Meet Our Staff
As a Brand Manager for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Washington, I take pride in providing an honest, informative, and pleasant buying experience for my customers. I enjoy working with luxury brands and learning as much about our products and their features as possible. My commitment to customer satisfaction will always remain a priority, and I am proud of the positive reviews and feedback I receive from my clients on Google, Auto Trader, and Yelp. I received my JD in Law from La Sagesse University and was a Porsche brand Ambassador before moving to Roll Royce, Lamborghini, and McLaren Sterling. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, working out, swimming, flying, and dancing. Overall, I am a caring and personable person who genuinely loves to help others!
As a Brand Manager for McLaren with a decade of luxury and domestic sales experience, I'm deeply invested in the niche market of luxury automobiles. I have deep roots in the auto industry, with my spouse of 4 years working in the same field. Together, we have two children and share an immense passion for fast cars, fast bikes, and aircraft. I was raised in Montgomery, NJ and eventually graduated Highschool in Princeton, West Virginia. I have also attended Concord University in Athens, West Virgina with a focus in Business Administration. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with family and riding adventures on my motorcycles. Through event participation and organization, I showcase supercars and enhance brand visibility while engaging with potential customers in dynamic settings. My enthusiasm for this industry is infectious, and I thrive in sharing my knowledge with others. I'm fluent in multiple languages and have traveled extensively, exploring my passion for supercars, fast bikes, and all things automotive. Navigating complex sales is my forte, as I have successfully managed numerous high-value transactions with finesse and confidence. My genuine passion for supercars translates into engaging interactions, fostering connections with clients and creating memorable buying experiences.
Hello! My name is Sean Welborn and I was born and raised in Maryland, and attended McDonough High School. I joined the U.S. Navy after attending college in Florida as an Art Major. During my time in the U.S. Navy, as a Rescue Swimmer, I was able to travel the world and build lifelong friendships with some of the shipmates I served with. I have over two decades of experience in the automotive business, and each day I put that expertise to work at Sterling Motorcars. I currently reside in Ashburn, VA, with my wife and two kids. In my free time, you can find me out on the field playing Lacrosse, or training for the next Ironman Triathlon. I truly believe that customers are the most important asset we have. I always say, “If we provide our customers with the highest level of service for all their automotive needs, they will be our customers for life."
I joined the team in 2012 and am looking forward to many more successful years to come. If you are looking for a dealership that will take your buying experience to the next level, look no further! Here at Washington Exotics, our customers are our first priority, and we make sure to treat everyone with respect, honesty, integrity, and professionalism. As a finance manager, I always do my best to ensure that our customers receive a great experience, and I do everything possible to make the process fun and easy while looking out for the client’s best interest.
With a deep passion for the automotive industry, I have dedicated my career working across various roles with different luxury brands. After high school, I moved to Germany to pursue an apprenticeship as a technician with Mercedes-Benz in Stuttgart, while attending the renowned Wilhelm-Maybach Technical School. My eight years of living in Germany allowed me to become fluent in the German language, which I still actively use today. Throughout my career, I’ve gained experience working with the Department of Motor Vehicles in both Las Vegas, Nevada, and Sterling, Virginia. Since relocating to Virginia in 2020, I’ve had the privilege of serving as an adviser for brands such as Porsche, Tesla, and BMW Motorrad. Beyond my professional life, my love for cars and motorcycles is just as strong. I enjoy riding my motorcycle whenever the weather permits, and I cherish quality time spent with family and friends. I am thrilled to be a part of the Washington Exotics team and look forward to assisting you with all your service needs!
On behalf of the Washington Exotics, I would like to welcome you to our dealership. We pride ourselves on going above and beyond for every customer, regardless of their vehicle needs. From the moment you walk onto our lot, you can depend on our amazing staff to greet you with friendliness and true professionalism. We listen to all of your needs, and always work in your best interests. As the General Manager here at Sterling Motorcars, I make sure I’m available to help out, doing everything possible to ensure that our staff and customers have everything that they need. I have extensive knowledge of the products and services that we offer at the dealership, and I love sharing that knowledge with others. Building lasting relationships with staff and clients is what I’m all about. Stop by today and allow us to exceed your expectations!
Thank you for taking the time to familiarize yourself with the Sterling Motorcars Team. The leadership at Sterling is focused on delivering the vision of the founder: Integrity and a customer first culture define everything we do. It is my responsibility to ensure that we conduct our business with full transparency in every way our business touches you: sales, service parts, and finance. My background is uniquely suited to this task. I have been teaching leadership at the University of Virginia’s Colgate Darden Graduate School of business for 35 years. In addition, I have owned and managed retail automotive operations in Virginia for BMW, BMW Motorad, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, Land Rover, Jaguar, Porsche, Lincoln, Mercury, Isuzu, Aston Martin, Bentley, and McLaren and owned and operated a BMW and Volvo retail operation in Massachusetts. I have also served as a Board Chair for several manufacturers dealer councils, as well as on the board of various retail automotive groups over the past 36 years. The depth and breadth of this experience has reinforced for me that the Sterling culture is the right way, in fact, the only way to go to market. We have built our team with these tenets foremost in our mind. Every employee is introduced to these inviolables and they are continuously reinforced. When you trust us with your business that trust is well placed, my role is to drive these principles home for every employee on every transaction. I am proud to be a part of this wonderful organization. I am certain you will enjoy your experience here, hopefully over and over again.
Born and raised in the DMV area, I got my start in the automotive field right out of High School, where I attended and graduated from Lincoln Technical Institute with a Certificate in Automotive. I've held my place in many aspects of the auto industry, ranging from the parts department to working on the tuning side of high-performance vehicles in various world-renowned race shops, assisting in building some of the fastest cars in the country at the time. I have always dreamed of transitioning to a company such as Lamborghini, and I look forward to providing the best possible service tailored to an outstanding individualized experience.
Hello and welcome! As Parts Manager, I’m part of the team working hard to ensure your vehicle runs smoothly and safely. I love working with cars and being able to get customers on the road again. Training employees and developing new talent also gives me great pride. For customers like you, this all adds up to honest, trustworthy, and dependable experiences. Originally from Ranson, WV, I graduated from Jefferson High School. I’ve been in the automotive industry for about 22 years now. When I’m not working, I like playing golf, riding motorcycles, and spending time with family.
Thank you for visiting our website! At Washington Exotics, our goal is to create a unique lifestyle experience for each client. At Washington Exotics, we offer more than exceptional buying and ownership services. When you become our client—whether through sales or service—you join an exclusive community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for remarkable design and performance. In the culturally rich Washington, DC Metro area, we celebrate diverse lifestyles by curating events that both showcase our products and connect our vibrant client community. My international background has given me a global perspective, enriching my interactions with clients from all walks of life. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, ballet, art, and cooking. Please feel free to reach out if you need assistance with any aspect of ownership or are interested in partnership opportunities!
Sam Arshelawes
Pre-Owned Exotics Manager
Phone: (571) 434-2450
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Email: Samarshelawes@lithia.com
I've spent over 20 years working with supercars, luxury, and exotic vehicles, and I still get excited every time I hand over the keys to a dream car. I’m passionate about matching people with the right vehicle and making the buying experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Outside of work, I love to travel and unwind with my two Alaskan Malamutes—they keep life adventurous in their own way!