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Subaru Love-Encore

Driving your new Subaru for the first time is an exhilarating feeling. You'll quickly fall in love with its exciting performance, customizable comfort, and thoughtful features for both safety and convenience. From EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology to X-MODE®, there's so much capability your Subaru can give you, and you'll want to take advantage of it all.

That's why we created Love-Encore, a complimentary follow-up delivery experience designed exclusively for new Subaru owners[1]. About two weeks after you purchase your vehicle, you'll return to your retailer for a personalized session with a Love-Encore Delivery Specialist. Your specialist will help you explore your new vehicle's advanced systems and tailor its settings to your needs.

We want your purchase to spark a love that will last for years of adventure, and Love-Encore can help you value your new Subaru more with every mile.

Subaru X-MODE

X-MODE adds even more capability to Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with driver-activated traction settings to take on slippery surfaces, steep hills, and off-road terrain. Available dual-function X-MODE provides an extra level of control with settings for snow, dirt, deep snow, and mud.

"What a great service this was. I had so many questions, even after reading through the manual. Denise was friendly, clear about the features, and really made the whole encounter fun as well as informative. I felt more confident about driving and using the special features, especially EyeSight®, which I love."
"Denise was very patient and we were so impressed not only with him, but also with all the technology available on our new Subaru Outback. The Love Encore training is a wonderful service."

Contact your Subaru Star Delivery Specialist to learn more or schedule a Love-Encore visit.


Click on one of the people below to find out more information.

  • Jeremy Bridges
    General Manager
    919-447-3522

    Jeremy joined Johnson Automotive in 1999, and has helped make the company better for over 20 years. When away from work, Jeremy enjoys spending quality time with his wife and two daughters. He also enjoys boating, fishing, and training for marathons.

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  • Paul "Caz" Casbarro
    General Sales Manager
    919-447-4429


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  • Thomas Card
    New Car Sales Director
    919-447-4406

    Thomas started with Johnson Subaru of Cary in 2020, and has been working in automotive sales for over 4 years. His favorite Subaru model is the Outback. Thomas is married and has three children. In his free time, Thomas enjoys golfing.

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  • Eric Rich
    Sales Manager
    919-447-4425


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  • Charles "Eddie" Huffaker
    Pre-Owned Sales Manager
    919-447-3571


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  • Jayme Pursley
    Internet Sales Manager
    919-447-4420


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  • Godfrey Akenabor
    Sales & Leasing Associate
    (919) 447-4411, Mobile: 919-757-9577

    Godfrey was born in Nigeria, and became part of the Johnson Subaru team in 2008. Godfrey loves the Subaru brand, specifically the Outback model. His four grandchildren are his passion and running is his favorite hobby. Godfrey enjoys watching his favorite sports teams including the L.A. Lakers, Las Vegas Raiders, and Duke basketball.

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  • Mark Demsko
    Sales & Leasing Associate
    (919) 447-4419, Mobile: 267-278-1714

    Mark has been working in sales for Johnson Automotive for 14 years, first for Johnson Hyundai for 3 years, then with Johnson Subaru for 11 years. Mark is a fan of all Subaru models, and is happy to be part of the Subaru team. Mark has been married for 37 years and has four children with his wife Regina. During his free time, Mark enjoys spending quality time with his family, traveling, golfing and fishing.

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  • Cecilia McElroy
    Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-3570


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  • Jonathan Moore
    Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-3528


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  • Ahmed Elashmawy
    Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-4432

    Ahmed graduated with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Alabama. His role with Johnson Subaru is his first role in the automotive industry, and he has been with the Johnson Subaru team for 2 and a half years. Ahmed has always been passionate about cars and expanding his knowledge of Subaru products. Ahmed is the 4th of 5 children in his family, and his siblings are spread between Egypt, Dubai and Qatar. in his free time, Ahmed plays soccer and enjoys North Carolina nature. Ahmed previously played semi-professional soccer in the midfield position.


    Language(s): English, Arabic

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  • Ras Ran Amon II
    Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-4415

    Ras joined Johnson Subaru of Cary in January of 2023, and it is his first position in the automotive industry. He attended Winston-Salem State University on a baseball scholarship where he studied Business Marketing. His favorite vehicle in the Subaru line-up is the Outback Touring XT.


    Ras' father whom he is named after, is in the real estate business with an IT background. His mother Debra works for the State Department of Commerce. His sister Cheyenne who introduced him into the industry is also a part of the Johnson Automotive team, and works as a Finance Manager. His eldest sister Ayana performs street therapy and spiritual readings in Houston, Texas.

    In his free time, Ras enjoys making music, writing, drawing concept cars and aircraft, spending time with friends, attending and participating in athletic events.

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  • Mahmoud Ahmed
    Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-3524

    Mahmoud Ahmed earned a bachelor's degree in Earth Science and Environmental Engineering from City College of New York, where he graduated in 2022. Mahmoud began his career in the automotive industry with Johnson Subaru in April 2023. Outside of work, he enjoys playing tennis, soccer, and FIFA, and loves traveling; especially returning to Egypt to visit friends and family.

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  • Thurmond Goins
    Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-3527

    Thurmond started working at Johnson Subaru in Fall of 2023, after working in the Department of Corrections for 4 years. The first car Thurmond ever purchased was a 2007 WRX Wagon, and he has only driven all wheel drive ever since. Thurmond loves his role at Subaru as it allows him to do his two favorite things: talk about cars and meet new people.

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  • Je'may Ward
    Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-3539

    Je'may Ward attended Western Carolina University on a track and field athletic scholarship, and graduated with a degree in Marketing. She has 3 years of experience in the automotive industry, and her favorite Subaru model is the Outback Wilderness. During her free time, she enjoys traveling, spending time in nature, trying new recipes and sharing her adventurous lifestyle on social media.

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  • Decausa McLean
    Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-4416

    Decausa, "Dee", graduated from Fayetteville State University in 2015 and has been working in automotive sales for over 4 years. She joined the Johnson Subaru team in 2022 and enjoys meeting new guests and helping them find the perfect vehicle. Dee's favorite Subaru model is the Crosstrek Limited. Dee has one daughter and they enjoy going to the jump park, the zoo and the aquarium together. In her free time Dee also enjoys listening to music and reading books.

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  • Rebecca Ahaus
    Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-3566

    Rebecca has been with Johnson Automotive for two years. She is originally from Chicago, IL. Rebecca attended Appalachian State University, were she studied Middle Grades Education with a concentration in history and mathematics. Her favorite Subaru model is the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Sport (which she owns!). In her free time, she likes to paint and play golf with her work family.

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  • Nicholas Juba
    Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-3502


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    Sales & Leasing Associate


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    Sales & Leasing Associate


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  • Khaled Elridi
    Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-3534


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  • Nelson Pabon
    Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-3537


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  • Garry Rawlins
    Sales & Leasing Associate


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  • Samuel Moore
    Sales & Leasing Associate


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  • Zeyad Elashmawy
    Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-4515


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  • Arriana Ballard
    Internet Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-4408


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  • Emma Lingley
    Internet Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-3525


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  • Jose Mora
    Internet Sales & Leasing Associate


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  • Hallie Henderson
    Internet Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-4421


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  • Crystal Bouza
    Internet Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-4420


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  • Melissa Payne
    Internet Sales & Leasing Associate
    919-447-4421


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  • Crystal Johnson
    Internet Sales & Leasing Associate


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  • Kelly Flis
    Guest Experience Manager
    919-447-4400

    Kelly has been in the automotive industry for 7 years. She was born and raised in Washington, Pennsylvania and graduated from Trinity High School. Kelly moved to Raleigh in October of 2021.

    Before joining the Subaru team, Kelly worked at her family's bridal store for 16 years, Macy's for 16 years, then at a Mercedes Benz dealership in Pennsylvania. Kelly's favorite Subaru is the Ascent.

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  • Gianna Saba
    Receptionist
    919-447-4400


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  • Sylvia Burleigh
    Receptionist
    919-447-4400

    Sylvia's role as receptionist is her first adventure into dealership sales. She is a graduate of North Carolina State University and previously worked for an IT company that specializes in auto repair websites, and she has also worked with a range of other firms in the Raleigh area. Sylvia is the youngest of seven siblings, and enjoys spending time with family.

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  • Junell Mccall
    Receptionist
    919-447-4400


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  • Bethany Scott
    Lead Finance Manager
    919-447-4414 | Mobile: (330) 760-3318

    Bethany has been in the auto industry for 9 years, and for all of those years, she has been a part of the Johnson Automotive team.

    Bethany has three children and in her free time she enjoys spending quality time with them, whether it's at one of their sporting events, or relaxing by the beach or the pool. 

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  • Matthew Bishop
    Finance & Insurance Manager
    919-447-4424

    While Matt has always loved fast and sporty cars, he did not enter the automotive world until 2021 after a career shift. Since then, he has been with Johnson Subaru; first with sales and now as a finance manager. Matt is passionate about the brand, as he has two Subarus himself. His favorite model is the Outback Wilderness because it allows him and his wife, Rachel, to travel to the North Carolina mountains and feel like they can tackle snow and rain alongside their rescue dogs, Brover and Luna.

    When he's not in the mountains, you'll find Matt seeking adventures with friends and family, volunteering at church, traveling, or working in his yard. Due to his culinary background, he enjoys cooking with fresh ingredients while savoring a glass of Scotch whiskey or Old World wine while listening to music and dining al fresco.

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  • Olvin Cruz
    Finance & Insurance Manager
    919-447-4413

    Olvin has been working in automotive sales for over 8 years, and has been part of the Johnson Subaru team for over 4 years. Olvin's favorite Subaru model is the Outback Wilderness. Olvin likes spending quality time with his family and golfing in his free time.


    Language(s): English, Spanish

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  • Jimmy Kamara
    Finance & Insurance Manager
    919-447-4413

    Jimmy is a prior Air Force Medic and Security Force Specialist, and has 18 years of experience in the automotive industry. 10 of his years in automotive have been spent in a position of leadership, with 2 years in finance, with a proven track record of building up teams and breaking store records.


    Jimmy is a singer and songwriter, loves the beach and spending time with his four sons. He loves the Lord, worship, and creating truly exceptional buying experiences.

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  • Denise Vargas
    Delivery Coordinator
    (919) 264-2281

    Denise started with Johnson Automotive in 2013, and has been with Johnson Subaru of Cary since 2014. In her free time, Denise likes to go camping, boating and hiking with her husband, two kids, and her two Maine Coon cats.


    Language(s): English, Spanish

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  • Edward Pizzigati
    Service Manager
    919-447-3580


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  • Alex Riehm
    Assistant Service Manager
    919-447-3586


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  • Michael Thompson
    Service Consultant
    919-447-3584


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  • Jaimie Evans
    Service Consultant
    919-447-3583


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  • Matt Kuchmy
    Service Consultant
    919-447-3587


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  • Robert Butler
    Service Advisor
    919-447-3588


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  • Jonna Bean
    Service Advisor
    919-447-3585


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  • Clayton Golden
    Service Advisor
    919-447-3582


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  • Ray Jones
    Service Advisor
    919-447-3581

    Ray recently moved to North Carolina from Miami. Ray graduated from Cobleskill University where he played basketball. He also played basketball overseas for a time. Ray has been in the automotive industry for over a decade. He recently proposed to his beautiful partner Jackey, and he has a beautiful daughter as well. Ray has three sisters and a brother that he is close with, and they enjoy spending quality time together.

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  • Paul Young
    Service Advisor
    919-447-3578

    Paul recently moved to North Carolina from Maryland, and has been part of the Johnson Automotive team for over 2 years. He has three children with his loving wife and when he's not at work, you can find him on his motorcycle or fishing.

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  • Jordan Goodrich
    Service Advisor

    Jordan graduated from NC State University. He loves juggling and has four plus years of experience working with both Johnson Lexus and Johnson Subaru.

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  • Dylan Cochran
    Service Advisor


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  • Mattuan Miller
    Service Advisor


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  • Janet Kafader
    Service Appointment Coordinator
    919-447-3562

    Janet attended Bunn High School and has been with Johnson Subaru for a year. Her favorite Subaru model is the WRX.

    Janet has a husband, a daughter, and two dogs. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, practicing photography, and going to the beach.

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  • Alexis Herrmann
    Service Appointment Coordinator
    919-447-3564

    Alexis joined Johnson Subaru in 2024, but has been in the automotive industry for the past five years. They have lived in North Carolina since they were born. They enjoy reading and writing books, and have self-published three poetry books. They enjoy taking walks at lunch and being in nature. Their favorite Subaru model is a Solterra.

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  • Daquan Smith
    Loaner Coordinator
    919-447-4433


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  • Jason Lowe
    Technician Team Leader

    Jason joined Johnson Subaru of Cary in April 2023, and enjoys his role as technician team leader.

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  • Kevin Moore
    Technician Team Leader
    919-447-3553

    Kevin has been with the Johnson Automotive family since 2010 and recently joined the Subaru family in 2019. In his spare time he enjoys bragging about how his Subaru is way faster than Pontiac G8's. Kevin is a diehard NY Rangers fan.

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  • Daniel Raulerson
    Shop Foreman


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  • Audrey Rico
    Warranty Administrator
    919-447-3929

    Audrey graduated from Meredith College in 2012, and has been with Johnson Automotive since 2011. In her free time, she likes spending time outdoors, reading and traveling with family.

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  • Jennifer Vincent
    Service Appointment Coordinator
    919-447-3561

    Jennifer was born in Canada, and lived and travelled throughout Europe as a child. She served 6 years in the Canadian armed forces after high school. Jennifer entered the United States in 1997, and became a US citizen in 2017. In 2020, she joined the Johnson team. 


    Family is extremely important to Jennifer, and she loves being a parent to two and a grandparent to four. If she were a Subaru, Jennifer would be a Forester.

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  • Pennie Clanton
    Service Appointment Coordinator
    919-447-3565

    Pennie has been in customer service for more than 40 years, and she has worked with Johnson Subaru for 3+ years. She thinks Subaru Baja's are a cool model. Pennie is a huge dog lover, and she has three large dogs.

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  • George Sharp
    Service Advisor
    919-447-3577

    George grew up working at his family's trucking business in Greensboro, North Carolina. He has been involved in various automotive businesses over several decades, and he has been working with Johnson Automotive for the last 8 years. George and his wife Molly have a blended family of 3 children and 3 grandchildren. George has played violin since the age of 7, performing at Appalachian State University, the Greensboro Symphony, and the Moravian Church over the years. A lifelong hobby of George's is auto crossing (racing single cars against the clock) with the Sports Car Club of America.

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  • Arnold Dumas
    Shuttle Driver


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  • Jonathan Lombardo
    Parts Manager
    919-447-3509


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  • Jake Mosley
    Parts Counterperson


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  • Todd Lee
    Parts Counterperson
    919-447-3510

    Todd graduated from Montreat College located in Black Mountain, NC in 2017, then from Wake Tech in 2018. He has been working in automotive for 6 years, and joined the Johnson team in 2021.


    In his free time, Todd enjoys spending time with his two dogs and his cat, whether they're inside or outside, traveling out-of-state or locally. Todd's favorite Subaru is the 2023 Forester Sport.

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  • Leon Beers
    Parts Counterperson
    919-447-3510

    Leon is highly experienced in parts. He has been working in automotive parts for 15 years, and working specifically with Subaru parts for 13 years. Leon joined the Johnson Subaru of Cary team in 2022.

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  • Donald Capps
    Parts Counterperson
    919-447-3511


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  • Silas Hunter
    Inventory

    Silas graduated high school in 2016 and started working in automotive as an express tech at 18 for a Toyota dealership. He then joined the Johnson Subaru team, where he works with inventory in the parts department.

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  • Isaiah Glover
    Detail Manager
    910-447-7071


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  • Andrew Whitaker
    Detailer


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    Detailer


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    Detailer


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    Detailer


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  • Richard Friedewald
    Delivery Driver


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    Delivery Driver


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  • Jerry Kellis
    Delivery Driver


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    Delivery Driver


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    Delivery Driver


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    Delivery Driver


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    Delivery Driver


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    Delivery Driver


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