Acquisitions, product launches, funding, OEM approvals, and leadership moves across automotive dealership technology — tracked and updated daily.
Affinitiv announces Sharon Kitzman as new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. She replaces interim CEO Steve Stubitz and brings 34+ years of technology and automotive software leadership experience.
Dealerware announces appointment of Eric Cotter as Chief Product Officer and Phil Gonser as Vice President of Sales. These are C-suite and VP-level executive appointments at an automotive retail technology vendor.
Verkada announces the hire of Michael Evanoff as Global Chief Security Officer and Strategic Advisor. Verkada is a security solutions vendor, but this announcement is outside the automotive dealership vendor ecosystem.
Lendbuzz, an AI-based fintech company serving automotive retail, announces that Stephen Linehan has joined its board of directors as chairman of the audit committee. Linehan brings over 40 years of financial services experience.
Repairify announced the appointment of Srisu Subrahmanyam as Chief Executive Officer and Keith Crerar as Chief Transformation Officer. Both executives bring automotive industry experience and will lead the company's digital transformation growth initiatives.
DigniFi announces appointment of Eileen Cavanaugh as Chief Financial Officer and three new board members (Scott Roberts, Rachel Richards, Kenny DellaPorta). Official announcement of C-suite and senior leadership changes.
Srisu Subrahmanyam is named as new Chief Executive Officer and Chief Transformation Officer. The article highlights his background as EVP at OPENLANE and track record in large-scale business transformations.
Repairify announces Srisu Subrahmanyam as new CEO and the creation of a new chief technology officer position. Leadership appointment at automotive service software vendor.
Repairify announces the appointment of Srisu Subrahmanyam as chief executive officer and chief technology officer. Leadership change at automotive dealership software vendor.
RunBuggy announces the addition of Dennis Cook as National Director of Sales and Rene F. Cejas as Director of Customer Success and Business Development. Both hires bring significant automotive industry experience from Copart and Cox Automotive.
ACERTUS announces promotion of Michael DeLuca from CFO to CEO, effective immediately, along with additional executive appointments. ACERTUS is automotive logistics-as-a-service, relevant to dealership operations.
EVPassport announces senior-level executive appointments including General Counsel, VP of Commercial Sales, and VP of Product. EVPassport is an EV charging vendor, not automotive dealership ecosystem focused.
STAR (Standards for Technology in Automotive Retail) announced its 2025 Board of Directors and Officers election. Board includes representatives from technology providers, dealerships, and OEM stakeholders.
Repairify announces Srisu Subrahmanyam as CEO and Keith Crerar as CTO. These are C-suite appointments at a vendor serving the automotive repair and service ecosystem.
Dominion DMS appointed Cliff Lavergne as President, succeeding Sharon Kitzman who is stepping down. This is a C-suite leadership change at a major DMS vendor serving the dealership ecosystem.
Verkada announces a strategic new hire to strengthen its channel organization and expand partner resources. This is a significant executive/leadership appointment for channel strategy. However, Verkada is primarily a physical security company without direct dealership ecosystem focus.
Repairify announces new Chief Executive Officer (Srisu Subrahmanyam) and Chief Transformation Officer (Keith Crerar). Both are C-suite appointments for the automotive service vendor.
Widewail announces CEO transition from founder Matt Murray to Cuyler Owens, a significant C-suite leadership change.
Performance Brokerage Services announces Martin Dinh joining as Partner in Texas & Midwest Office South, a significant executive-level appointment.
Bowtie Solutions announces the addition of Holly Arona and Kerry Cave to its management team as seasoned industry leaders. This represents significant executive appointments to strengthen the leadership team.
Blink Charging announced the appointment of Michael Bercovich as Chief Financial Officer, effective June 23, 2025. Bercovich brings CFO experience from multiple companies including Helios Global Payments Solutions and MyOutDesk.
VINCUE announces Michael Hopkins transitions to Chief Marketing Officer following Angela Rizzo's retirement. Leadership change at C-suite level.
Lendbuzz announces Diane Offereins joining its board of directors. Offereins brings 35+ years of financial services experience including executive leadership at Discover Financial Services.
Carleton, Inc. announces the hiring of Tim Yalich as Vice President of Business Development to drive strategic growth initiatives.
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