Ann-Marie takes the Dayco helm

Following the end of December retirement of its long term National Sales Manager, Steve Carolan, Dayco UK starts 2025 with the promotion of Ann-Marie Dean to provide the new leadership for the team serving the UK and Ireland.

Ann-Marie first joined Dayco in early 2018 when she moved from the dealer side of the industry, where she undertook roles in parts operations and business to business sales for both cars and commercial vehicles, to transition to the independent aftermarket.

Truly living up to Steve’s comments at the time, when he said: “Ann-Marie has an obvious enthusiasm for the industry and that’s a great attribute to have when you also have an understanding of the challenges technicians face,” Ann-Marie has consistently demonstrated a commitment to raise awareness of the Dayco brand and the original equipment replacement parts solutions the company has to offer.

“Over the last six years, I have benefited from working with a great team, under dependable leadership, during which the business has grown in both its reputation and market share,” explains Ann-Marie. “So, taking onboard these positives, I’m delighted and honoured to take up the country’s management role and, together with my colleagues, keep Dayco on the rising trajectory it’s been on since establishing its independent distribution in 2011.

“Although the trade is sensibly looking at how to benefit from the growth in electric vehicles, it’s also wise for it to remember that the vast majority of the vehicles that will enter the independent workshop for the next decade, will have an internal combustion engine, whether petrol or diesel.

“This means that Dayco, and the products that we offer, will remain relevant and required for the foreseeable future, which is a great thing for me to remember as I enjoy the challenges that will no doubt arise from this new expanded role.”