Phill Jones, COO at MOTORS, has seen too many people come into the automotive sector, thrive for a couple of years and then stagnate or leave. He explains to Lynda Ennis, Co-founder and CEO of Ennis & Co Group, why succession planning and structured development are so crucial. You’ve built an impressive career across various...Read More

As someone who takes a daily walk around his business, Nick Colledge says curiosity and connecting with his team are fundamental aspects of his leadership style. He values empowerment, trust and hands-on engagement to align teams and drive performance. You originally studied automotive design & manufacturing but your career has been heavily sales-focused. Can you...Read More

He has been a tax specialist at PwC, a ‘suit’ in the creative media world and now runs Cox Automotive’s international business outside North America. Martin Forbes tells Lynda Ennis, Co-founder and CEO of Ennis & Co Group, about his varied journey to automotive and his simple approach to leadership. LYNDA ENNIS: After joining Cox...Read More

Diana Torres, former Managing Director of Nissan Motor GB and now Senior Managing Director at the global CEO advisory firm Teneo, tells Lynda Ennis, Co-founder and CEO of Ennis & Co Group, that aspiring leaders need to get out of their comfort zone and embrace change. LYNDA ENNIS: Tell me about your journey into the...Read More

Geraldine Ingham has experienced multiple organisations and sectors, from command-and-control cultures to environments built on empathy and openness. Now a consultant, she stresses the importance of resilience and inspiring lasting performance across people and businesses. Your career has been interesting in terms of your unconventional route from finance and procurement into marketing. Did you always...Read More

Having led Cenex since its inception 20 years ago, Robert discusses his notion of ‘servant leadership’ and how pathways to the top are opening up beyond the traditional automotive routes through engineering, sales or finance. Tell me about the key moments of your career and how you came to move into the automotive industry. I...Read More

In his 37 years at Perrys Motors Sales, Darren Ardron has experienced a lifetime of industry transformation. He discusses the changing skill sets required in retail – and why he has never had itchy feet. You’ve spent the duration of your career with Perrys, progressing to managing director. Talk me through your career path and...Read More

After perfecting his design skills in Italy and Germany, Alessandro Dambrosio has spent his last seven years in Japan. He discusses adapting his leadership style to respect cultural difference and empower diverse teams. You’ve worked in automotive design for over 25 years for various luxury and high-volume brands. Tell me about your career path. Ever...Read More

Simon Smith has built a career across HR leadership, consultancy and advisory roles, specialising in industrial and manufacturing organisations. He discusses the need for organisations to put greater effort into identifying future leadership talent and stretching leaders beyond their comfort zones. You’ve held senior HR leadership roles across the automotive and manufacturing sectors, as well...Read More

Mandeep Dhatt says HR is underestimated in almost every business, and a true CPO must have the bravery to challenge. She leads by empowering teams, guiding rather than controlling and adapting her style to different businesses. You’ve led people strategies across a wide range of industries, from construction and engineering to automotive and now consulting....Read More