Porsche strengthens local footprint of its Canadian financial arm

David Williams named as President & CEO of Porsche Financial Services Canada

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Sept. 16, 2016 /CNW/ - Porsche Financial Services Canada (PFSC) has appointed David Williams as President & CEO, strengthening the local representation of Porsche's captive financial organization in the Canadian market.

Williams, a native of Toronto, ON, joined PFSC in 2014 as the Director of Sales & Operations. During his time with the company he has been instrumental in leading the growth strategy for PFSC including improving relationships with Porsche Centres nationally, increasing PFSC lease and finance penetration, and contributing to the enhancement of the Porsche Centres PFSC satisfaction scores.

"Announcing David as President & CEO of Porsche Financial Services Canada was a logical decision as he has proven to be a leader with the PFSC results garnered in a short period of time," said Alexander Pollich, President and CEO, Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd. "As we continue to expand our business within Canada we are confident David, along with his team, will continue to elevate PFSC to new levels."

"I'm honoured to be able to lead Porsche Financial Services Canada in an expanded capacity and excited for what the future has in store," said David Williams, President and CEO, Porsche Financial Services Canada. "We have made impressive strides over the last two years and will continue to build on the momentum."

Williams began his career at Ford Motor Credit and brings more than 20 years' experience in the automotive industry including leadership roles in both the captive finance and OEM areas of the business. Prior to joining PFSC David was part of the Senior Management team at Nissan Canada Finance/Infiniti Financial Services Canada. David holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in Economics from Bishop's University. 

Established in 2003, Porsche Financial Services Canada supports and manages the lease and finance portfolio of the brand in Canada. It employs a team of 6 people and services 17 Porsche Centres nationwide.

SOURCE Porsche Cars Canada

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