The former AAAA board member and long-time aftermarket identity says he is ‘gone, but not out’ with the new appointment

RPM Automotive Group has announced experienced automotive executive Guy Nicholls as an independent Non-Executive Director, effective immediately.
Guy has more than 30 years of experience in senior executive roles in the automotive sector across strategy design and execution, manufacturing, and supply chain, as well as mergers and acquisitions.
Guy was the Chief Executive Officer of Ryco Group, a business unit of ASX 200-listed company GUD Holdings, where he was employed for 11 years.
He has also held several executive roles at NYSE-listed Genuine Parts Company, known locally as Repco and NAPA Auto Parts, as Group General Manager of Brand and Product Optimisation and as General Manager of Store Operations for Repco Auto Parts.
Most recently, Guy was the Interim General Manager Commercial for 4WD and Caravan industry leader, REDARC Electronics.
Guy was also a member of the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) Board, which played a pivotal role in the recent introduction of legislation known as the Motor Vehicle Information Scheme (MVIS), aimed at helping consumers have a choice when repairing vehicles. He also has a Graduate Diploma of Business and Administration from RMIT and is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
“The Board and Executive team are delighted to have someone of Guy’s calibre and reputation joining our team,” RPM Chair, Grant Carman, said.
“Guy’s extensive experience and strategic mindset will help accelerate our progress.”

For more information, visit www.rpmgroup.net.au