returned to Fargo and has been in sales at Valley Imports for over 10 years. Erik enjoys spending time with his wife, three kids Madeline, Gavin, Cullen and Chocolate Lab Dez. Most of his time outside of work is spend chasing kids around, grilling, and the occasional trip out to the lakes. Some of his passions include hunting, Ducati Motorcycles, and rooting on UND Hockey.
- Tana Martin
- Sales Consultant
- Tana.Martin@valleyimports.com
- 701-356-8664
Tana Martin is originally from New Rockford, ND. She graduated from North Dakota State University and pursued a job in retail sales. In her free time she enjoys most sports and spending time with friends. Her favorite teams range from the San Antonio Spurs to the Cleveland Indians.
- Robbie Seaman
- Sales Consultant
- robert.seaman@valleyimports.com
- 701-356-8740
Robbie was born and raised in the Fargo, ND area besides a two year stretch spent in Portland, Oregon. Robbie went to West Fargo High School and then North Dakota State University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree majoring in Criminal Justice with minors in Emergency Management and Psychology. Robbie has been with Valley Imports for more than six years working in roles as a Sales Assistant, Business Development Specialist and currently Sales Consultant. Robbie has a wife (Callie), two dogs (Kevin and Vinny) and a cat (James). In his free time Robbie enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching or playing sports, going to car meets and cruises and playing video games.
- Jerry Meier
- Sales Consultant
- Jerry.Meier@valleyimports.com
- 701-356-8662
Jerry is married and has three children. Born and raised in a farm community in rural North Dakota. Earned a bachelor of Science degree from North Dakota State University with a major in Business Finance and a minor in Economics. Went to work for Valley Imports in 1975. I have worked in every facet of the business ranging from sales, pre-owned manager, new car manager, general sales manager and general manager. I am currently serving as the Porsche Brand Ambassador Manager.
- John Olson
- Sales Consultant
- john.olson@valleyimports.com
- 701-356-8671
John grew up in Thief River Falls, MN and has lived in the F/M area for 15 years. He has worked in the fire sprinkler industry for 22 years-from a licensed Journeyman sprinkler fitter to a sprinkler salesman. John has four daughters, two sons, and two grandchildren. He's been married to his wife Angie for three years. When he's not at work, he enjoys spending time with his family, hunting, fishing, and wood working. John has a love for cars and is excited to serve Valley Imports customers.
- Zach Bye
- Internet Sales Consultant
- zachary.bye@valleyimports.com
- 701 356-8759
Zach enjoys working with people and it shows when he is here on the job. In his spare time he enjoys sports cards and spending time with his family. He has enjoyed his 8+ years living in Fargo.
- Levi Sokness
- Sales Consultant
- levi.sokness@valleyimports.com
- 701 356-8716
Levi grew up in Breckenridge, MN and moved to Fargo in 2022. Prior to working at Valley Imports, he was a Production Technician at Corteva Agriscience. During his personal time, you'll find Levi improving his fitness through weight training, or enjoying his hobby as an audiophile by listening to his favorite music.
- Annie Swenson
- Sales Consultant
- annie.swenson@valleyimports.com
Annie was born and raised in Fargo, ND. She graduated from Shanley High School in 2016 and went on the play basketball at VCSU for four years. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, watching Duke basketball, and taking care of her cat.
- Gabriel Garza
- Social Media Coordinator
- gabriel.garza@valleyimports.com
Gabriel was born in Mcallen, Texas but was brought to the Midwest by Agriculture. He started his career in the technician and metal fabrication field. As his ambitions grew, he decided to go back to school for Business. His focus shifted into Marketing and was able to utilize his artistic background. His proudest moment is when he became a father. When he isn't spending his time with family, you can see him practicing his photography skills.
- Brendan Stoetzer
- Sales Consultant
- brendan.stoetzer@valleyimports.com
- 701-356-8717
Brendan was born and raised in Moorhead, MN. After high school, Brendan attended North Dakota State University where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree majoring in Business Administration, and Marketing. Prior to working at Valley Imports, Brendan spent three years selling automotive supplies to auto body shops across the state of ND. During his free time Brendan enjoys golfing, and going to the lake with his fiancee Celia, and their French Bulldog named Wrigley. Some of Brendan's other interests include playing outdoor hockey and grilling new recipes for friends and family on his Blackstone.
- Josh Pounder
- Sales Consultant
- joshua.pounder@valleyimports.com
- 701-356-8754
- Tyler Hehn
- Sales Consultant
- tyler.hehn@valleyimports.com
Tyler was born and raised in Fargo, ND. After high school Tyler joined the North Dakota Army National Guard as a Military Police Officer. During his 6 years in the Guard, he achieved the rank of SGT E-5. Prior to working at Valley Imports, Tyler spent 3 years in the construction industry working as a site manager as well as a project manager for two local contractors. In his free time Tyler enjoys riding his motorcycle, and golfing. Tyler and his girlfriend Paige enjoy the company of their energetic Vizsla named Colt. He has always had a passion for cars and would love to share his knowledge.