Glyn Hopkin, the UK’s largest independent Nissan dealer group with 13 dealerships, is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Stapylton as its new Group Operations Director.
Bringing more than 25 years of experience in the automotive industry, Paul has been instrumental in achieving significant industry recognition, winning eight prestigious awards, including three ‘Dealer Group of the Year’ titles.
Paul is widely respected for his leadership in team development, operational excellence, and customer service.
His appointment signals Glyn Hopkin’s ongoing commitment to driving growth and enhancing the customer experience across its dealerships.
Welcoming Paul to the role, Fraser Cohen, CEO of Glyn Hopkin, commented: “We are delighted to have Paul join us at such an exciting time for the business. His proven track record in delivering outstanding results, combined with his passion for fostering high-performing teams, makes him the perfect fit for Glyn Hopkin. We look forward to his contributions as we continue to strengthen our operations and provide exceptional service to our customers.”
Paul will be working alongside COO Tim Murphy, with whom he has previously worked at both Motorline and Marshall.
Tim explained that Paul’s leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future success of Glyn Hopkin, reinforcing the company’s position as a leading force in the UK automotive sector.
Operational excellence
Paul Stapylton said: ‘‘I am absolutely delighted to be joining Glyn Hopkin as Group Operations Director and I look forward to working with Fraser, Tim and the rest of the team to continue the drive for innovation and operational excellence within the business. I also look forward to working with some fantastic OEMs and delivering our customers the very best experience when dealing with us.’’
Glyn Hopkin runs more than 35 dealerships across London and the south-east, representing a number of different manufacturers.