Cox Automotive director of dealer development Daniel Boakes (pictured right) is leaving to join Carwow as Sell My Car commercial director.
Boakes was promoted to the role of director of dealer development in 2022 and spent a total of 11 years with Cox Automotive.
In a post shared on LinkedIn, he said: “Leaving Cox Automotive is truly bittersweet. I have been incredibly fortunate to work with some of the most talented and passionate people in the industry, many of whom I’m proud to call lifelong friends.
“From my early days at Motors.co.uk, helping to launch their challenger brand, to leading the New Business teams, Relationship Managers, Account Directors, and overseeing Buyer Services with our independent dealers, every step of my journey at Cox has been filled with growth, learning, and countless memorable experiences.
“One of the proudest moments in my time at Cox was serving as Chair of the European Culture and Engagement Team. Together, we made a positive difference to our team members and the communities we live in, fostering a culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and support across our operations.
“I also had the honour of developing and championing the men’s mental health programme at Cox, which not only supported colleagues in the UK but expanded to our teams in the USA and Europe.”