Shelley Blackwell is Australian Motors Group’s new chief executive.
She is the first female chief executive at the South Australian automotive company, which represents Mazda, Mitsubishi, Suzuki and Isuzu Ute across five Adelaide sites.
Previously Blackwell was chief financial officer at AP Eagers South Australian Car Group.
One of Blackwell’s top priorities is investing in new and current staff.
“The direction I want to take the company in is all about the people. We want to become an employer of choice and attract the best people into our business. My passion is developing people in the business and developing the leaders of tomorrow. What excites me is building teams and careers.”
She is also keen on encouraging more women to work at dealerships.
“I’ve built a career while raising a family so I know how challenging it is to balance. I’m prepared to look at our industry differently and have our businesses placed where women want to be part of it.
“Employing women is really important because that diversity helps us manage differently and then ultimately it gives our customers a better experience.”
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