Meet Our Staff

Started at Johnson Motors in 1999. Chris Wheeler wants to provide all customers of Johnson Motor with a great purchase and ownership experience that they deserve when they are making this important decision. He grew up in Saint Cloud, Minnesota and is a graduate of UW-Eau Claire. When he is not at Johnson Motors, he enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, traveling and going to sporting events, especially the Minnesota Vikings and Wild. He is married to his wife Darla and they have 2 daughters, Hannah and Alex.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2002.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2015.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2015.

Started with Johnson Motors in 2008. 5 of David's Favorite Things Are: 1) Wife Erin & Son Connor 2) Golfing 3) Playing Cards 4) Hunting & Fishing 5) Sports

Started with Johnson Motors in 2014. When I am not at Johnson Motors, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends either on the lake or trying out a new coffee shop. I love my job because I get to work with the best in the Automotive Industry. It is great to be able to come to work and know we have our clients best long term interest in mind. Did you know the Client Care Dept. takes care of all 4 of Johnson Motors locations out of the New Richmond office? We do! If you have a question, concern or experience you would like to share? I would like to hear about it. Feel free to give me a call 715-246-2261, send me a text 651-314-9384 or email me: KatieW@JohnsonMotors.com. Thank you in advance. -Katie

Started at Johnson Motors in 1998.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2004.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2002.

Started with Johnson Motors in 2015.

Started at Johnson Motors in 1997. 5 of Sandy's Favorite Things Are: 1) Family, Married for 32 years & blessed with 2 children 2) Horseback riding on my AQHA MoonShine 3) Camping in the Midwest, Wyoming & Montana 4) A Good Book 5) Chocolate & Coffee

Started with Johnson Motors in 2005.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2008. 5 of Brad's Favorite Things Are: 1) Family 2) Ice Fishing 3) Classic Arcade Games and Pinball 4) Boating 5) Fixing Things

Started at Johnson Motors in 2014.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2015. 5 of Jennifer's Favorite Things Are: 1) My Family 2) Pets 3) Curled up in a blanket reading a book 4) Laughing so hard I cry 5) Baby/Little kid giggles

Started at Johnson Motors in 2013.

Started with Johnson Motors in 1998. 5 of Chris's Favorite Things Are: 1) Family 2) Green Bay Packers 3) Horses 4) Chocolates/Sweets 5) Chevrolet Trucks

Started at Johnson Motors in 2004. ___ 5 of Sandy's Favorite Things Are: 1) Camping, Canoeing, and Fishing 2) Watching her daughters play Volleyball, Basketball, and Softball 3) Watching NFL and NASCAR 4) Agate Hunting 5) "Friday" Brad

Started at Johnson Motors in 2015.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2015. 5 of Jessica's Favorite Things Are: 1) Husband: Bobby and Son: Ford 2) Books, Photography, Art, and Baking 3) Coffee Houses and Wineries 4) Bonfires with friends and family 5) Anything Outdoor Recreational Activities

Started at Johnson Motors in 1990.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2011. 5 of Sheri's Favorite Things Are: 1) Her husband and Family are her number one importance in life. 2) Camping at her family's site in Birchwood, WI. 3) She loves books. 4) She is thankful for her job, and reliable vehicle. She feels they all go hand in hand. 5) She is at a point in her life that she is truly happy.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2015.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2015. ___ 5 of Amanda's Favorite Things Are: 1) Her Children 2) Spending time with her family and friends 3) Camping on the weekends in the summer 4) Sitting around bonfires with my friends/family 5) Going motorcycling with my husband and friends

Started at Johnson Motors in 2015.

Started with Johnson Motors in 2014. Working at Johnson Motors & Johnson Ford is not only fun, rewarding and gratifying, it is also an opportunity to learn and grow! 5 of Emily's Favorite Things Are: 1) Spending time with family 2) Hanging out with friends 3) Working at Johnson Motors 4) Spending time with my cat, Keesha 5) Playing video games.

Started with Johnson Motors in 2016.

Started with Johnson Motors in 2016. 5 of Brittany's Favorite Things are: 1)Relaxing at home with her 2 cats Marley and Beaker. 2)Singing Karaoke. 3)Traveling to visit the beaches and sticking her toes in the sand. 4)Hanging out with friends 5)Finding new adventures or experiences.

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Started with Johnson Motors in 2016. 5 of Tracie's Favorite Things are: 1)Going four-wheeling with her family. 2)Going up to her mother's cabin in Herbster, WI. 3)Listening to music. 4) Spending time with her husband Scott, her 4 kids, 2 grandkids, and another grand kid on the way. 5)Reading books when she has some quiet time.

Started with Johnson Motors in 2016. 5 of Debbie's Favorite Things are: 1)Playing with her 2 grandchildren 2)Working outside on her garden. 3)Traveling to new locations. 4)Relaxing at home with her family. 5)Playing Farmville on Facebook

Started with Johnson Motors in 1998.

Started with Johnson Motors in 1989. Top 4 need to knows about Ed are: 1) He has worked at Johnson Motors for 26 years and has overall 34 years experience of helping families find the best vehicle for them to best fit their needs. 2) He enjoys spending time with his wife, Marilyn, 4 children and 4 grandchildren. 3) When he isn't at Johnson Motors he is meeting his customers while he is fishing and vacationing. 4) He also enjoys meeting new people. "Stop by and say hello! I would like to help you make the most informative decision."-Ed

Ryan has been married to Janelle for the past 16 years and they have a beagle named Wrigley. Ryan has been with Johnson Motors since 2002. When he isn't figuring out the best value for his customers, Ryan enjoys being outside playing baseball, hockey, golf, and hunting.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2010.

Started with Johnson Motors in 2014. 5 of Jess's Favorite Things Are: 1) Family Time 2) Spending Time with Friends 3) Hunting 4) Ice Fishing 5) Camping

Started with Johnson Motors in 2015. 5 of Allie's Favorite Things Are: 1) My Baby arriving in March! 2) The Outdoors 3) My Horses 4) My Family 5) My Job

Started at Johnson Motors in 2014.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2015. Derek grew up in New Richmond, where he currently lives with his wife, Abby. Derek is an active leader in the St. Croix County Riverside 4H Club where he assists in horse riding clinics at the family ranch in New Richmond. When Derek is not at Johnson Motors, he enjoys spending his time hunting, fishing, camping, and spending time with family and his dog, Diesel.

I started with the Ford dealership in 1997. Married to my beautiful wife Cathy for 37 years. I have 4 wonderful children, and 4 beautiful grand children. When not helping people with their vehicle needs, I enjoy spending time with family and friends at sporting events, hunting with my kids, and golfing with family and friends.

I have been with Ford since 2014, I have four beautiful daughters. My hobbies are hunting, fishing and anything that has to do with the outdoors.

Started with Johnson Ford in 2015.

Started with Johnson Motors in 2011.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2013.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2015. "I enjoy spending time with my wife and kids as well as meeting up with good friends. Teja is my Italian Mastif. In my free time I enjoy preparing great food and cooking gourmet style dishes. I also like spending warm summer evenings on our deck. Stop by and say hello. I would like to meet you."

Started at Johnson Motors in 1998. ___ Hello, my name is Craig Formoe. I am a graduate of Boyceville High School and a graduate of Brown College, with a degree in Radio/Television Communications. I am married to my high school sweetheart Sharon and we have 5 grandchildren. I love to travel, deer hunt, and ride my Harley. My previous careers include: Disc Jockeying, Sales Consulting for A.A.L Insurance Company and managing for Mills Fleet Farm. I have been with Johnson Motors since 1998 and around the dealership I am known as "The Short Little Bald Guy". I look forward to see you soon!

Mark has been helping customers find a perfect vehicle at Johnson Motors since 1998. He takes the time to share his knowledge with customers; covering every detail about the car they are considering. Mark and his wife moved to Menomonie in 1982 due to a job transfer. They fell in love with the community and its people and found it to be a great place to raise their children Hannah and Trent. Mark's passion for autos started in the 70's and 80's after owning several different muscle cars! Since then he has closely followed the auto industry keeping up with the changing models and engines. If you ask Mark's customers why they by their vehicles from him, their response would be; they trust him and he does everything possible to make sure his customers end up with the vehicle that fits their needs.

Started with Johnson Motors in 2011. Ben started in the car business in 2011. He prides himself on his knowledge of cars and especially Buicks and GMC's. He has a passion to learn and is always willing to lend a helping hand. He resides in Menomonie with is wife Robin and their four kids. He loves to hunt, fish, and spend time teaching his kids how to build and fix things. When you are in the market for a fun-filled and laid back buying experience, come see Ben!

Started with Johnson Motors in 2015.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2014.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2012.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2013.

Started with Johnson Motors in 2005. ___ When Rob started his career at Johnson Motors, he was a Business Manager traveling between each of the three stores. He then went from Used Car Sales Manager at Johnson Motors of Menomonie to his current position as Finance Director. Rob and his wife, Kim, live in Eau Claire and he has one daughter. He is an avid Packers and Brewers fan; he is also a former umpire and referee.

Nate recently got married to Allison and they currently reside in Eau Claire. Outside of work, Nate enjoys golfing, playing basketball and hanging out with his friends. Nate has been with Johnson Motors since 2013. He is currently the Business Manager and has a strong background in finance. Nate prides himself on customer service and satisfaction. His goal is to help each customer/family into the best situation possible.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2014. ___"I highly recommend Ryan Ludy as your salesman! He provided any information requested and is100% honest. I will recommend this dealership anyone! They want the best for you and to leave you happy." -Stephanie B. Ryan Ludy grew up in small town Turtle Lake, WI where his Grandfather owned and operated the family car dealership. Ryan's love for automotive business started when he was young and it has only grown. Though automobiles are not his only love; Ryan has a passion for the medial field where he has spend eight years in the emergency medical field as a Critical Care Paramedic and as the Deputy Medical Examiner for Barron County, WI. Prior to entering the medical field, Ryan worked for his father in the family owned cheese factory in Turtle Lake, WI. With so many roots in Turtle Lake, Ryan decided to settle down there with his Wife (high school Sweetheart), Beth and raise a family. Ryan has three children: Joseph, Lily and Reagan who help keep him busy. With what free time Ryan has, he spends it fishing, hunting and supporting his favorite sports teams (Packers, Badgers, and the TL Lakers) with his wife and children.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2001.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2008.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2012.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2015. Courtney's 5 Facts: 1) I’m a sports addict! I love watching the Minnesota Vikings, Minnesota Wild and the University of North Dakota Fighting Sioux. There is nothing better than making it to watch my teams live! 2) I cannot get enough of the Walking Dead television show, I absolutely love it 3) In my spare time you can catch me with a camera in my hand, my true passion in life is photography 4) I’m a complete bookworm. Give me a mug of coffee or tea with a good book and I’m a happy camper 5) I am absolutely in love with anything and everything Jurassic Park. When it comes to the franchise I’m a total kid at heart!

Started at Johnson Motors in 2002.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2008. ___5 of Amanda's Favorite Things Are: 1) Playing with her 13 month old son, Declan 2) Attending demolition derbies and truck pulls 3) Dirt Track Racing 4) Lots of Coffee 5) I have been employed at Johnson Motors since February 2008 and have challenged myself into a career path I never imagined possible. It is great to be appreciated.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2012.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2014.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2015.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2015.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2015.

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Started at Johnson Motors in 2014.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2011.

Started at Johnson Motors in 1997.

Started at Johnson Motors in 1996.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2001. 4 of Rob's Favorite Things Are: 1) Working on the Family Farm 2) Hunting 3) Paintball wars on the weekends 4) Restoring John Deere Tractors

Started at Johnson Motors in 2014.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2014.

Started at Johnson Motors in 1989.

Started at Johnson Motors in 1994.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2007.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2014.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2014.

Started at Johnson Ford in 1990. He lives in Star Prairie with his 4 children; Keith, Catherine, Amanda, and Angela. They all participate in hockey and this is where they spend a lot of time together as a family during the winter months. During the summer they enjoy spending time at the cabin, riding 4 wheeler and other outdoor activities. They also have family game nights that they like to participate in as well.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2011.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2015.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2014.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2015. 5 of Toya's Favorite Things Are: 1) Spending time with my son Jaydon 2) Spending time with family and friends 3) Spending time outdoors 4) Camping and riding ATV's 5) Scrapbooking

Started at Johnson Motors in 2013.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2008.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2011.

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Started at Johnson Motors in 1999.

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Started at Johnson Motors in 2015.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2015.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2006. 5 of Travis's Favorite Things Are: 1) Working on cars 2) Riding his Harley 3) Family time with the kids and dog 4) Video Gaming 5) Making home repairs

Started at Johnson Motors in 2014. 5 of Travis's Favorite Things Are: 1) Hunting 2) Ice Fishing 3) Four Wheeling 4) Grilling 5) Bonfires & Being Outdoors

Started at Johnson Motors in 1994.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2005.

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Started at Johnson Motors in 1989.

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Started at Johnson Motors in 1984.

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Started at Johnson Motors in 2002.

Started at Johnson Motors in 2013.