
KAR Holdings announced that Benjamin Skuy has been appointed as executive vice president of international markets and strategic initiatives. Skuy will report directly to KAR Holdings CEO Jim Hallet and continue to commit the resources necessary to make the integration of LiveBlock, DealerBlock, and ADESA.com a success across North America. Skuy has 10 years experience with ADESA and has held roles of increased responsibility during the years.
ADESA Canada announced that Stéphane St-Hilaire has been promoted to president and chief operating officer for ADESA’s entire auction operations throughout Canada. St-Hilaire will report directly to Tom Caruso, CEO and president of ADESA. St-Hilaire joined ADESA Canada in 1998 as chief financial officer. Since then, he has held various senior positions. The industry has also recognized him with a number of professional awards, such as the Ford Motor Company Award, the ADESA Canada Auction of the Year Award and the ADESA Customer Service Award. (SB)