October 2019

64 AFTERMARKET OCTOBER 2019 RECRUITMENT www.aftermarketonline.net The latest news on who is moving in the industry NEW APPOINTMENTS New members for IAAF council Six new members have been appointed to the IAAF council. The new members are; Neil Croxson, CEO of The Parts Alliance who has taken over from Peter Sephton; Jonathan Eden, Managing Director of FPS; Andy Hamilton, CEO of Euro Car Parts who replaces Martin Gray; Joe Howard, Associate Director at Boswell Aftermarket and Alistair Preston, Founder of WhoCanFixMyCar.com. Lastly, Darren Miller, Commercial Director of Truck & Trailer Components, also returns to Council as CV Chairman. Joe Howard’s appointment is the first of its kind, being the first time that the IAAF has elected a service member onto its Council. Meanwhile, Alistair Preston has been asked to join so he can assist with the digital challenges facing the sector. IAAF president Terry Knox said: “At a time of great transition and challenge for the automotive aftermarket, IAAF’s role in supporting the industry and its members is more important than ever, and the welcome addition of our new Council members will help us take forward this task.” Wendy Williamson, IAAF Chief Executive, added: “Having six new members is fantastic and on behalf of IAAF Council I would like to warmly welcome them all. We will no doubt benefit from the depth and breadth of experience and expertise they each bring.” www.aftermarketonline.net Exol welcomes Aston University student For the second year running, Exol Lubricants has welcomed a student on a 12-month placement with the company as part of its ongoing partnership with Aston University. Gurpreet Singh has joined the Exol team as Accounts Assistant, where he will work in the accounts department. This is the second appointment through Exol’s career and placements programme that recruits the university’s students to offer them an in-depth insight into the independent automotive aftermarket and lubricants sector. Last year, marketing student Michal Haileab completed a 12- month placement, before returning to Aston University. Exol Finance Director Scott Donaldson said: "The collaboration affords a fantastic opportunity for all involved, demonstrated last year with Michal’s placement. We’re delighted to welcome Gurpreet to the Exol team and we’re looking forward to seeing him flourish as he develops his skillset while he gains a solid understanding of the Exol brand, work ethic and principles.” Welcome to Aftermarket’s new appointments section. Here you can find the latest news on those moving around the industry as well as new vacancies from leading companies and recruitment agencies on the automotive market. If you have a vacancy to share, email Alex Wells at: alex@aftermarket.co.uk