60-second interview: Eamonn Parker, general manager, Iveco Retail

Commercial Motor
August 11, 2016


My favourite holiday destinations are…

The Seychelles and Cape Town, South Africa. Both offer the perfect blend of fine wine, sun, natural beauty and some magical family memories.
 

I drive an…

Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
 

My hobbies include…

Mountain biking and golfing. As the proud father of 18-month-old twins, free time is a luxury.
 

I got into the industry when…

I left university and joined Iveco as a business analyst. For the past 17 years I have worked my way up the corporate ladder in sales, marketing and network roles.
 

To encourage young people into the industry we should…

Encourage them to join a demanding, fast paced and continuously evolving industry. Whether it be because of an interest in what drives the economy, having diesel in the veins or an opportunity to have management skills tested.
 

The outlook for our sector over the next 12 months is…

To outperform the performance seen in 2015. My attention is focused on giving our expanding customer base in London and the surrounding area the right level of service.

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