Motofix Group have appointed Darren Wills in the newly created Executive Directors role to further the groups ambitious development plans, utilising his sector knowledge to maximise commercial and operational performance.
Darren brings a wealth of experience with him. He started his career in Insurance, working for 23 years in claims
functions for some of the markets largest brands including Eagle Star (Zurich) Direct Line and Allianz. He ran a
consulting company for 3 years and before entering the Bodyshop Market was Claims Director for Groupama
Insurances. He joined Nationwide at the start of their growth period in a role that evolved to include leadership of
Mobile Repairs, Motor Glass, Contact Centres, Group Data, I.T, Procurement and was one of three Executive
Directors responsible for day-to-day Operations. A Chartered Manager for over 10 years he is passionate about
developing business performance and the teams he works with.
Richard Tutt, Motofix Group Chairman is delighted to have secured Darren. “We are clear on the strategy that will
keep us at the forefront of vehicle repair solutions and we are committed to continuously invest in our technology,
our people and our clients to ensure this happens. We are also very much aware that the insurance market is evolving Darren’s experience in both the Insurance and Body Repair industry and he will play a key role in strategic planning and implementation”
Darren Wills explains “I’m fortunate to have worked for some of the sectors leading brands both in the Insurer and
Bodyshop fields and I am thrilled to be joining such a well-regarded organisation in the vehicle repair sector.
Richard’s drive and passion for developing the Motofix business over the years has put them in great shape for what I am sure will continue to be challenging times ahead for our sector, but ones which will also offer tremendous opportunities for businesses that are progressive in their outlook. I’m looking forward to getting around our sites, meeting all of our teams and to take on the responsibility of running the groups day-to-day operational activities and ensure our strategy around Technology, People and Customers continues to develop and evolve”.
