After 16 years of leadership, mentorship, and steady guidance, Derek Shelton, Parts Manager at Sonny Merryman, is officially hanging up his hat and heading into a well-earned retirement. A native of Gretna, Virginia, Derek’s career path began long before his time in the bus industry. He proudly served in the United States Air Force, an … Continued
After forty years in the bus world, longtime Sonny Merryman Sales Administrator Vicky Overstreet is officially riding off into the sunset. Vicky’s journey with Sonny Merryman began back in 1985, when she was hired to provide administrative and clerical support for the company’s growing bus business. At the time, she was one of just a … Continued
After nearly three decades of dedicated service, Binnie Nash, Trailer Shop Manager at Sonny Merryman, is hanging up his hat and stepping into a well-earned retirement. Since joining the company in 1996, Binnie has been a driving force behind the success of the trailer shop, leaving an enduring legacy defined by his craftsmanship, leadership, and … Continued
On Wednesday, November 13, the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance celebrated the achievements of outstanding young professionals at its annual Level Up Summit. This year, Katie Millner, Administration & Infrastructure Manager at Sonny Merryman, was honored with the prestigious LevelUp Award, recognizing the notable impact she’s made in her field as well as her invaluable contributions … Continued
The Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance (LRBA) hosted its annual Hall of Fame Gala this past weekend, celebrating this year’s distinguished inductees. Among those honored were members of the Merryman family—Sonny, Lou, Pat, and Floyd Merryman. Held in the ballroom of The Virginian Hotel, the event brought together local business professionals, government leaders, and other stakeholders … Continued
Thomas Built Buses dealers convened last week in San Antonio, TX for the OEM’s annual dealer meeting. The gathering provided an immersive experience, fostering learning, collaboration, and networking opportunities aimed at enhancing collective businesses and customer experiences. Despite the cloudy and rainy weather during the three-day event, the Sonny Merryman team shone brightly at the … Continued
The quiet but essential work that keeps a business running smoothly often goes unnoticed until something isn’t quite right. Les Maxey, Director of Operations at Sonny Merryman, has been the steady hand behind the scenes for over 30 years, ensuring that every facility hums along without a hitch. With his retirement approaching at the end … Continued
We are honored to announce the retirement of one of our most esteemed colleagues, Mike Wirt, Eastern Region Sales Manager. While bidding farewell to such a cornerstone member of our team is undoubtedly bittersweet, we are genuinely happy for the chapter that awaits Mike after his dedicated service of 27 years. Throughout the remainder of … Continued
Largest utility-led electric school bus program in the US achieves significant environmental milestone HIGH POINT, N.C. – March 20, 2024 – Dominion Energy’s Electric School Bus (ESB) Program, in collaboration with Thomas Built Buses (TBB), a leading manufacturer of school buses in North America, and Sonny Merryman, one of Virginia’s leading bus dealers, has achieved a significant milestone … Continued
A new role to support improved sales administration processes and electric vehicle charger deployments. As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting the needs of our Customers, I’m pleased to share some significant news. Effective January 1, 2024, Katie Millner was appointed to the role of Administration & Infrastructure Manager. This strategic move aims to reinforce our ability … Continued
