Marshall Motor Group announces key appointments

Marshall Motor Group has announced two senior appointments to its leadership team.

Matt Southall has been appointed as strategy and technology director to lead digital transformation and strengthen the commercial focus, while David Johnson RICS has joined as property director to oversee one of the largest commercial footprints in the UK automotive retail space.

Southall joins from Lithia where he led strategy around synergy following the acquisitions of Pendragon and Jardine Motors, while Johnson joins from Listers Group having served on its board for 13 years.

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Southall said: “I am delighted to take on this new challenge with Marshall Motor Group at a critical time to support this powerhouse business at a time of change across the automotive sector.  I look forward to working closely with my new colleagues at Marshall, supporting them to deliver the very best automotive experience for our customers through digital innovation and operational excellence.”

Johnson added:

“Marshall Motor Group operates one of the largest commercial footprints in the UK automotive retail space and I am looking forward to working with my new colleagues as the group continues to develop its significant retail network across 34 counties in England.”