Holden Group has appointed Martyn Webb as managing director of the group which represents Kia, Volvo, Honda, Renault, Dacia and MG in Norwich and the encompassing Norfolk areas.
Webb started his automotive profession with Holden Group in 1997 as a gross sales govt and stayed with the enterprise for 10 years, working his manner as much as gross sales supervisor.
He subsequently labored with Sytner Group as a seller principal for six years earlier than shifting to Mercedes-Benz Retail Group as a basic supervisor. Most lately he was MD of LSH Auto for over 4 years.
Tim Holden, chairman of Holden Group, stated: “It was necessary to me to seek out the fitting match for our enterprise and to take care of our sturdy household {and professional} values.
“Martyn brings the right mixture of historic understanding of our enterprise, together with the expertise and experience that he has amassed with different main dealership teams.”
Webb stated: “To return to the enterprise the place I began my profession 26 years in the past and lead it as Managing Director makes me very proud.
“It was one thing that I at all times needed to do however by no means thought I’d. I’m trying ahead to working with new franchise companions and persevering with the sturdy relationships which are already in place.
“It’s an thrilling time for the automotive trade with the acceleration in EV automobile expertise and naturally the implementation of the company model for a few of our manufacturers.
“My expertise working with Mercedes-Benz on the company model will allow me to assist these adjustments and to ensure the enterprise is well-prepared.
“The Holden Group has been constructed on a strong basis round its individuals and its tradition, which is essential when seeking to retain and entice probably the most gifted.
“It additionally has sturdy values which are totally aligned with my very own and that’s essential for me. I supply my expertise to carry a brand new dimension to an already profitable and extremely respected group and stay up for constructing on the nice work that Tim and the administration crew have already put in place.”
