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Strategy Director appointed at Vertu Motors plc

24/08/2023

Vertu Motors plc has appointed experienced automotive professional Spencer Clayton-Jones as Strategy Director.

As part of the Group’s CEO Committee, Spencer will work with Chief Executive, Robert Forrester, on the development and execution of the Group’s strategy around growth, franchising and property.

Spencer has more than 23 years’ experience in the automotive industry working for two iconic brands, Volkswagen and Nissan. Most recently he was Director of Network Development and Customer Quality at Nissan GB, where Spencer led the development and execution of the Ideal Network Plan and the Customer Quality transformation.

Robert Forrester, Chief Executive of Vertu Motors plc, said: “Spencer is a key hire for the Group as we continue to execute on our strategy. He has significant experience, a proven track record of success and is a natural leader who will inspire colleagues across the business.

“I am delighted that he has agreed to join Vertu; I am looking forward to working with him to drive the business forward in a fast-moving environment.”

Spencer Clayton-Jones said: “I know the Vertu Motors group and Robert from my roles within the manufacturers, and this is a fantastic opportunity to join a company with the right values.

“There is an ambitious strategy that I am looking forward to supporting Robert to deliver, and I am certain there are exciting times ahead as the Group and the sector changes and evolves.”

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Notes to Editors Vertu Motors is the third largest automotive retailer in the UK with a network of 190 sales outlets across the UK. Its dealerships operate predominantly under the Bristol Street Motors, Vertu and Macklin Motors brand names.

Vertu Motors was established in November 2006 with the strategy to consolidate the UK motor retail sector. It is intended that the Group will continue to acquire motor retail operations to grow a scaled dealership group. The Group’s acquisition strategy is supplemented by a focused organic growth strategy to drive operational efficiencies through its national dealership network.

The Group currently operates 186 franchised sales outlets and 4 non-franchised sales operations from 140 locations across the UK.

Vertu’s Mission Statement is to “deliver an outstanding customer motoring experience through honesty and trust”.

Vertu Motors Group websites – https://investors.vertumotors.com/ /www.vertucareers.com

Vertu brand websites – www.vertumotors.com / www.bristolstreet.co.uk / www.vertuhonda.com / www.vertutoyota.com / www.macklinmotors.co.uk / www.vertumotorcyles.com
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Robert Forrester, Chief Executive of Vertu Motors plc (left) with Spencer Clayton-Jones
Robert Forrester, Chief Executive of Vertu Motors plc (left) with Spencer Clayton-Jones
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