Welcoming Wilson: Shawn Wilson named Chief Financial Officer, Simplicity Car Care
Toronto, Ontario — Simplicity Car Care is pleased to announce the appointment of Shawn Wilson as the company’s new Chief Financial Officer. With a distinguished career spanning more than two decades, Wilson brings a wealth of experience and expertise in financial strategy, corporate governance and performance optimization across diverse industries. Wilson is a results-driven CFO […]
Kariuki Levels Up: Henry Kariuki promoted to Director of Operations Canada at Level5drive
Toronto, Ontario — Level5drive—a chain of ADAS calibration laboratories providing documented ADAS calibrations aligned with OEM repair manual directives—has announced the promotion of Henry Kariuki to Director of Operations Canada, effective immediately. In his new role, Kariuki will oversee all operational activities across Canadian operations, playing a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives forward. A […]
Welcoming Wacker: Porsche Cars Canada appoints Matthias Wacker as director of aftersales
Toronto, Ontario — As of July 1, Porsche Cars Canada has appointed Matthias Wacker to the role of director of aftersales. Wacker succeeds Alexander Pretsche who has returned to Germany after four years with the Canadian subsidiary of the automotive brand. Wacker joins Porsche Cars Canada’s After Sales department from Porsche AG in Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, […]
Featuring Fremont: Uniparts O.E.M. Canada announces Emile Fremont as senior management consultant
Toronto, Ontario — Emile Fremont has been appointed as a senior management consultant with Uniparts O.E.M. Canada. Fremont brings over 30 years of collision repair industry experience to the role and will be “instrumental in supporting the sales and development leadership at Uniparts OEM Canada.” In this role, Fremont will assess industry trends, identify market […]
PEOPLE ON THE MOVE
BRIAN BANKS, SPECIALTY PRODUCT SALES Brian Banks has joined Specialty Product Sales (SPS) as the new Associate Agent for the Ontario territory region. According to a press release from SPS, with over three decades of experience in the automotive aftermarket industry, Banks brings a wealth of knowledge in sales, marketing and service to support the […]
Leadership Transition: Consolidated Dealers’ President and CEO Tom Langton to retire end of 2024; Mike Beier to assume role Jan. 1, 2025
Woodbridge, Ontario — Consolidated Dealers, a national automotive buying group, announced June 11, 2024, at the shareholder’s Annual General Meeting a significant leadership transition as Tom Langton, president and CEO, prepares to retire on December 31, 2024. Langton will transition to an advisory role to provide continued guidance and support to the company, while Mike […]
Confidence in Cieri: Simplicity Car Care Announces the promotion of Marco Cieri to Regional Performance Manager Ontario West and GTA
Toronto, Ontario — Simplicity has announced the promotion of Marco Cieri to the position of Regional Performance manager for Ontario West and the Greater Toronto Area. This promotion came into effect April 30th, and according to a recent press release, “signifies not only Marco’s exceptional talent and dedication, but also Simplicity’s commitment to fostering growth […]
Best Wishes for Bickford: Fix Network announces Jay Bickford’s retirement from NOVUS Glass
Toronto, Ontario — Fix Network has announced that after 28 years in the industry, Jay Bickford is retiring from his role as NOVUS Glass National Trainer with Human Resources. According to a recent press release, “Jay’s journey with NOVUS Glass first began in the late 1970s. Fast forward to 1991, when he became a NOVUS […]
Bringing In Brian: AkzoNobel names Brian Martin business development manager, automotive and specialty coatings, North America
Toronto, Ontario — AkzoNobel has announced that Brian Martin has joined its Automotive and Specialty Coatings division as Business Development Manager for North America. According to a recent press release, “in his new role, Brian will be instrumental in the continuing development of dealership collision programs and will be the AkzoNobel brand ambassador with all […]
Advancing Attila: Simplicity Car Care announces promotion of Vito Attila to role of Director, Territory Performance of Canada
Toronto, Ontario — Simplicity Car Care has announced the promotion of Vito Attila to the role of Director, Territory Performance of Canada, effective as of April 22nd. A recent press release about the decision noted that, “having joined Simplicity in January 2023 as Regional Performance Manager for Ontario West, Attila has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership […]
