EXECUTIVE MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Kevin Maples
Master Networker, Remy Martin XO Connoisseur, and General Sales Manager of Les Stanford Buick GMC, Kevin Maples, is a gentleman’s gentleman with a hustler’s heart, and an affinity for life in style.
A Hustler and a Gentleman.
The stamp of a native Detroiter is distinct, marked by a distinguished air of confidence fueled by the earned benefits of their individual hustle. Kevin Maples naturally exudes the energy of both hustler and gentleman but has the track record to back it up. Kevin is a marketing professional with over 15 years of expertise across multiple industries, most notably known for leading promotions, curating stellar events and marketing campaigns for brands like Remy Martin XO, top Metro Detroit car dealerships, and many more!
The Detroit Fashion Community is proud to introduce this month’s member spotlight, Kevin Maples!
Only The Best For The Best.
Kevin has over 20 years of vehicle sales experience and auto industry knowledge, serving as the number one Dealership Finance Director for the number one dealer group in the Midwest, Suburban Ford Ferndale. Kevin started his car sales career in 1998 at Matick Chevrolet after serving three years as a U.S. Marine. There he gained discipline and sharpened his integrity to become one of Chevrolet’s most trusted vehicle advisors. Kevin continued to surpass his own personal bests during his seven years with Matick and transitioned to Merollis Chevrolet, Chevy’s Corvette dealership in Eastpointe, Michigan.
Kevin was Metro Detroit's most referred vehicle salesman, and a former General Motors Mark of Excellence Award winner for 15 consecutive years before going into finance in 2016. Since 2014 when Kevin started at the Suburban Collection, he ranked number one in total car deals delivered and dollars generated. Kevin’s 10 years of w there has catapulted my career into the next chapter of success.
After 24 years in the automotive business,Kevin has returned to the Les Stanford family as the General Sales Manager at Les Stanford Buick GMC of Ferndale as one of the only Black General Sales Managers in his district.
Cheers! To New Connections.
Kevin is a master at networking and cherishes the close relationships he’s built over the years by referring his customers to each other and helping them make informed decisions. Kevin's networking prowess, and love for his community has led him to sponsor several non-profit events in the Metro Detroit area and to requests to chair annual events like the President of the Torch of Wisdom’s 2012 Golf outing.
As a brand ambassador for #TeamRemyDetroit Kevin curates exclusive experiences throughout Metro Detroit on behalf of Remy Martin XO and the Remy Martin XO Detroit Marketing team. Kevin’s signature events— A Gentleman’s Moment, and The Remy Martin Golden Hour— represents the quality, style, and sophistication of Detroit’s elite bringing together the crème de la crème of Detroit for unique experiences.
“A Gentleman always dresses well, keeps it simple but significant.”
Kevin’s innate sense of style, top tier presentation, and his ability to connect with others was exactly what the Detroit Fashion Community was looking for to elevate its status within the Fashion Industry. In 2022 Kevin was officially inducted into The Detroit Fashion Community’s Board of Directors as the Director of Events. On behalf of The DFC, Kevin collaborates with some of the most fashionable people, brands, and organizations in Metro Detroit to create spectacular event experiences, taking Detroit’s fashion industry to a global level.