Meet Our Staff

Rob grew up and graduated from Cloquet, MN; he continued his education at FDLTCC. For fun Rob plays and listens to music, watches the Green Bay Packers, and hangs out with the family. His other half is Kim, with two boys Ethan and Brendon, and two cats Sushi and Lil Dragon. His favorite vacation memory from childhood was going to the family farm in Missouri and his uncle's ranch in Oklahoma and camping. Most recent fond memory was going up the North Shore and over to Madeline Islands with his close friends. Thank you, Rob, for your amazing 24 years of hard work at Benna!

Thad was born & raised in Superior, WI. He has a beautiful wife named Tara along with 4 beautiful daughters! When Thad isn’t working his family & him are out fishing, camping, or outside in general. His goal is to give anyone walking into the dealership the BEST buying experience, especially first-time car buyers! Thad has been with Benna for 5 years!

Nick says he enjoys three things in life:
1. Selling Cars
2. Sammy's Pizza
3. Selling Cars

Luke, a proud Brule, WI native, brings a deep connection to his community and a wealth of experience to his role at Benna. A graduate of Superior High School, Luke’s dedication to his work is matched only by his devotion to his family, having recently welcomed his first child. As a 5th-generation Ford Salesman, Luke continues a proud family legacy in the automotive industry. His father, Todd Darwin, had a distinguished 10-year career at Benna, retiring as Sales Manager last year. Luke has been an invaluable member of our team for the past 9 years, and his commitment to delivering exceptional service ensures that every customer has a top-tier experience when purchasing their next vehicle. Thank you, Luke, for your dedication and hard work!

Meet Riley – A Friendly Face at Benna Ford! Originally from Dilworth, MN, Riley graduated from DGF High School in 2013. Outside of work, he enjoys boating, fishing, ATV riding, and the occasional hunting trip. When it comes to vacation spots, Cancun, Hawaii, and Bayfield, WI top his list of favorites! Riley loves his job because he gets to help people every day while experiencing something new and exciting. With six years at Benna Ford, his positive attitude and bright smile make a lasting impact on both customers and coworkers. We’re grateful to have Riley on our team—his enthusiasm and dedication truly make a difference!

Troy graduated from Duluth Central High School and currently lives in Cloquet, MN. In his free time he enjoys the outdoors, going up to the cabin,fishing and hunting. Troy also enjoys spending time with his children. He says that the reason he has been in automotive sales for so long is because he is a people person. His favorite vacation spot is New York City. Troy has been in car sales for 26 years and has worked with Benna for 17 years! Thank you, Troy for your awesome smile and everything you do!

Kim was born and raised in Superior, WI and left for the Air Force soon after graduation. For the next 15 years she spent time in Lakenheath AFB England, Ramstein AB Germany, Spokane AFB Washington before coming back and finishing at the 148th Fighter Wing in Duluth, MN. Kim Attended college on the GI bill after exiting the military at UWS. After that she applied for a job at Benna and has been here ever since! Married to Rob Hobbs, Kim has two adult children, Brendon and Ethan, a beautiful daughter-in-law Lynn, and two wonderful grandchildren Enzo and Adelaide. Kim has been with Benna Auto Center for 16 wonderful years!

Tiffany grew up in Turtle Lake, WI. She had lived many places before she found her true home in Gordon, WI with her amazing husband Bob. She has one son named Marcus, two step daughters, and eight grandchildren. Tiffany enjoys fishing, ATVing, and sitting on her patio grilling with her hubby. Tiffany states "I have always worked in customer service, but have found working here at Benna to be the best job I have ever had." Thank you Tiffany for your 7 years of working here at Benna!

11 YEARS EXPERIENCE Derek grew up in Cloquet, MN and graduated from Cloquet Senior High School. He continued his education locally at a community college. Derek has been in a retail environment throughout his entire career, including musical instruments and Best Buy. For fun Derek likes golfing, hunting, outdoor activities, boating, music and playing guitar. You can still find Derek playing every so often with his band from high school "The Jury." He has a cat, a dog, and 2 fish. His favorite vacation spots are in Florida which include Daytona and Cocoa Beach, Florida.

Harley grew up and graduated in Duluth, MN; she continued her education at Lake Superior College. For fun Harley crochets, paints, builds LEGOS, and watches movies. She has a dog named Rusty who is her pride and joy. In the summer when the weather is nice, Harley likes to go hiking and swimming.

Raised in Cloquet, MN, Kasandra brings her passion for athletics and wellness to our team. She studied Sports Medicine at Bemidji State University and is deeply involved in the cheerleading community - coaching all-star cheer in her spare time and currently performing as a professional cheerleader for the Duluth Harbor Monsters (2024–2025 season). Outside of work, Kasandra enjoys spending time outdoors and exploring new places through travel.

Brendon is a lifelong resident of Superior and a dedicated member of the Benna team. A passionate football fan, he proudly supports the Cincinnati Bengals, believing they’re the only team that truly matters. When he's not at work, you’ll likely find him grilling up something delicious or hitting the trails on his side-by-side. Brendon has been with Benna for 2.5 years and was recently promoted to Service Manager—a testament to his hard work and commitment. He values the flexibility of his role and, most importantly, the incredible people he gets to work with every day. His positive attitude and friendly personality make him a favorite among both colleagues and customers. Thank you, Brendon, for your dedication and for always bringing a smile to those around you!

Brandon was born and raised in Duluth, MN and graduated from Duluth East High School in 2014. He attended and graduated from University of Duluth, MN in 2018 with a degree in Communications. His favorite vehicle is a Jeep Grand Cherokee. Not to mention Brandon is your in house Jeep, Ram, Uconnect & Mopar expert!

Hello, my name is Billie. I have 3 cats, I enjoy fishing, and I love my Honda Civic. :)

Steve has 30 years of experience in Auto Mechanics and he has been a Chrysler Master Technician for 20 years!

Meet CJ – Our Dedicated Office Manager! Born in Tucson, AZ, but raised in South Range, WI, and various towns across Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota, and Nevada, CJ has traveled all over the country! In her free time, she enjoys quilting, candle-making, and is even working toward earning her pilot’s license for small passenger planes—congrats on reaching your 50th landing, CJ! After realizing Medical Assisting wasn’t the right fit, CJ pursued her passion for numbers and graduated from WITC’s Accounting program in 2021. Now, as our hardworking and dedicated Office Manager, she plays a crucial role in keeping our dealership running smoothly. With 12 years at Benna, CJ loves working closely with all departments and truly cares about every member of our team. We’re incredibly lucky to have CJ’s expertise, passion, and dedication here at Benna!

Haley was born in Duluth, MN and has lived in Superior, WI her whole life. Haley likes to spend her free time with her family and friends at cookouts, playing games, going to concerts, and just being in great company! Haley's normal day consists of trying to put a smile on everyone's face and punching numbers!

Frank grew up in the Twin Cities and has worked in automotive parts for 30 years. He is a 20 year Combat Veteran. He likes most sports and fixing things! In his free time, he likes to watch history biographies and travel.

Jeff grew up in Billings Park in Superior WI, graduated from SSHS, after school he enlisted in the US Navy. Jeff's been married to his lovely wife Karen for 39 years and had 2 daughters and 1 grandson. Jeff has been with Benna for 10 years.

Rob grew up and graduated from Cloquet, MN; he continued his education at FDLTCC. For fun Rob plays and listens to music, watches the Green Bay Packers, and hangs out with the family. His other half is Kim, with two boys Ethan and Brendon, and two cats Sushi and Lil Dragon. His favorite vacation memory from childhood was going to the family farm in Missouri and his uncle's ranch in Oklahoma and camping. Most recent fond memory was going up the North Shore and over to Madeline Islands with his close friends. Thank you, Rob, for your amazing 24 years of hard work at Benna!

Thad was born & raised in Superior, WI. He has a beautiful wife named Tara along with 4 beautiful daughters! When Thad isn’t working his family & him are out fishing, camping, or outside in general. His goal is to give anyone walking into the dealership the BEST buying experience, especially first-time car buyers! Thad has been with Benna for 5 years!

Nick says he enjoys three things in life:
1. Selling Cars
2. Sammy's Pizza
3. Selling Cars

Luke, a proud Brule, WI native, brings a deep connection to his community and a wealth of experience to his role at Benna. A graduate of Superior High School, Luke’s dedication to his work is matched only by his devotion to his family, having recently welcomed his first child. As a 5th-generation Ford Salesman, Luke continues a proud family legacy in the automotive industry. His father, Todd Darwin, had a distinguished 10-year career at Benna, retiring as Sales Manager last year. Luke has been an invaluable member of our team for the past 9 years, and his commitment to delivering exceptional service ensures that every customer has a top-tier experience when purchasing their next vehicle. Thank you, Luke, for your dedication and hard work!

Meet Riley – A Friendly Face at Benna Ford! Originally from Dilworth, MN, Riley graduated from DGF High School in 2013. Outside of work, he enjoys boating, fishing, ATV riding, and the occasional hunting trip. When it comes to vacation spots, Cancun, Hawaii, and Bayfield, WI top his list of favorites! Riley loves his job because he gets to help people every day while experiencing something new and exciting. With six years at Benna Ford, his positive attitude and bright smile make a lasting impact on both customers and coworkers. We’re grateful to have Riley on our team—his enthusiasm and dedication truly make a difference!

Troy graduated from Duluth Central High School and currently lives in Cloquet, MN. In his free time he enjoys the outdoors, going up to the cabin,fishing and hunting. Troy also enjoys spending time with his children. He says that the reason he has been in automotive sales for so long is because he is a people person. His favorite vacation spot is New York City. Troy has been in car sales for 26 years and has worked with Benna for 17 years! Thank you, Troy for your awesome smile and everything you do!

Kim was born and raised in Superior, WI and left for the Air Force soon after graduation. For the next 15 years she spent time in Lakenheath AFB England, Ramstein AB Germany, Spokane AFB Washington before coming back and finishing at the 148th Fighter Wing in Duluth, MN. Kim Attended college on the GI bill after exiting the military at UWS. After that she applied for a job at Benna and has been here ever since! Married to Rob Hobbs, Kim has two adult children, Brendon and Ethan, a beautiful daughter-in-law Lynn, and two wonderful grandchildren Enzo and Adelaide. Kim has been with Benna Auto Center for 16 wonderful years!

Tiffany grew up in Turtle Lake, WI. She had lived many places before she found her true home in Gordon, WI with her amazing husband Bob. She has one son named Marcus, two step daughters, and eight grandchildren. Tiffany enjoys fishing, ATVing, and sitting on her patio grilling with her hubby. Tiffany states "I have always worked in customer service, but have found working here at Benna to be the best job I have ever had." Thank you Tiffany for your 7 years of working here at Benna!

11 YEARS EXPERIENCE Derek grew up in Cloquet, MN and graduated from Cloquet Senior High School. He continued his education locally at a community college. Derek has been in a retail environment throughout his entire career, including musical instruments and Best Buy. For fun Derek likes golfing, hunting, outdoor activities, boating, music and playing guitar. You can still find Derek playing every so often with his band from high school "The Jury." He has a cat, a dog, and 2 fish. His favorite vacation spots are in Florida which include Daytona and Cocoa Beach, Florida.

Harley grew up and graduated in Duluth, MN; she continued her education at Lake Superior College. For fun Harley crochets, paints, builds LEGOS, and watches movies. She has a dog named Rusty who is her pride and joy. In the summer when the weather is nice, Harley likes to go hiking and swimming.

Rob grew up and graduated from Cloquet, MN; he continued his education at FDLTCC. For fun Rob plays and listens to music, watches the Green Bay Packers, and hangs out with the family. His other half is Kim, with two boys Ethan and Brendon, and two cats Sushi and Lil Dragon. His favorite vacation memory from childhood was going to the family farm in Missouri and his uncle's ranch in Oklahoma and camping. Most recent fond memory was going up the North Shore and over to Madeline Islands with his close friends. Thank you, Rob, for your amazing 24 years of hard work at Benna!

Raised in Cloquet, MN, Kasandra brings her passion for athletics and wellness to our team. She studied Sports Medicine at Bemidji State University and is deeply involved in the cheerleading community - coaching all-star cheer in her spare time and currently performing as a professional cheerleader for the Duluth Harbor Monsters (2024–2025 season). Outside of work, Kasandra enjoys spending time outdoors and exploring new places through travel.

Brendon is a lifelong resident of Superior and a dedicated member of the Benna team. A passionate football fan, he proudly supports the Cincinnati Bengals, believing they’re the only team that truly matters. When he's not at work, you’ll likely find him grilling up something delicious or hitting the trails on his side-by-side. Brendon has been with Benna for 2.5 years and was recently promoted to Service Manager—a testament to his hard work and commitment. He values the flexibility of his role and, most importantly, the incredible people he gets to work with every day. His positive attitude and friendly personality make him a favorite among both colleagues and customers. Thank you, Brendon, for your dedication and for always bringing a smile to those around you!

Brandon was born and raised in Duluth, MN and graduated from Duluth East High School in 2014. He attended and graduated from University of Duluth, MN in 2018 with a degree in Communications. His favorite vehicle is a Jeep Grand Cherokee. Not to mention Brandon is your in house Jeep, Ram, Uconnect & Mopar expert!

Hello, my name is Billie. I have 3 cats, I enjoy fishing, and I love my Honda Civic. :)

Steve has 30 years of experience in Auto Mechanics and he has been a Chrysler Master Technician for 20 years!

Frank grew up in the Twin Cities and has worked in automotive parts for 30 years. He is a 20 year Combat Veteran. He likes most sports and fixing things! In his free time, he likes to watch history biographies and travel.

Meet CJ – Our Dedicated Office Manager! Born in Tucson, AZ, but raised in South Range, WI, and various towns across Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota, and Nevada, CJ has traveled all over the country! In her free time, she enjoys quilting, candle-making, and is even working toward earning her pilot’s license for small passenger planes—congrats on reaching your 50th landing, CJ! After realizing Medical Assisting wasn’t the right fit, CJ pursued her passion for numbers and graduated from WITC’s Accounting program in 2021. Now, as our hardworking and dedicated Office Manager, she plays a crucial role in keeping our dealership running smoothly. With 12 years at Benna, CJ loves working closely with all departments and truly cares about every member of our team. We’re incredibly lucky to have CJ’s expertise, passion, and dedication here at Benna!

Haley was born in Duluth, MN and has lived in Superior, WI her whole life. Haley likes to spend her free time with her family and friends at cookouts, playing games, going to concerts, and just being in great company! Haley's normal day consists of trying to put a smile on everyone's face and punching numbers!

Jeff grew up in Billings Park in Superior WI, graduated from SSHS, after school he enlisted in the US Navy. Jeff's been married to his lovely wife Karen for 39 years and had 2 daughters and 1 grandson. Jeff has been with Benna for 10 years.