VIA appoints Greig Epps as new CEO

The Imported Motor Vehicle Industry Association (VIA) has appointed Greig Epps as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Epps will take up the position on 20 September 2023 after spending the past year as the Regulatory Affairs Manager for Insurance Council of New Zealand.

Before his last role, Epps was the Manager for Advocacy and Strategy for the Motor Trade Association (MTA). VIA notes that the new CEO is well-known by the industry and its officials.

“We believe Greig to be a very good fit for VIA. His strength in Transport Industry Advocacy is just what we were looking for,” VIA said in a statement.

“He has an intricate understanding of our industry, solid relationships in place with officials, and an extensive University education including a law degree.”