Autogem appoints ‘dream duo’ Kane and McGilp

18 July 2024  

Autogem has recruited two aftermarket sales professionals as part of its people, processes and products strategy. 

Rikki Kane and Jenna McGilp (pictured) have been appointed as commercial sales director and commercial telesales manager respectively, after amassing more than 50 years of combined experience in the industry.

Autogem said the Scottish pair have built an impressive reputation while working together at Viking Wholesale Tyres.

Autogem’s MD Prashant Chopra said they would help take the company to even greater heights — following the appointment of Tony Neill as head of strategy less than a year ago.

Prashant said: “The arrival of Rikki and Jenna has injected even more enthusiasm into our incredible team.

“We’re constantly investing in our aftermarket products and associated processes. But we also need the best people to bring both to life and Rikki and Jenna fit the bill. They’re a dream duo and we’re delighted to welcome them on board.”

Kane said: “Autogem is fantastic at product development, training initiatives and marketing, so it’s up to us to amplify these messages and give the business the success that it deserves.

“I’ll be looking to create new business leads and sales opportunities and I’ll be putting a lot of pressure on myself to get the right results.”

McGilp said: “There is so much potential here. Autogem feels like a close-knit family and my first impressions are that we can make a big difference to the business in a number of ways.”