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Christopher Darrach

Moncton,NB

Summary

Versatile business leader bringing (30) years of experience. Strategic problem-solver, change manager and visionary executive with success implementing plans to meet current and future needs. Key expertise in the Automotive and Power Sport business. Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic. Proven track record of success leading and growing organizations. Strong background in strategic planning, financial management and team development. Skilled in identifying opportunities and implementing practical business strategies with commitment to staying informed about latest trends, technologies and best practices.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

President

Rallye Motors Group
01.1994 - Current
  • Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
  • Reduced operational costs through strategic cost management initiatives.
  • Monitored financial performance and implemented measures to enforce compliance with budgetary standards.
  • Supported project management team for optimal performance.
  • Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
  • Developed and implemented new strategies and policies in collaboration with executive partners to establish and achieve long-term business objectives, providing company with strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
  • Employed optimal safety practices to reduce worksite complaints and hazards.
  • Established innovative policies to improve organizational performance and increase customer satisfaction.
  • Mitigated regulatory risks by overseeing adherence to insurance and safety regulations.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive risk management programs to mitigate potential liabilities.
  • Led operational team in development, rollout, and management of new product lines.
  • Spearheaded development and implementation of distributed organizational structure to increase efficiency.
  • Facilitated communication between departmental teams and stakeholders to build consensus.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
  • Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
  • Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
  • Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
  • Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
  • Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
  • Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
  • Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
  • Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
  • Shaped solutions and approaches by leveraging trends in customer marketplaces and industries.
  • Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
  • Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
  • Founded performance- and merit-based evaluation system to assess staff performance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Summerside
Summerside, PE

Skills

  • Revenue Operations
  • Analytical and Critical Thinker
  • Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
  • Charitable Donations
  • Industry Expertise
  • Innovative and Visionary
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Equity and Debt
  • Articulate Communication
  • Fiduciary Management
  • Negotiation
  • Financial Management
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Supplier Relations
  • Risk and Mitigation Analysis
  • Results Orientation
  • People and Culture
  • Capital Expenditure Planning
  • Company Relations
  • Financial Planning
  • Develop Business Structures
  • Business Development
  • Employee Motivation and Performance
  • Management Team Leadership
  • Strategize Plans
  • Franchise Operations
  • Budget Management
  • Defining Company Vision
  • Mission and Vision
  • Operational Analysis

Additional Information

SUMMARY OF SKILLS

Proven entrepreneurial capability beginning 1994 with a small Hyundai location and grew that into a top 10 profitability operation for Hyundai in Canada. The success of this store permitted the expansion of the family-owned company growing to include 31 brands in ten locations with annual sales approaching $250 million. The other automotive and power sport brands also maintain top level status within Atlantic Canada. The most recent award being the GM President's award for our Rexton dealership. All facilities have had upgrades and improvements including three locations with expansions to world class venues.


PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

1994 – purchase small Hyundai dealership in Dieppe NB grew that into a top 10 profitability operation for Hyundai in Canada. Completed construction of a state-of-the-art dealership within the city of Moncton in 2XXX__.

2007 – purchased Saturn dealership

2009 – acquired Mitsubishi franchise to replace Saturn franchise.

2XXX__.- purchase Chrysler Dodge Ram dealership, moved the location to a newer, larger facility within Moncton

2XXX__.- purchased Nissan dealership. Completed construction of a 6 new 60,000 sq ft dealership within Moncton in 2___

2XXX__.- purchase Chev Buick GMC dealership

2017 – purchase power sport store representing 9 different brands at a single location and have now grown to represent 20 brands. Expanded the facility to a 75,000 sq ft destination facility.

2020 – completed construction of 25,000 sq ft dealership for newly acquired Infiniti franchise

2023 – purchased power sport store representing 5 brands

2023 – purchased two Fix Auto franchises

Timeline

President

Rallye Motors Group
01.1994 - Current

High School Diploma -

Summerside

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