Toronto's largest dealer group announces executive management changes designed to augment long-term growth plans
TORONTO, March 17, 2014 /CNW/ - The Zanchin Automotive Group (ZAG) of Toronto, Ontario is pleased to announce two executive management changes within the organization.
Effective today, Nello Basso becomes Chief Operating Officer, overseeing the leadership team that manages twenty-seven dealerships within the Zanchin Automotive Group and its more than 800 employees.
"Nello is a dynamic and experienced automotive executive who has become my most trusted advisor within the organization," said Joe Zanchin, President and Chief Executive Officer. "I am extremely pleased to appoint Nello and have the confidence he will keep a steady hand while enabling the organization to accelerate our long-term plans for growth," said Zanchin.
Mr. Basso joined the organization in 1998 and holds an MBA from the Schulich School of Business and a BA in Finance from York University and was most recently Executive Vice President and CFO.
In the second of two major appointments, Edward (Eddy) Wong will be promoted to Executive Vice-President of Retail Operations, reporting to Nello Basso. In this new and elevated role, Mr. Wong will take on increased visibility within the organization and strategically supporting the company and its vision for long-term growth.
"Since joining us in 1992, our collection of Nissan and Infiniti dealerships have grown to what it is today under his capable abilities and management," said company founder, Joe Zanchin. "As a key member of our Executive Management team, Eddy's increased role within the organization will allow us to play a pivotal role in the analysis of potential growth opportunities and strategic business ventures," said Zanchin.
"I am very pleased with the growth of our dealer group and believe that by appointing my successors, this organization will continue to evolve and grow as it has over the past 40 years," said Zanchin. "I look forward to continuing to provide vision and leadership to my team as we continue our quest to offer the best customer experience at retail in Canada," stated Zanchin.
About the Zanchin Automotive Group:
Growing from a single Honda dealership in Toronto in 1974, the Zanchin Automotive Group was founded by passionate retailer and entrepreneur, Mr. Joe Zanchin. Selling 25,400 units in 2013, the Zanchin Automotive Group sets standards for service excellence, employee dedication and community engagement and now proudly represents twelve brands from twenty-seven locations in nine Ontario communities, employing 814 staff.
Image with caption: "Joe Zanchin - President & CEO (CNW Group/Zanchin Automotive Group)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20140317_C5211_PHOTO_EN_37942.jpg
Image with caption: "Nello P. Basso - Chief Operating Officer (CNW Group/Zanchin Automotive Group)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20140317_C5211_PHOTO_EN_37943.jpg
Image with caption: "Edward Wong - Executive Vice President (CNW Group/Zanchin Automotive Group)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20140317_C5211_PHOTO_EN_37941.jpg
SOURCE: Zanchin Automotive Group
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Ms. Andria Coppa
Senior Vice President, Communications
Zanchin Automotive Group
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