10.05.2024

<title><value>Hagerty International Managing Director Mark Roper takes role of Chairman of the Historic &amp; Classic Vehicles Alliance (HCVA)</value></title>

Mark Roper, the Managing Director of Hagerty International, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Historic & Classic Vehicles Alliance (HCVA), succeeding David Meek who is pursuing new opportunities. With extensive experience in leadership and membership growth, Mark will be responsible for hiring a full-time Chief Executive Officer to guide HCVA’s strategic direction.nnSince its inception in 2021, HCVA has played a pivotal role in addressing challenges within the classic car industry. The organization actively engages with government policy debates, supports heritage skills development to ensure a skilled future workforce, focuses on sustainable solutions for powering classic vehicles long-term, and facilitates networking within the industry.nnDespite his new role as Chairman which he began after serving as a non-executive Director since 2023, Mark will continue his duties at Hagerty International. He expressed his enthusiasm about leading HCVA towards safeguarding the classic car sector’s future—a mission that aligns with Hagerty’s global goal of preserving driving experiences for generations to come.nnFor more details on HCVA’s initiatives and activities visit their website.nnHagerty operates globally with headquarters in Michigan and is dedicated to preserving automotive culture through various services including insurance for auto enthusiasts. In addition to hosting events like Festival of the Unexceptional and RADwood UK among others, they offer an array of products such as valuation tools and media content related to automotive interests.nnTo learn more about Hagerty or connect via social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram or Twitter visit their UK website or contact them directly through provided channels for further information or media inquiries.