Meet the Staff at Ferrari of Tampa Bay

I am a native Floridian originally from Punta Gorda.  Basketball and baseball were my passions all through high school.  That was until my neighbor purchased a Ferrari 430 Scuderia.  Ferrari has been my passion ever since!  When he drove his Scuderia through the neighborhood it was emotional overload; the sound, the design, the power – I was hooked.  To this day the 430 Scuderia is my favorite Ferrari.

I attended college at the University of South Florida, where I earned my bachelor’s degree in political science.  I originally planned to start my career in law enforcement and later pursue a law degree.  During school I applied at Ferrari of Tampa Bay to assist with keeping the showroom inventory clean and properly displayed.  I was hired on the actual date of my 21st birthday.  My love for Ferrari had outgrown my college pursuits and shortly thereafter I approached the general manager and asked him to consider me for advancement in the future.  Nearly a year later I was asked to assist a guest during an event at the dealership as the other sales team members were already engaged with attendees.  I developed a great rapport with the guest and sold my first car – a 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.  This was quite unexpected for the management team, but not me.  I knew this was the career path I wanted to choose.   I am now a fully certified and factory trained Ferrari Product Specialist and have been since early 2019.  My completely satisfied clients are also my passion.  I live, eat, and breathe Ferrari and look forward to a long career with the Triarsi family and Ferrari of Tampa Bay.  Forza Ferrari!

I was born and raised in New York and spent most of my life on Long Island.  I have been interested in cars since before I could walk.  My father would take me to car dealerships and car shows to further pique my interest.  As soon as I was able to drive, I would make every effort to be behind the wheel of a car.

I began my career in the automotive industry in 2016.  I started at a Jaguar Land Rover dealership learning everyday processes as an apprentice to the management team.  Soon thereafter I walked into Ferrari of Long Island on a whim with my resume and hopes of joining the most prestigious brand ever.  After passing an extensive interview process, I was hired as a sales assistant to the sales team.  The Ferrari world has been extremely fulfilling and so different from a high-volume manufacturer.  I was assigned more and more tasks and responsibilities in my new career ranging from marketing, inventory control, customer relations, administration, and product demonstration.  Within three years I was fully certified as a Ferrari associate and represented the dealership at all off-site events and new model introductions.  My tenure at Ferrari of Long Island provided a huge opportunity for me to learn many segments of the Ferrari world and culture.

Always wanting to live in Florida, I made the move from New York to Tampa in August of 2021.  Ferrari of Tampa Bay welcomed me with open arms and quickly made me a part of their family.  I have recently earned the dream opportunity of a lifetime to represent the Ferrari brand in the sales arena and look forward to continuing a long and successful career with the brand and Ferrari of Tampa Bay.

Sales and Finance Manager, Ferrari of Tampa Bay

With over 20 years of experience in luxury automotive sales and finance, Kelly Bartram brings a deep passion for delivering exceptional service and tailored finance solutions to discerning clients. As Sales and Finance Manager at Ferrari of Tampa Bay, Kelly combines extensive industry expertise with a client-first approach to ensure every Ferrari experience is as seamless and memorable as the vehicles themselves.

Throughout her career, Kelly has represented some of the world’s most prestigious automotive brands—including Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Aston Martin, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and Lexus—earning a reputation for integrity, precision, and unmatched product knowledge.

Today, she takes pride in helping clients realize their dreams behind the wheel of the most iconic car brand in the world, offering a luxury buying journey that is as elevated as the vehicles themselves.

My career has been built around luxury brands and meaningful client relationships. I’ve had the opportunity to represent Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, Louis Vuitton, and Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts. My passion for Ferrari started long before my career and visiting Maranello gave me an even greater appreciation for the brand’s history and craftsmanship. I enjoy building genuine relationships and creating memorable experiences for my clients. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, basketball, football, and spending time with family and friends.

My family’s story begins on the beautiful Italian island of Sicily, where my roots were planted long before my parents immigrated to the United States. They met in Connecticut, where their own journey together began, and later welcomed me into the world. I spent most of my childhood in the town of South Windsor, where, as the years passed, an unmistakable passion for automobiles began to take hold.

One defining moment transformed admiration into a lifelong obsession. A close Italian friend of my father, whose home overlooked the Hartford skyline from a hilltop, invited us over one afternoon. As we pulled into the driveway, I saw a sight I will never forget: a Giallo Ferrari Enzo, a Giallo Ferrari 355 Spyder, and a Grigio Ferrari 360 Challenge Stradale, each resting quietly as if they belonged in a museum rather than a private home. I had always loved cars, but in that instant Ferrari became more than an automobile—it became a dream, a symbol of passion, craftsmanship, and Italian heritage. That moment forever changed the course of my life.

My first professional pursuit led me down a different path. I attended school to become a chef and built a career in Italian culinary arts, embracing the same traditions and attention to detail that shaped my family’s heritage. Yet despite the fulfillment the culinary world offered, I couldn’t ignore the feeling that something was missing. The dream that had taken root on that Connecticut hillside had never left me.

Determined to follow my true calling, I returned to the passion I had carried since childhood: automobiles. Over the years, I have had the privilege of representing some of the world’s most distinguished manufacturers, including BMW, Lamborghini, and Jaguar Land Rover of Sarasota. Today, it is both an honor and a privilege to join the Triarsi family at Ferrari of Tampa Bay.

My commitment is simple—to provide every client with the professionalism, expertise, and white-glove experience that defines the Ferrari image. For me, this is more than a career; it is the realization of a lifelong dream and an opportunity to share my passion with fellow enthusiasts every day. Grazie!