Graeme Potts named new chair of IMI
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has confirmed the appointment of Graeme Potts as its new chair of the board.
Meanwhile, Adrian Wallington has been appointed as a non-executive director.
These appointments mark the start of a significant refresh of the IMI board. Over the coming weeks, it will announce nine further non-executive directors to bring fresh perspectives, deep sector insight, and a shared commitment to securing the future of the automotive workforce.
Potts, founder and CEO of Eden Automotive and trustee and chair of the audit committee for BEN, will play a critical role in that, guiding the IMI’s long-term vision and working closely with the executive team to ensure the organisation continues to be a trusted voice for automotive professionals.
Exciting new phase
He said: “I am delighted and honoured to have been appointed as chair of the IMI and I look forward to leading a newly constituted board in the exciting next phase.
“In this phase, the Institute’s legacy of pursuing professionalism and increased qualifications and skills throughout the automotive sector is being remodelled to reflect our tremendous industry’s changing needs.”
Meanwhile, Wallington BSc FIMI, former commercial director at Marshall Motor Group and current chief commercial officer at Huws Gray, added: “I am delighted and proud to be joining the board of the IMI at this pivotal time in its history. The opportunity to give back to the automotive sector is something that has been a huge motivation for me.”
Change
IMI vice president and chair of the nomination committee Daksh Gupta said: “The automotive sector is changing. The IMI needs to change with it to remain relevant. We must help the sector attract, recruit and retain the right people to close the skills gap. And we must empower the sector to be fit for the future.
“This board, led by Graeme Potts and a new team of non-executive directors, many of whom will devote significant time to their roles, will ensure the IMI is here for the next 100 years.”
