• Tony Quick will step back to a non-executive role at Quickstep following the handover to David Marino
    Tony Quick will step back to a non-executive role at Quickstep following the handover to David Marino
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Quickstep Holdings Limited, a manufacturer of high-grade carbon-fibre components for the aerospace and automotive industries has appointed David Marino as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer.

Mr Marino will commence his official duties in the role from mid February 2015, and will be appointed as a director at the first Board meeting after his commencement. Mr Marino is currently Chief Operating Officer of Futuris Automotive Group, having been appointed to that role in June 2013 following ten years in senior management and executive roles throughout the Group.

In announcing the appointment, current executive chairman Tony Quick said Quickstep has experienced significant growth in its operations over the past year, tripling sales in FY2014 from FY2013.

“In FY2015 Quickstep expects further significant growth, and is also seeking to establish a position in the automotive market. David’s experience in leading and managing high-growth businesses, and in particular his extensive experience in developing manufacturing businesses both locally and overseas in the Automotive industry, are an ideal fit for Quickstep as we focus on delivering the expected growth over the next few years,” Mr Quick said.

Philippe Odouard will continue in his current role as executive director, focused on developing the market for the Quickstep process with particular emphasis on the defence and aerospace markets. Mr Odouard will report to Mr Marino.

It is envisaged that there will be a brief handover period after which Tony Quick will relinquish all executive responsibilities and resume his role as Non-Executive Chairman of Quickstep.

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