Toby Poston named chief executive of the BVRLA
Toby Poston has been appointed chief executive of the BVRLA, succeeding Gerry Keaney who has retired after 11 years in post.
Meanwhile, Lakshmi Moorthy has been appointed chairperson, replacing Jon Lawes.
Potson has been part of the BVRLA for 16 years, most recently as director of corporate affairs, and guided the industry’s response to a variety of challenges including Brexit, the Covid pandemic and terrorist attacks involving rental vehicles.
He said: “Change and challenge await us through 2025 and beyond, but I have absolute faith that our members are well equipped to succeed. I am honoured to take up this role and represent an industry, membership and team that I have so much respect and affection for.”
New chief executive of the BVRLA
He continued: “I am responsible for making sure that the BVRLA is heard in the right places and agile enough to meet member needs. Delivering decarbonisation, supporting the vehicle leasing sector’s response to the recent Court of Appeal judgement, and navigating a turbulent trading environment all require us to be on the front foot. I am fortunate to have a strong grounding in this sector and an excellent team ready to respond.”
Moorthy meanwhile steps up from her role as vice chair.
She said:
“During Jon’s tenure, supported immensely by Gerry’s leadership and the BVRLA team beyond, the association has grown a considerable amount. I have big boots to fill but am confident that we will retain this upwards trajectory. In Toby, the BVRLA has a passionate leader that knows our sector inside out. I look forward to us working together at a time when members are facing challenges from all directions.”
