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Mark Servodidio Named Managing Director of Avis Budget Group Europe
Avis Budget Group announced the appointment of Mark Servodidio as the managing director in Europe.
by Staff
May 26, 2015
Mark Servodidio. Photo via Avis Budget Group.
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Mark Servodidio. Photo via Avis Budget Group.
Avis Budget Group has appointed Mark Servodidio to a newly created position of managing director in Europe. Servodidio will handle all aspects of the company’s rental operations in Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
Servodidio has 14 years of experience with Avis Budget Group. He previously served as managing director for Denmark, Norway, Sweden and the UK. The company’s EMEA strategy director, Nina Bell, has been appointed managing director of the Northern Region to take over Servodidio’s previous role.
"Throughout his tenure, Mark has proven to be an exceptional leader, and he brings a wealth of experience to his new role," said Avis Budget Group International President Larry De Shon, who Servodidio will report to. "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."
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