LONDON, May 19, 2015
(GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Avis Budget Group (Nasdaq:CAR)today announced
the appointment of Mark Servodidio to the newly-created role of
managing director, Europe, reporting to Larry De Shon, president,
International. Servodidio will assume responsibility for all
aspects of the Company's vehicle rental operations, including
customer service and fleet management, across Austria, Belgium,
Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Luxembourg, the
Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the
United Kingdom.
Servodidio brings 14 years of experience at Avis Budget Group to
his new position. Most recently, he served as Managing
Director for Denmark, Norway, Sweden and the UK, overseeing the
recent acquisition of the Company's Scandinavian licensees. His
prior positions include executive vice president, Franchisee and
Corporate Services for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), and
global roles including Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Human
Resources Officer.
As a result of the move, Nina Bell, who formerly served as the
Company's EMEA strategy director, has been appointed managing
director, Northern Region, with oversight of Denmark, Norway,
Sweden and the UK.
"Throughout his tenure, Mark has proven to be an exceptional
leader, and he brings a wealth of experience to his new role," said
De Shon. "Under Mark's leadership, the European region is well
positioned to continue on its path of profitable growth, geographic
expansion, enhanced efficiency and dedication to the
customer."
"I'm also delighted that Mark's promotion has provided Nina,
another highly respected leader within our business, with the
opportunity to take forward the leadership of our Northern Region,"
De Shon added.
Servodidio and Bell both assume their new roles with immediate
effect.
About Avis Budget Group
Avis Budget Group, Inc. is a leading global provider of vehicle
rental services through its Avis and Budget brands, with more than
10,000 rental locations in approximately 175 countries around the
world, and through its Zipcar brand, which is the world's leading
car sharing network, with more than 900,000 members. Avis Budget
Group operates most of its car rental offices in North America,
Europe and Australia directly, and operates primarily through
licensees in other parts of the world. Avis Budget Group has
approximately 30,000 employees and is headquartered in Parsippany,
N.J. For more information, visit www.avisbudgetgroup.com.
CONTACT: Simon Robinson
Communications Director
Avis Budget Group
communications@avis-europe.com
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