Meet Our Staff

Tom grew up in Upper Marlboro, and went on to attend and graduate from Towson University. On May 6th, 1996 he decided to learn the trade of the automotive business. Tom started out as a service adviser for two years, and went on to become Lane Manager. In 2000 Tom became the Parts Manager, which he feels was not only a turning point in his careers, but also provided the best memories. In 2003 Tom became the Service Director, and then went onto work in Fixed Operations, where he was responsible for the Body Shop, Service and Parts. In 2007 Tom accepted the position to become General Manager at Academy Ford and using his knowledge from the other areas of the business and operations to ensure smooth operations across the board. Tom carries the same message as the Lynch Family “It’s all about your people”. He firmly believes that if his employees are happy then in turn clients will be more satisfied. This is something that has stuck with him since his first meeting with the Lynch family. Tom likes to hunt, go out on his boat, enjoy crabs, travel and spend time with his family and friends in his spare time.

Malcolm is a native of Maryland; he grew up in Howard County, where he and his brothers helped their father build their first home. Malcolm’s father took him to his first ever drag race at Capital Raceway in Crofton, MD. This is where his love and passion for racing and car developed. Malcolm majored in accounting, and worked within the field, but didn’t receive the same fulfillment as when he was around cars. In 2010, Malcolm joined Academy Ford because he believed in their philosophy of honesty and integrity, which coincided with his core morals and beliefs. Malcolm lives in Laurel, MD and has two daughters and a grandchild on the way. In his spare time, he enjoys drag racing, and Formula1, he makes it a goal to attend at least one Formula1 race a year in a different country.

Russell grew up in Fredrick, MD, and graduated from NADA Academy. Russell’s journey in the automotive industry began in 1974, when he joined Ford in Middleton, MD. Russell went on to join Academy Ford in 2018 as a Sale Manager. Russell’s enjoys working at academy ford because of the level of professionalism shown from the beginning of the sales process to the aftercare. He also appreciates that Academy Ford stands behind its motto of “Honesty and Integrity”. Russell resides near Fredrick, MD with his wife Stephanie. He also has two children, and two grandchildren. In Russell’s spare time he enjoys traveling, camping, and spending time with his grandkids.