New CEO soon to take charge at Aston Martin
Adrian Hallmark has been appointed CEO of Aston Martin, commencing no later than 1st October 2024.
With more than 25 years’ senior experience in the luxury automotive sector, Adrian joins the Warwickshire business from Bentley Motors, where he’s served since 2018 as chairman and CEO.
He takes over from Amedeo Felisa, who for now will continue to oversee operations at Aston Martin – including the arrival of its third next generation sports car later this year following the successful launches of the DB12 and Vantage.
Lawrence Stroll, executive chairman of Aston Martin, said: “When Amedeo was appointed CEO, I spoke of him leading a new phase of growth and development.
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“Two years on, we’ve delivered on that promise, as we near completion of our thrilling new product portfolio and move closer to our vision of becoming the world's most desirable, ultra-luxury British performance brand.
“I’d like to personally pay tribute to Amedeo, recognising not just what he has achieved at Aston Martin but throughout his long and distinguished career at the very top of the ultra-luxury automotive industry.
“In Adrian Hallmark, we’re attracting one of the highest calibre leaders not just in our segment, but in the entire global automotive industry.
“Complementing our world-class leadership, Adrian will bring to Aston Martin unrivalled experience in both the ultra-luxury and British manufacturing sectors to progress our strategy and continue recent momentum.”
Adrian added: “Like many working within the ultra-luxury segment, I’ve admired the continued transformation of Aston Martin’s brand and products from afar and feel honoured to have the opportunity to work with Lawrence, the board and the company's employees to lead its next chapter.
“The transformation of Aston Martin is one of the most exciting projects within the ultra-luxury automotive industry.
“I’m looking forward to continuing the company's great momentum and utilising my experience and passion to further unleash this iconic brand’s potential and take it to even greater success.”
