Brian Fouhy fills the role vacated in August by Troy Kennedy, now CEO.
One of the largest privately owned groups of automotive brands in the country, Armstrong’s, has announced the appointment of Brian Fouhy as its new chief financial officer. Fouhy fills the role vacated in August by Troy Kennedy, now chief executive.
“Brian possesses a unique set of CFO skills combining transport and listed company experience that will benefit,” Kennedy said.
Fouhy brings more than 30 years’ experience across senior commercial finance and chartered accounting roles.
“After starting my career at KPMG in Wellington and London, I have worked in the transport sector in New Zealand for more than two decades, specifically with Airwork Holdings and KiwiRail Group,” Fouhy said.
“It is inspiring to work alongside an entrepreneur like Rick Armstrong [and] I am grateful for the confidence shown in me by Rick, Troy and the board.
“I started at Armstrong’s on August 17 and the country was placed into lockdown that evening. I quickly came to realise that … Armstrong’s adapted quickly in response to the challenges.
“It has been heartening to meet the wider team – passionate about cars, driven by people.
“That passion breeds positivity and contributes to a vibrant workplace with clearly defined goals and objectives,” Fouhy said.
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