Smart repair specialist Revive has appointed Craig Cavener as its UK sales manager.

Cavener has considerable experience within the automotive industry both in garage management and sales. His objective is to nurture strategic relationships with dealerships to deliver opportunities for Revive technicians throughout the network.  He will also be responsible for managing existing national account customers at Revive.

He said: “Having worked in the automotive industry for a number of years, I’m keen to bring my experience to Revive and help develop new national account programmes for the company.

“Revive is at the top of their game, so it’s an exciting time for me to be joining the team. I’m relishing the challenge.  Moving forward, I hope the national account programme will deliver at least 50% of turnover for Revive by 2020.”

Commenting on the appointment, Revive managing director Mark Llewellyn said: “As a growing network, with ambitious plans, it is crucial that we invest in a robust team. Winning new business and developing relationships with existing customers is a key component of our growth strategy.   I have every confidence that Craig will thrive in his new role and welcome him to our team.”

Revive specialises in repairing minor scuffs and scrapes to vehicle bodywork and alloy wheels.