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John O'Hanlon

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Chief Executive Officer at Waylands
📍 Reading, England, United Kingdom

John OHanlon is the CEO of Waylands Automotive, a multi-award-winning dealer group he founded in 2017. With a background as an accountant and a MA from the University of Glasgow, he has extensive experience in the motor trade, previously serving as CEO of Ridgeway Group.

He is a respected industry leader who participates in numerous interviews and podcasts, sharing insights on the future of automotive retail. His business philosophy is rooted in hard work and mutual respect among teams, customers, and manufacturers to navigate industry challenges.

John successfully grew his former company, Ridgeway Group, before its acquisition for £106. 9 million in 2016.

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Experience
34 Years
Current Role
Chief Executive Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Reading, England, United Kingdom
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Priorities

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Electric Vehicle Transition
As Chairman of the NFDA's EV Group, he is deeply involved in preparing the motor retail sector for electrification, focusing on training, investment, and customer education.
Future of Motor Retail
He frequently speaks on the evolution of dealerships, emphasizing a "digital-first" approach while maintaining showrooms as fun, attractive places for customers.
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Career

Work history

11-2017
Chief Executive Officer
Waylands
12-2020
Chairman – NFDA EV Working Group
NFDA | National Franchised Dealers Association
10-2016
Non Executive Director
John Clark Motor Group
2-2007 - 5-2016
CEO
Ridgeway Group
1-2000 - 2-2007
Financial Director/Brand Director
Ridgeway Group
In the press

Media appearances

Waylands Automotive John O'Hanlon – Car Dealer Inspiring .... Featured in YouTube
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MT Interview: Waylands Automotive CEO John O'Hanlon. Featured in Motor Trader
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Education
1987 - 1990
MA
University of Glasgow
1979 - 1986
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Cardinal Newman High School
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