60-second interview: Dave Potter, commercial development director, Asset Alliance Group

My favourite holiday destination is…
Southeast Asia. I love the culture, weather, and the food.

I drive an…
Audi Q5.

My hobbies are…
Spending time with the family and watching football.

I got into the industry when…
I completed a mechanical and product engineering degree, and subsequently landed my first role in the industry.

To encourage more young people into the industry we should…
Highlight the opportunities the industry offers besides driving, such as fleet management, high-tech engineering and sales. There are so many routes into a fulfilling career, and the industry should be highlighting the breadth of opportunities.

The outlook for our sector of the market over the next 12 months is…
Exciting, despite the uncertainty created by Brexit. The market is strong and looks set to grow, with exports of particular note. We aim to continue to win new business.

This article was published in the 24 November issue of Commercial Motor. Why not subscribe to get 12 issues for just £12?