Bridgestone Appoints Biker’s Club Development Manager

Bridgestone’s Biker’s Club network of motorcycle tyre dealerships has a new business development manager. Neil Barrett will be working alongside sales manager Andy Whitehead to support all dealers and to facilitate their business development through promotions and a comprehensive training programme. He has 20 years experience in the motor and tyre trade. The appointment is described by Bridgestone as “a significant investment to further support and grow the Biker’s Club network.”

Barrett, who lives near Bristol, is described in the company’s release as “a passionate biker” and has had a keen interest in the motorcycle industry for the past 30 years. He bought his first motorbike 22 years ago – a Yamaha DT50 – very different to the Triumph ST 1050 Sprint he currently rides. Speaking about his appointment, he said: “As an avid biker, I am thrilled to have been given the opportunity to work with market leaders Bridgestone and I look forward to working with all of the dealerships in the Biker’s Club network to help them grow their business. I shall also enjoy the challenge of recruiting new dealerships to Biker’s Club as we look to extend the network.”

Andy Dingley, senior analyst at Bridgestone, added: “Here at Bridgestone, we are looking to develop a solid group of quality motorcycle tyre dealerships that make up our Biker’s Club network. We are excited to have Neil on the team to help us achieve our plans throughout 2010 and further into the future.”