Volvo Car Australia Appoints Public Affairs Manager

SYDNEY – Feb 29, 2012: Volvo Car Australia has announced the appointment of Oliver Peagam to the position of Public Affairs Manager effective immediately.

Oliver brings a wealth of industry experience to the role from Australia and the UK through various roles in automotive journalism and, more recently, as Marketing Communications Manager for the Skoda brand at Volkswagen Group Australia.

"We are delighted to welcome Oliver to the team," said Matt Braid, Managing Director, Volvo Car Australia.

"Volvo Car Australia has an aggressive growth plan in place, which requires a strong and versatile character as its head of public affairs. Oliver was an outstanding candidate and the obvious choice," he added.

Oliver replaces Laurissa Mirabelli who will continue to work in public affairs for Volvo on a part-time basis. Laurissa will be the primary contact for all Volvo enquiries until March 12 when Oliver returns from the Geneva motor show.