Cooper Solutions has confirmed the appointments of Chris Rich as Account Manager and Alison Cloonan as Business Development Manager.

Chris Rich began his motor retail career with Cotswold BMW Gloucester where he progressed to Sales Manager and finally General Manager.  After 18 years with BMW he then was appointed General Manager for Bentley at Broughtons.  His role at Cooper Solutions tasks him with optimizing dealers’ business processes and practices.

Chris Rich commented on his new role: “Cooper Solutions is the perfect fit for me, as it combines innovative integrated solutions with a company culture which focuses on excellent customer service. As Business Development Manager, I will be helping retailers maximise the value of the Cooper Solutions products on a daily basis.  By making reporting easier we not only help retailers manage their business more effectively but boost profitability.”

Alison Cloonan joins Cooper Solutions after 18 years at PCR Robins & Day, where she was Used Car Sales Manager. Alison comments: “I have launched, over 1,000 cars on FullAuction and I understand how incorporating FullAuction and FullAppraisal can truly speed up retailer processes and look forward to working closely with customers to ensure they get the best out of these market leading applications.”

Managing Director, Barry Cooper, explains, “Our products are developed using years of experience in the motor industry, matching retailers’ needs with our innovative software solutions. So, it’s important that we continue to grow a team that recognises and understands the challenges retailers face.

“Chris and Alison bring a wealth of experience to Cooper Solutions, making them valuable additions to our Management team. Both coming from the retail sector, I am confident that Alison and Chris will immediately establish strong relationships, built on an understanding and an appreciation of what our solutions can do for our customers.”