Meet our Operating Partners

Richard Andrews is the Operating Partner and General Manager of Lugoff Ford. He joined Mason Automotive Group in 2013 and has built his career within the organization, taking on increasing levels of responsibility and leadership while developing extensive experience across automotive retail operations.

A graduate of the University of South Carolina, Richard continued his professional development through the NADA Academy, graduating in 2020. In 2022, he became Operating Partner of Lugoff Ford while continuing to serve as the dealership’s General Manager.

In his leadership role, Richard oversees the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of Lugoff Ford, with a focus on sales performance, inventory management, marketing, customer satisfaction, and employee development. His approach combines a strong understanding of traditional automotive retail fundamentals with an emphasis on technology, innovation, and adapting to the changing ways customers shop for and purchase vehicles.

Richard is committed to the people-first philosophy of Mason Automotive Group and to building a culture of accountability, opportunity, and exceptional customer service. He remains focused on developing his team, strengthening Lugoff Ford’s presence in the community, and positioning the dealership for continued long-term growth.

Samer Abraham joined Mason Automotive Group in 2010 and has built his career by working his way through virtually every aspect of the automotive business. That hands-on experience has given him a deep understanding of what it takes to build a successful dealership—from developing great teams and delivering strong performance to creating an exceptional experience for every customer. In 2016, Samer became a partner in the organization.

Today, Samer’s leadership is centered on three core principles: performance, team building, and customer service. He believes that the success of a dealership begins with its people. By developing talented teams, creating a strong culture, and putting the customer first, he strives to build an organization that consistently delivers outstanding results.

Under his leadership, Lugoff Toyota has earned multiple awards and recognition as a top-performing dealership, while establishing a strong reputation for customer service and customer satisfaction.

Outside of the automotive business, Samer is deeply committed to serving his community. He serves on multiple hospital boards and believes strongly in philanthropy, community involvement, and giving back to the organizations and people who make the community stronger.

Above all, Samer is a husband and father. He believes that true success is measured not only by business performance, but by the people you develop, the customers you serve, and the positive impact you make in your community.

Trevor A. Reames Sr. is the Operating Partner and General Manager of Lugoff Chevrolet Buick GMC. He has been with Mason Automotive Group since the beginning in 2008, and has built his career within the organization, taking on increasing levels of responsibility and leadership roles while developing extensive experience across the automotive retail operation. While also growing as a community staple that can be relied on.

From Bishopville, SC, he is a college graduate of both Nashville Auto Diesel College & South University, Trevor continued his professional development through the NADA Academy, graduating as class president in September of 2019. In November of 2019, he became the Operating Partner of Lugoff Chevrolet Buick GMC while also continuing to hold the role as General Manager.

In his leadership role, Trevor oversees the strategic direction and day-to-day operations at Lugoff Chevrolet Buick GMC, with the focus on sales performance, inventory management, marketing, customer satisfaction, employee development, compliance, fixed operations, and community engagement. His discipline of maintaining and training on fundamental cultural beliefs and practices, adapting to the ever so vastly changing automotive industry, while still providing the consumer with an experience that will be memorable and pleasurable.

Trevor is committed to the people-first philosophy of the Mason Automotive Group, and to building a culture of accountability, opportunity, and exceptional customer service. He remains focused and committed to developing his team, building the partnership of Lugoff Chevrolet Buick GMC and the local community, and positioning the dealership for continued long-term growth and success. Being a community staple that Lugoff and surrounding areas can depend on for community efforts as well as any automotive needs.

A 2013 graduate of Miami University and the NADA Academy, Evan began his career with Mason Automotive in 2015 in operations as a Finance Manager. He was promoted to Chief Financial Officer of Mason Family Office in 2018, where he helped manage risk, allocate capital, and oversee financial strategy across five distinct business sectors. In 2023, he became a Full Operating Partner.

In his current role, Evan oversees all facets of the car wash business, including land acquisition, site development, construction, marketing, operations, and exits. Drawing on his experience in financial management, capital allocation, real estate development, and business operations, he brings a comprehensive approach to identifying opportunities, executing strategic investments, building successful locations, and maximizing long-term value.