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Since 1960, Koons has been your leader in all things automotive. As part of one of the largest automotive retailers on the East Coast, Koons Buys Cars is on a mission to make buying cars simple, straightforward, and convenient.

Our Team

Meet the crew ready to buy your car!

Mohamed Atef Ghuniem

Mohamed Atef Ghuniem

Director
Where are you from?

Nickname Atef. I was born in Fairfax, VA

Family members?

I have family from Egypt and 2 kids: Sophia & Isabella

What experience do you have in the automotive industry?

Almost 5 years in the automotive industry

What are your hobbies / interests?

Soccer, swimming, and spending time with family

First car? / Dream car?

First car: 1990 Toyota Celica. Dream car: Just a small private jet.

Does pineapple belong on pizza?

NO

Oz Maldonado

Oz Maldonado

Service Lane Buyer
Where are you from?

El Salvador

Family members?

2 Dogs Coco and Khloe

What experience do you have in the automotive industry?

1 Year

What are your hobbies/interests?

Riding Bikes

First Car?

2005 Tacoma

Favorite cuisine/meal?

Sushi

Does pineapple belong on pizza?

Yes!

April Hickman

April Hickman

Acquisition Manager
Where are you from?

Clintwood, VA

Family Members?

Husband Anthony, Son Adyn, Lulu- Cockatiel, Tiko- Green Cheek Conure

What experience do you have in the automotive industry?

6 years. (Salesperson, CRM, BDC Manager, Finance Manager, Service Advisor)

What are your hobbies/interests?

Reading, Snorkeling, fishing, traveling, and spending time with my family.

Favorite Song?

Sweet Home Alabama

First Car / Dream Car

98 Chevy Cavalier / BMW i8

Favorite meal?

Tacos

Does pineapple belong on pizza?

No

Naim Bryant

Naim Bryant

Acquisitions Consultant
Max Overby

Max Overby

Acquisitions Consultant
Where are you from?

Northern Virginia.

What experience do you have in the automotive industry?

6 Years in sales.

What are your hobbies/interests?

Going to the gym, working on cars, playing video games, motorcycles, and fishing.

Favorite Song?

The one that goes bee boo boo bop boo boo bee

First Car/Dream Car

2000 Ford Explorer /A Helicopter

Favorite cuisine/meal?

Why would you make me pick?

Does pineapple belong on pizza?

Yes, but I’m not happy about it.

Zach Korpie

Zach Korpie

Acquisitions Consultant
Oscar

Oscar

Where are you from?

Falls Church, VA

Family Memebers?

2 sisters and 1 brother, I'm the youngest. 1 daughter named Genesis. 2 dogs, Lola and Princess.

What experience do you have in the automotive industry?

Started working at Koons in 2020. First in the BDC and now KBC.

What are your hobbies/interests?

I like going to parks for walks.

Favorite Song?

Bandoleros by Don Omar

First car/ dream car?

2007 Toyota Matrix / Hellcat Redeye Widebody

Favorite cuisine/meal?

Pupusas

Does pineapple belong on pizza?

Sometimes it depends on the mood.

Rick DeLeon

Rick DeLeon

Acquisition Consultant
Where are you from?

Living in Leesburg

Family members?

I have 2 kids, Ally & Ashley

What experience do you have in the automotive industry?

11 years in the automotive industry

What are your hobbies / interests?

Biking

Favorite song?

Back to the Future

First car? / Dream car?

First car was a Corolla. Dream car: Porsche.

Favorite cuisine / meal?

Paella

Does pineapple belong on pizza?

YES

Gina McClanahan

Gina McClanahan

Inventory Manager
Where are you from?

Woodbridge, VA

Family members?

3 kids

What experience do you have in the automotive industry?

My father had a towing service, Belmont Towing, and I helped out quite a bit including towing vehicles

What are your hobbies / interests?

Spending time with my kids

Does pineapple belong on pizza?

Yes

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