Eddie Hawthorne, Arnold Clark chief govt and group managing director, is stepping down, efficient twenty eighth March 2025.
Russell Borrie, Arnold Clark chief working officer, will assume the function of CEO.
John Clark, chief business officer, and David Cooper, chief monetary officer, will proceed to work alongside Russell on the board to drive the enterprise ahead.
Hawthorne will keep on as a important board director, however his function will change from managing to mentoring and overseeing the enterprise. He has been pivotal within the enlargement of Arnold Clark over the previous 27 years.
Hawthorne stated: ‘It’s been a privilege to guide Arnold Clark for such a protracted time frame.
“I’m pleased with our achievements and of our staff, particularly over the previous few years the place the group has had many exterior challenges to beat.
“I do know the enterprise is in protected and dependable arms as the brand new management workforce navigated these challenges with me.
‘I’d prefer to take this chance to thank Woman Clark, the administrators, managers and motor commerce buddies for his or her energy and dedication to assist make this enterprise a hit.’
Russell Borrie, Chief Working Officer, stated: ‘Firstly, I need to thank Eddie for his immense contribution to the Arnold Clark Group.
“His data, perception and dedication have helped the enterprise thrive. Even in essentially the most difficult circumstances, his readability and resourcefulness have remodeled a disaster into a chance to make issues higher. On a extra private be aware, I’m grateful for his friendship and mentorship over the many years we’ve got labored collectively.
“It’s a nice privilege to have the chance to guide this unbelievable firm and I want to specific my gratitude to Woman Clark and the board for placing their belief in me.
“I am delighted to have the help of an experienced and talented operations board as well as the 12,000 dedicated employees who work so hard to drive our success.”
