Staff
Sales
Ying "Chin" Chang
Product Specialist
Ouafaa Kouhaila
Product Specialist
Jeff Martin
Product Specialist
Katie Rice
Product Specialist
Sarina Pompei
Product Specialist
Courtney McNelis
Product Specialist
Management
Joe Ortiz
Sales Manager
Jorge D Dominguez
Digital Sales Manager
John Gogliettino IV
General Manager
Service
Tucker Sampiere
Service Manager
Rick Parbhunath
Service Advisor
Bob Snedeker
Service Advisor
Brian Roush
Service Advisor
Finance
Carlos Trindade
Finance Manager
Parts
Rob Coleman
Parts Manager
Siomary Mercado
Parts Consultant
Ying "Chin" Chang
Product Specialist
Jun 11, 2021
I have been working with Chin since he started at Kia and...
I have been working with Chin since he started at Kia and I cant see myself working with anyone else. He has become our family's car guru. The trust we have in him and Executive Kia is like no other. This dealership is a family and Chin is the dad that always wants the best for his kids. I trust him and feel safe and driving out of the lot at Executive Kia. He is not allowed to retire ever :)
Jun 08, 2021
This was my 1st car I ever bought at (73) LOL . I was...
This was my 1st car I ever bought at (73) LOL . I was very pleased with Mr. Chang he was very pleasant took his time explaining every thing not rushing and great personality made my first purchase so at ease I'd refer him to anyone if asked
May 31, 2021
The sales team is experienced and welcoming, which makes...
The sales team is experienced and welcoming, which makes buying a car more rewarding. The service department makes sure that customers vehicles are taken care of and are always very friendly.
May 01, 2021
I had a really good experience at Kia! I just got my...
I had a really good experience at Kia! I just got my second car from them an they always get me into the car I want. Thank you!
Apr 15, 2021
My Sales Rep was very knowledgeable about my new vehicle....
My Sales Rep was very knowledgeable about my new vehicle. He was considerate and efficient when explaining about the vehicle. . The initial transaction was very relaxed and easy.,. There was timely follow up.
Joe Ortiz
Sales Manager
Jul 22, 2021
Executive Kia was a pleasure to purchase from. Staff is...
Executive Kia was a pleasure to purchase from. Staff is helpful and excited to get you what your looking for. Courtney was wonderful to work with. She is patient, friendly, knows the product very well and is engaged when going through it for you. No haggle, excellent experience! Loving my Seltos!
Jun 24, 2021
Katie was amazing and awesome !!! She listened to my...
Katie was amazing and awesome !!! She listened to my concerns and y i was looking for a different vehicle she assisted me in every step made sure i was satisfied with my new choice and yes KATIE IM LOVING MY SONATA !!!! U GET 10 stars !! KIA of WALLINGFORD 10 stars !!
Jun 14, 2021
This dealership was very kind and super informative. The...
This dealership was very kind and super informative. The dealers were very helpful in knowing about all the makes and models and were more than happy to find answers to any questions I had.
May 14, 2021
My experience was great! They did everything to get me in...
My experience was great! They did everything to get me in my new car. Friendly and polite staff. They gave me plenty of options and I picked what I wanted not what they wanted to put me in. No complaints. I am happy with my new car.
May 08, 2021
Best experience buying a new car I’ve ever had. Friendly,...
Best experience buying a new car I’ve ever had. Friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient staff (I worked with Ouafaa). They made the process quick and easy for me. I will be contacting them when I’m ready for my next car! Worth the drive from NH.
Ouafaa Kouhaila
Product Specialist
Jun 01, 2021
I had an extremely pleasant experience with the staff at...
I had an extremely pleasant experience with the staff at Kia of Wallingford, made buying a car a stressfree/seamless transition, I truly appreciate all their efforts!!
May 14, 2021
My experience was great! They did everything to get me in...
My experience was great! They did everything to get me in my new car. Friendly and polite staff. They gave me plenty of options and I picked what I wanted not what they wanted to put me in. No complaints. I am happy with my new car.
May 08, 2021
Ouafaa kouhaila is a nice sales person she didn’t rush me...
Ouafaa kouhaila is a nice sales person she didn’t rush me into anything was honestly and polite very friendly and talked me thru it
May 08, 2021
Best experience buying a new car I’ve ever had. Friendly,...
Best experience buying a new car I’ve ever had. Friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient staff (I worked with Ouafaa). They made the process quick and easy for me. I will be contacting them when I’m ready for my next car! Worth the drive from NH.
May 07, 2021
My boyfriend and I had been looking for a reasonably...
My boyfriend and I had been looking for a reasonably priced used car! We got in contact with Wafa, and she was so friendly and eager to help us get into a car despite our financial position. She presented realistic expectations for what we could afford, rather than shove the most expensive car on the lot in our faces like every other car dealership does. Wafa cared about us as people, not just as customers! Honestly, buying your first car at a dealership was a really big fear of mine until walking into executive kia. Would 100% recommend to anyone looking to buy in the CT area undoubtedly. We love our car, and would not have been able to pull it off had it not been for the care, support, and knowledge Wafa brought to the table!(:
Tucker Sampiere
Service Manager
Jun 24, 2021
Katie was amazing and awesome !!! She listened to my...
Katie was amazing and awesome !!! She listened to my concerns and y i was looking for a different vehicle she assisted me in every step made sure i was satisfied with my new choice and yes KATIE IM LOVING MY SONATA !!!! U GET 10 stars !! KIA of WALLINGFORD 10 stars !!
May 06, 2021
Top notch dealership! Everyone from sales to service are...
Top notch dealership! Everyone from sales to service are knowledgeable, friendly, and a pleasure to deal with. They make you feel like family and go above and beyond to make sure you’re happy with your vehicle from day one. I recommend them highly.
Mar 31, 2021
Second car leased from this dealer! Once again Oaufa and...
Second car leased from this dealer! Once again Oaufa and staff did not disappoint! I HIGHLY recommend them for anyone in the market for a new car! Oaufa is the best! She is extremely helpful and not pushy at all. She does everything she can to make it a smooth process from beginning to end! Never thought I'd lease a car through text messages and emails but in this day and age I guess we need to adapt! They got us into the perfect car with everything we wanted! Executive for the win once again!
Mar 10, 2021
I have been a customer since 2012 since I bought my first...
I have been a customer since 2012 since I bought my first Kia after having many, many other brands over the years, some good, some not so good. I have purchased 3 cars so far, most recently a certified preowned 2018 Cadenza, and all purchases have exceeded my expectations. I utilize their service department for all of my service needs. The service rates are extremely competitive to any other licensed repair shop, regardless of factory affiliation. They have never tried to sell me on unnecessary service, just exactly what the factory recommends. Any and all repairs have been done satisfactorily and on-time. Any recall or service updates are promptly done when my car is brought in. I have never had an issue or had a negative experience. Tucker, Bob and Rick in the service department are top notch. Chin is the best salesperson (product specialist) if I've ever worked with. I highly recommend.
Dec 13, 2020
Found the car-buying process easy to go through at...
Found the car-buying process easy to go through at Executive Kia, and am very satisfied with car itself. My interest in buying a car at Executive was prompted partly by the availability of a car in my price range, and by a repair experience in July of this year concerning my previously owned car.
Jorge D Dominguez
Digital Sales Manager
Jun 24, 2021
Katie was amazing and awesome !!! She listened to my...
Katie was amazing and awesome !!! She listened to my concerns and y i was looking for a different vehicle she assisted me in every step made sure i was satisfied with my new choice and yes KATIE IM LOVING MY SONATA !!!! U GET 10 stars !! KIA of WALLINGFORD 10 stars !!
Jun 14, 2021
This dealership was very kind and super informative. The...
This dealership was very kind and super informative. The dealers were very helpful in knowing about all the makes and models and were more than happy to find answers to any questions I had.
May 31, 2021
I had a great experience at Executive Kia from start to...
I had a great experience at Executive Kia from start to finish! Courtney was able to secure me my car before it even made it to the dealership. I can’t stress strongly enough how my 2021 Sorento S is EXACTLY what I was in the market for, top to bottom. It’s the perfect vehicle for a young mom like me– super sleek and sporty looking with plenty of room for all our gear! Jorge was able to easily get me financed thru Kia Motors, when most other dealerships said it wasn’t possible while on unemployment. I now have my dream car for a price that doesn’t leave me car poor. Anyone in the market for a new vehicle, I highly recommend Executive Kia, and if you’re looking for a mid-sized SUV, don’t pass up on the Sorento!
May 07, 2021
Sarina was very knowledgeable!! Great customer service! I...
Sarina was very knowledgeable!! Great customer service! I would 100% recommend her! Any questions I had she would answer in a timely manner.. no complaints!!
May 06, 2021
I live in Groton . I drove over an hour to lease my new...
I live in Groton . I drove over an hour to lease my new vehicle at Executive Kia in Wallingford. The reason - great customer service three years ago. My present experience was just as positive! My salesperson Sarina was awesome- very knowledgeable and friendly yet not pushy. I found her very easy to talk to and she explained things to me that I had very little knowledge of. Great job and I would definitely recommend her to others. The whole crew is very friendly and you don’t feel like you’re imposing on them when you ask a question. Thanks again
John Gogliettino IV
General Manager
Jun 01, 2021
I had an extremely pleasant experience with the staff at...
I had an extremely pleasant experience with the staff at Kia of Wallingford, made buying a car a stressfree/seamless transition, I truly appreciate all their efforts!!
May 31, 2021
The sales team is experienced and welcoming, which makes...
The sales team is experienced and welcoming, which makes buying a car more rewarding. The service department makes sure that customers vehicles are taken care of and are always very friendly.
May 03, 2021
We had such a great experience at executive Kia! We were...
We had such a great experience at executive Kia! We were in a tight timeline and they got us in and out no questions asked. Not having to haggle was so easy and they gave us a great deal for our trade in.
Apr 09, 2021
From start to finish everyone I encountered was...
From start to finish everyone I encountered was professional, kind and helpful. I had such a great experience buying my car. Chin is just absolutely amazing! He is so kind and I really appreciated him taking the time to make sure I understood how practically every button worked in my car.
Apr 03, 2021
With my wife and I looking to go into a new vehicle for...
With my wife and I looking to go into a new vehicle for our growing family...Chin, John, and the rest of the Executive Kia staff couldn't have been more helpful and accommodating! As a family of six needing captains chairs, we went with the Telluride. Chin kept us updated on the arrival of our new Telluride, made it easy once it came in, and took the time to go over the vehicle in detail with my wife! Kristin and I appreciate everything you did for us as a family and new clients! Thank you :-)
Rick Parbhunath
Service Advisor
Jun 24, 2021
Katie was amazing and awesome !!! She listened to my...
Katie was amazing and awesome !!! She listened to my concerns and y i was looking for a different vehicle she assisted me in every step made sure i was satisfied with my new choice and yes KATIE IM LOVING MY SONATA !!!! U GET 10 stars !! KIA of WALLINGFORD 10 stars !!
Jun 14, 2021
This dealership was very kind and super informative. The...
This dealership was very kind and super informative. The dealers were very helpful in knowing about all the makes and models and were more than happy to find answers to any questions I had.
May 06, 2021
Top notch dealership! Everyone from sales to service are...
Top notch dealership! Everyone from sales to service are knowledgeable, friendly, and a pleasure to deal with. They make you feel like family and go above and beyond to make sure you’re happy with your vehicle from day one. I recommend them highly.
Mar 24, 2021
Ouafaa made my car buying experience stress free and...
Ouafaa made my car buying experience stress free and easy! From start to finish she was very helpful. I had a unique situation and she worked me with and helped me to get my beautiful Sorento quickly! I can't thank her enough for being so patient and helpful and her recommendations for extended warranty and other services! I highly recommend this place!
Mar 22, 2021
My husband and I leased a 2021 Kia Sportage. Our sales...
My husband and I leased a 2021 Kia Sportage. Our sales woman Quafaa was very easy to work with. We told her our budget and there wasn't any haggling back and forth. She got us the car we wanted- that was within our budget and it couldn't have been any easier. This dealership came highly recommended from 2 family members and it most certainly delivered! We drove our new car, that was wrapped in a big red bow- off the red carpet and thru the showroom doors. Can't get better than that! Thank you Ouafaa Kouhaila, Jorge D Dominguez, Carlos Trindade & Rick Parbhunath
Carlos Trindade
Finance Manager
Jun 23, 2021
Easiest experience I've had to date purchasing a new...
Easiest experience I've had to date purchasing a new vehicle and katie Rice was a major part of that. She make the whole experience so smooth and seamless. I without a doubt recommend coming here for your kia and kia needs. And if your looking for a new car look and ask for katie
Jun 18, 2021
I was looking for a Blue 2022 Kia Stinger GT-Line. There...
I was looking for a Blue 2022 Kia Stinger GT-Line. There were on 2 within a 250 mile search, one was at Executive Kia. Despite this being a hard to find car, I was able to negotiate a great deal over the internet including a trade. Jeff was a great salesman to deal with and Carlos made the financials easy. Well worth the 160 mile drive
Jun 01, 2021
I had an extremely pleasant experience with the staff at...
I had an extremely pleasant experience with the staff at Kia of Wallingford, made buying a car a stressfree/seamless transition, I truly appreciate all their efforts!!
May 31, 2021
The sales team is experienced and welcoming, which makes...
The sales team is experienced and welcoming, which makes buying a car more rewarding. The service department makes sure that customers vehicles are taken care of and are always very friendly.
May 30, 2021
Sarina was very accommodating. She went over everything...
Sarina was very accommodating. She went over everything I should know about the Kia Sorento SX including showing how all technology works. Sarina is very knowledgeable and Executive Kia is very lucky to have her as their employee. She knows her stuff. Thank you again Sarina. I love my Kia
Jeff Martin
Product Specialist
Jun 18, 2021
I was looking for a Blue 2022 Kia Stinger GT-Line. There...
I was looking for a Blue 2022 Kia Stinger GT-Line. There were on 2 within a 250 mile search, one was at Executive Kia. Despite this being a hard to find car, I was able to negotiate a great deal over the internet including a trade. Jeff was a great salesman to deal with and Carlos made the financials easy. Well worth the 160 mile drive
May 06, 2021
The sales person who helped me at Executive Kia, Jeff...
The sales person who helped me at Executive Kia, Jeff Martin was excellent. I'm 67 and bought my first car from a dealer when I was 18yrs old. This was by far the best experience I've ever had with a dealer. I will definitely recommend Executive Kia and the Jeff to my friends and family!
May 06, 2021
Top notch dealership! Everyone from sales to service are...
Top notch dealership! Everyone from sales to service are knowledgeable, friendly, and a pleasure to deal with. They make you feel like family and go above and beyond to make sure you’re happy with your vehicle from day one. I recommend them highly.
May 04, 2021
First time dealing with Kia executive and Very happy with...
First time dealing with Kia executive and Very happy with the new vehicle. Great customer service!! Would recommend this car dealership to friends and neighbors.
May 01, 2021
I had a really good experience at Kia! I just got my...
I had a really good experience at Kia! I just got my second car from them an they always get me into the car I want. Thank you!
Katie Rice
Product Specialist
Jun 26, 2021
I had the best car buying experience at Executive Kia!...
I had the best car buying experience at Executive Kia! Katie Rice was extremely profession and went above and beyond. She came to the dealership on her day off to assist with the purchase of my new Telluride. I visited many CT Kia dealerships and Executive was the most upfront and honest. Their business model works well, no pressure and inflated charges. Thank you!
Jun 24, 2021
Katie was amazing and awesome !!! She listened to my...
Katie was amazing and awesome !!! She listened to my concerns and y i was looking for a different vehicle she assisted me in every step made sure i was satisfied with my new choice and yes KATIE IM LOVING MY SONATA !!!! U GET 10 stars !! KIA of WALLINGFORD 10 stars !!
Jun 23, 2021
Easiest experience I've had to date purchasing a new...
Easiest experience I've had to date purchasing a new vehicle and katie Rice was a major part of that. She make the whole experience so smooth and seamless. I without a doubt recommend coming here for your kia and kia needs. And if your looking for a new car look and ask for katie
May 01, 2021
I had a really good experience at Kia! I just got my...
I had a really good experience at Kia! I just got my second car from them an they always get me into the car I want. Thank you!
Mar 28, 2021
Katie was wonderful. She didn't throw me any fluff with...
Katie was wonderful. She didn't throw me any fluff with the sale of the car. She stayed straight to the point, showed me the car I was interested in, made things very easy going, and was so incredibly kind. Highly recommend.
Rob Coleman
Parts Manager
May 06, 2021
Top notch dealership! Everyone from sales to service are...
Top notch dealership! Everyone from sales to service are knowledgeable, friendly, and a pleasure to deal with. They make you feel like family and go above and beyond to make sure you’re happy with your vehicle from day one. I recommend them highly.
Mar 31, 2021
Second car leased from this dealer! Once again Oaufa and...
Second car leased from this dealer! Once again Oaufa and staff did not disappoint! I HIGHLY recommend them for anyone in the market for a new car! Oaufa is the best! She is extremely helpful and not pushy at all. She does everything she can to make it a smooth process from beginning to end! Never thought I'd lease a car through text messages and emails but in this day and age I guess we need to adapt! They got us into the perfect car with everything we wanted! Executive for the win once again!
Sep 04, 2020
What an easy painless experience for purchasing a new...
What an easy painless experience for purchasing a new vehicle. This was my first express purchase and I wish I discovered it sooner best of all I didn’t have to spend a day at a dealership negotiating what I thought was a better deal. I’m sure it’s not for everyone but I loved it.
Jun 14, 2020
Best car dealership in CT. Had bad experiences with the...
Best car dealership in CT. Had bad experiences with the Jeep dealership in Watertown (rude and unfriendly) and Crowley jeep in Bristol was just as bad. I love my Kia seltos!!!!
Dec 27, 2019
The staff at Executive Kia are always extremely very...
The staff at Executive Kia are always extremely very helpful to me and my family... Very knowledgeable of the brand! Thanks to Todd and Tucker for being so accommodating!
Sarina Pompei
Product Specialist
May 30, 2021
Sarina was very accommodating. She went over everything...
Sarina was very accommodating. She went over everything I should know about the Kia Sorento SX including showing how all technology works. Sarina is very knowledgeable and Executive Kia is very lucky to have her as their employee. She knows her stuff. Thank you again Sarina. I love my Kia
May 07, 2021
Sarina was very knowledgeable!! Great customer service! I...
Sarina was very knowledgeable!! Great customer service! I would 100% recommend her! Any questions I had she would answer in a timely manner.. no complaints!!
May 06, 2021
I live in Groton . I drove over an hour to lease my new...
I live in Groton . I drove over an hour to lease my new vehicle at Executive Kia in Wallingford. The reason - great customer service three years ago. My present experience was just as positive! My salesperson Sarina was awesome- very knowledgeable and friendly yet not pushy. I found her very easy to talk to and she explained things to me that I had very little knowledge of. Great job and I would definitely recommend her to others. The whole crew is very friendly and you don’t feel like you’re imposing on them when you ask a question. Thanks again
May 03, 2021
It was a great experience Kia! The staff took time after...
It was a great experience Kia! The staff took time after hours to help us meet our needs and find the right vehicle for use.
May 02, 2021
It was a great experience buying my first Kia with Miss...
It was a great experience buying my first Kia with Miss Sarina P.’s help. She was knowledgeable, was able to answer any questions I had. Sarina also made me comfortable, I would recommend Sarina to anyone I know that’s interested in car buying. We hit it off great and she made me feel good and not just another customer. Rating on a scale of 1 to 10 with ten being excellent, she gets an 11 from me, it was well worth my trip back after being there the previous week and not being able to speak to anyone. Janice Fordham
Courtney McNelis
Product Specialist
Jul 22, 2021
Courtney is very nice and very helpful. She went through...
Courtney is very nice and very helpful. She went through everything in detail and answers any questions you might have. I would totally recommend her to assist with your car buying needs.
Jul 22, 2021
Executive Kia was a pleasure to purchase from. Staff is...
Executive Kia was a pleasure to purchase from. Staff is helpful and excited to get you what your looking for. Courtney was wonderful to work with. She is patient, friendly, knows the product very well and is engaged when going through it for you. No haggle, excellent experience! Loving my Seltos!
Jul 12, 2021
Courtney was knowledgeable, courteous and detail...
Courtney was knowledgeable, courteous and detail oriented. It was a pleasure working with her and I definitely recommend the dealership and car. Thank you for your help.
Jun 14, 2021
This dealership was very kind and super informative. The...
This dealership was very kind and super informative. The dealers were very helpful in knowing about all the makes and models and were more than happy to find answers to any questions I had.
May 31, 2021
I had a great experience at Executive Kia from start to...
I had a great experience at Executive Kia from start to finish! Courtney was able to secure me my car before it even made it to the dealership. I can’t stress strongly enough how my 2021 Sorento S is EXACTLY what I was in the market for, top to bottom. It’s the perfect vehicle for a young mom like me– super sleek and sporty looking with plenty of room for all our gear! Jorge was able to easily get me financed thru Kia Motors, when most other dealerships said it wasn’t possible while on unemployment. I now have my dream car for a price that doesn’t leave me car poor. Anyone in the market for a new vehicle, I highly recommend Executive Kia, and if you’re looking for a mid-sized SUV, don’t pass up on the Sorento!
Bob Snedeker
Service Advisor
Jun 24, 2021
Katie was amazing and awesome !!! She listened to my...
Katie was amazing and awesome !!! She listened to my concerns and y i was looking for a different vehicle she assisted me in every step made sure i was satisfied with my new choice and yes KATIE IM LOVING MY SONATA !!!! U GET 10 stars !! KIA of WALLINGFORD 10 stars !!
May 06, 2021
Top notch dealership! Everyone from sales to service are...
Top notch dealership! Everyone from sales to service are knowledgeable, friendly, and a pleasure to deal with. They make you feel like family and go above and beyond to make sure you’re happy with your vehicle from day one. I recommend them highly.
Mar 10, 2021
I have been a customer since 2012 since I bought my first...
I have been a customer since 2012 since I bought my first Kia after having many, many other brands over the years, some good, some not so good. I have purchased 3 cars so far, most recently a certified preowned 2018 Cadenza, and all purchases have exceeded my expectations. I utilize their service department for all of my service needs. The service rates are extremely competitive to any other licensed repair shop, regardless of factory affiliation. They have never tried to sell me on unnecessary service, just exactly what the factory recommends. Any and all repairs have been done satisfactorily and on-time. Any recall or service updates are promptly done when my car is brought in. I have never had an issue or had a negative experience. Tucker, Bob and Rick in the service department are top notch. Chin is the best salesperson (product specialist) if I've ever worked with. I highly recommend.
Mar 01, 2021
Don’t go to any other Kia dealership!!! The entire team...
Don’t go to any other Kia dealership!!! The entire team at executive Kia made my car leasing experience a breeze! Wafa and the sales manager were amazing to work with and I got to text drive and received payment options the same day and they were completely transparent. Wafa was quick with emails and handled any question I had with ease. When we picked up my beautiful telluride, we got red carpet treatment and they even put a big red bow on it. Carlos in finance got the deal done in a quick manner and we were in and out in under an hour! I truly enjoyed every minute working with them. Don’t walk but run to get a Kia today!!!
Dec 13, 2020
Found the car-buying process easy to go through at...
Found the car-buying process easy to go through at Executive Kia, and am very satisfied with car itself. My interest in buying a car at Executive was prompted partly by the availability of a car in my price range, and by a repair experience in July of this year concerning my previously owned car.
Brian Roush
Service Advisor
Jun 24, 2021
Katie was amazing and awesome !!! She listened to my...
Katie was amazing and awesome !!! She listened to my concerns and y i was looking for a different vehicle she assisted me in every step made sure i was satisfied with my new choice and yes KATIE IM LOVING MY SONATA !!!! U GET 10 stars !! KIA of WALLINGFORD 10 stars !!
Oct 21, 2020
This dealership has amazing staff. They are always...
This dealership has amazing staff. They are always extremely helpful and keep me informed every step of the way. I would definitely recommend going here. All the staff is exceptional in service and sales departments.
Sep 11, 2020
Excellent sales consultant, hard working and really goes...
Excellent sales consultant, hard working and really goes the extra step to help each customer that comes into Kia. If you are looking for something specific, Kia has it. Never had an issue with Katie and i’ve always had a great experience coming into Executive Kia!
