International Motors appoints new head of network development
International Motors Ltd (IML) has appointed Kevin Green as head of network development, responsible for franchise representation of the company’s portfolio of automotive and LCV brands.
He assumes the role this month, working alongside and then taking over from Chris Graham, who will retire in early summer.
Green comes to the dealer development position bringing more than 25 years of industry experience including with premium German brands and, since joining IML in 2021, in operational and regional management positions with Subaru UK.
“We are delighted to welcome Kevin to his new role as we sadly say goodbye to Chris Graham,” said William Brown, IML managing director UK and Ireland.
“Chris has been with IML for 28 years, during which time he has made a significant and lasting contribution to our business. An important member of our senior management team, Chris has helped shape many of the franchised networks that we represent as a distributor in the UK and Ireland.
“We thank him for his outstanding dedication and commitment to our operations and our dealer partners, with whom he has worked so closely.
“As we say goodbye to Chris, Kevin takes on his new role at an important moment for IML and all the brands it represents,” continued Brown.
“Kevin brings substantial manufacturer experience across sales and aftersales and will head the growth and consolidation of our dealer networks at a pivotal time for International Motors.”
Chris Graham joined IML in 1998 as a regional manager, before joining the network development team and then becoming MD of Citroen Ireland and subsequently MD of Subaru UK. He was appointed IML’s head of network development in 2021 and has been responsible for over 400 dealer appointments during his tenure.
“I’m excited to lead network development in a period of such potential for both IML and the retail industry, across our exciting portfolio of both current and new marques,” said Kevin Green.
“IML’s vision is to develop and diversify the businesses of our existing dealer partners while exploring opportunities for representation of IML’s established, emerging and future brands.”
Green’s team includes Ben Williams, who is promoted to network development manager, and Julie Smith as franchise operations co-ordinator.
International Motors represents Subaru and GWM in the UK and Ireland, as well as Xpeng, Mitsubishi and Isuzu in the UK and the recently announced Foton LCV range.