RPM Announces Leadership Transition

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Stock RPM Automotive Group Ltd (RPM.ASX)
Release Time 20 Apr 2026, 9:57 a.m.
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 RPM Announces Leadership Transition
Key Points
  • Clive Finkelstein stepping down as CEO
  • Roy Norris appointed as new CEO
  • Norris brings over 25 years of senior management experience
Full Summary

RPM Automotive Group Limited (ASX: RPM), a leading player in the Australian automotive aftermarket sector, announces that Mr. Clive Finkelstein will be stepping down from his role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of RPM. RPM is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Roy Norris as incoming Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Norris brings more than twenty-five years of senior management experience across the automotive and industrial sectors, with a strong track record in operational performance, commercial growth and business transformation. He has held senior leadership roles at organisations including Goodyear Tyres Australia, Toyota Material Handling Australia and Continental Tyres Australia. The Board is confident that his depth of experience and commercial acumen make him exceptionally well-placed to drive the Group's strategic initiatives. Lawrence Jaffe, RPM Chair, expressed gratitude for Mr. Finkelstein's significant contributions to the business since stepping into the role on an interim basis in September 2024, noting that his leadership has been instrumental in refining the company's structure and positioning the Group for its next chapter. Mr. Jaffe also extended a warm welcome to Mr. Norris, expressing confidence in his ability to execute on RPM's strategic vision.