Meet The Team

PATRICK STONE

Managing Director

At school, Patrick was more interested in playing sports than sitting at a desk learning 'boring' stuff. Back in the 1960s, he started working at Premier as a teenager for his mum and dad earning pocket money by serving petrol on Saturdays and during school breaks. Patrick took over ownership of the business in 1983 and to this day still finds it difficult to sit at a desk for more than 15 minutes, and he runs the company in a very hands-on way.

Patrick has seen his business, and the industry, change massively over the years and he believes one of the reasons Premier continues to thrive is because we always move with the times and are always looking for more business opportunities.

A former Harlequins player, Patrick has a passion for rugby, and being half French supports both the England and France international teams.

ROGER NOKES

General Manager

Roger joined Premier in 2007 having previously spent nearly 20 years as regional manager for Hyundai, Subaru and Mitsubishi, and prior to that a number of years in retail car dealerships.

Roger is in charge of Premier's aftersales operations and liaises with our manufacturers, Hyundai and Ssangyong, ensuring that we achieve high operating standards.

A collector of Americana, Roger is interested in old American cars and he enjoys looking after his vintage juke box and pinball machines

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JACQUI PURDY

PA To Directors

Since joining Premier in 1991 Jacqui has helped to ensure the smooth running of the business by happily taking on anything that no one else wants to do.

Outside of work, Jacqui looks after one husband, two daughters, one son, one grandson and one dog. To compensate and relax, Jacqui enjoys reading and going for long walks.

Jacqui is currently receiving treatment for her addiction to Strictly Come Dancing.

MARTIN SIMMONDS

After Sales Manager

Martin first joined Premier in 1989 as Parts Manager at our former Forest Hill branch and has worked his way up to the position of After Sales Manager where he oversees the Service Department, Parts, Bodyshop and Preparation Centre.

Having finally tied the knot recently, Martin is enjoying married life but is often keen to escape on his Vespa scooter to meet his mod friends.

A devoted football follower and an avid Crystal Palace supporter through thick and thin, Martin would one day like to manage the team. He is also a lover of most of other sports, as his physique shows.

MARK STREETER

Service Manager

Mark started with Premier in June 2006 and has seen his role change dramatically over the 11 year period. He enthuses about the evolution of the industry, "I am excited to see where technology and the motor trade will go with electric, fully autonomous, and hydrogen cars already being introduced on British roads and the next 10 years are going to see considerable change".

A true petrol-head, Mark is owner of a high-performance motorbike and a high-performance car, which get most of his attention when he is not at work, however he has a greater love - that of fish. "I have had both tropical and marine tanks and although I had three tanks at home I have recently gone down to just the two…".

GARY SYKES

Business Manager

With many years in the motor industry, Gary joined Premier in 2011 as Business Manager, overseeing the sale of finance and insurance products within the business whilst implementing, maintaining and monitoring a compliant sales process sustaining approval of the FCA.

Also a tech geek, fast car owner and Superman-wannabe, Gary's living room is filled with what he considers to be collectable action-figures.

DANIEL HENDERSON

Assistant Sales Manager

Dan joined Premier in 2003, and has gone on to be one our most dedicated and beloved salesmen. He enjoys selling cars to public and trade, and always strives to provide the very best customer service possible. Daniel can usually be seen talking to customers in the showroom or arranging the cars on the forecourt into an organised display.

Outside of work, in no particular order, Daniel enjoys red wine, judo, football, family holidays, and is constantly supplied with a new list of DIY tasks to achieve at home.

Daniel is also a lover of Japanese sports cars, and would like to be considered for a starring role in the next Fast and Furious film.

KERRYANNE ALLEN

Service Advisor

In a position she has held since 2010, Kerry is a Service Advisor and another one of the friendly faces you see when you bring your car in for service, MOT or bodywork.

Queen of the fad diet, Kerry has successfully tried every conceivable healthy eating plan for at least one day.

When asked about her interests, Kerry said, "Give me a break, I've got two teenagers!"

FRED HILLS

Parts Advisor

Having started with Premier in 2017, Fred is one of the newest members of the team and provides all manner of car parts to customers and to our Service Department. He can normally be found at the Parts desk next to the service reception in our showroom.

Fred is very knowledgeable and will always be pleased to help you with friendly service and advice.

Fred is a film buff, a video game connoisseur, and a golfing try-hard.