Skoda Ireland has announced the appointments of Keith Colton as Retail Marketing Executive and John Cunningham as Skoda Fleet Manager.

Based in Dublin, Keith's role will include liaising with the Škoda retailers nationwide while working closely with the Marketing team. John will be responsible for the implementation of a new 'Fit for fleet' programme within the dealer network, the introduction of training and coaching for fleet specialists and managing government tenders and corporate test drive campaigns.

Keith previously worked as a Commercial Sales Executive for McAllister Volkswagen where he spent over 6 years. A native of Offaly and a graduate of DIT, Keith worked in Saab/Citroen & Alto Group in Brisbane in an after sales role. During his time with McAllister Volkswagen, he also held roles in customer services, new business underwriting and sales.

John formerly worked as a Sales Development Manager for Gowan Distributors Limited (Peugeot Importer of Ireland) where he spent over 2 years. A native of Galway, John holds Diplomas in Customer Relationship Management and Strategic Sales Planning from the Irish Marketing Institute and recently achieved 1st place in an Honours Marketing Degree NUI (2011).

Welcoming the appointment Raymond Leddy, Marketing Manager, Škoda Ireland said "We are delighted to add Keith and John to the Škoda team. Both have great industry experience and we will look to build on that in the future. Škoda Ireland are looking to recruit the best people and we are delighted to welcome Keith and John to the team."