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MEET T HE JU D G E S
Meet the judges
Chair: Paul Hollick, Association of Fleet
Professionals (AFP), Lightfoot
Industry expert, panellist and presenter, with
a diverse career, including retail, OEM, leasing,
fleet management, mobility and technology.
Emma Turness, Connells Group
Directs national fleet strategy and
sustainability priorities for one of the UK’s
largest property services businesses. Expertise
in supplier partnerships, safety and efficiency.
Stewart Lightbody, Fortem Solutions
Experienced in running large fleets in senior
roles for businesses like Siemens, Kier, Anglian
Water and M Group, covering fleet operations,
transport strategy and electrification.
Owen Edwards, Interpath
20 years in the automotive downstream
market, working with large global and UK
automotive operators. Expert in automotive
battery technology and retail.
Martyn Collins, Independent industry expert
Motoring writer and published author, for
established on- and off-line publications.
Extensive experience in fleet, business mobility
and vehicle evaluation.
Sharon Mitchell, Independent
industry expert
Expert in transport compliance, fleet
standards and road risk management, as well
as developing industry accreditation schemes,
auditing transport operations and helping
organisations improve safety and governance.
Rose Butterworth, Institute of the Motor
Industry (IMI)
Over 25 years operational and leadership
experience, including Volkswagen Group UK.
Expert in raising retailer profitability, change
management and financial optimisation.
Andy Bruce, Fleet Alliance
Automotive executive with experience
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SEE THE CATEGORIES AND
E N T E R T H E AWA R D S H E R E
across retail, leasing and fleet management,
automotive market trends, fleet strategy and
the evolution of vehicle retailing and leasing.
Paul Wilson, Red Driver Training
Head of fleet and qualified driving instructor
with a history in transportation, logistics and
railroad. Expertise in operations management,
international shipping, warehouse operations,
and transportation management.
Philip Nothard, Cox Automotive
Thought leader specialising in remarketing,
retail, fleet, and corporate operations.
Interprets raw data into meaningful
narratives, working closely with C-suite
leaders and Government bodies.
Julie Summerell, Association of Fleet
Professionals (AFP)
Established record helping organisations
optimise fleets, making them smarter, safer,
and more efficient, working in car, van, and
truck rental, group fleet sales, account and
sales management.
Naomi Nye, Drax Group
Senior sales professional and industry
commentator within EV, shaping the evolution
of vehicle and charging infrastructure, and
helping develop strategic plans for EV roll-out.
Sam Clarke, Gridserve
Experienced with large, fully electric
commercial fleets and smart charging
infrastructures, driving mass uptake of EVs.
Wendy Swaine, Cap hpi
Data specialist working with UK dealer groups.
Expertise in retailer performance, delivering
training programmes, used vehicle markets,
and the evolving tech landscape.
Caroline Sandall-Mansergh, Alphabet GB
Guides customers and internal teams in
areas such as Government policy, taxation,
environment, sustainability, and governance.
Sue Robinson, NFDA
Represents dealers’ voices with Government
and the media, elevating the profile
of the sector and ensuring strong and
constructive relationships.
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