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

Following Lithia & Driveway’s acquisitions in the UK, Katie Macaddino, LAD’s VP for People & Culture, talks to Lynda Ennis, Co-founder and CEO of Ennis & Co Group, about different leadership styles across the retail group and the essential ingredients to be a successful leader. You’ve maintained steady progression throughout your career. Tell me about...Read More

Sarah Noble says automotive leaders are facing more challenges than ever, and everyone is juggling a series of fires from the moment they wake up. Most are doing their best to prioritise and tackle those fires, but the pressures are immense. You’ve built an impressive career as a partner for leading business consultancies, now with...Read More

As a former VP at Stellantis and now an executive coach and mentor, Julie David has a dual perspective on what makes great leadership. She advises leaders to make time to reflect, listen and observe what is happening around them, and to always show humanity and humility. Interview: Lynda Ennis You began your career as...Read More