The International Automotive Remarketers Alliance has named a new systems and communications manager. Hired for the position is Nikki Jones, who will manage IARA’s website and membership system and head up management for IARA’s integrated learning and event systems.

In a news release, IARA executive director Tony Long said: “Nikki took a brief hiatus from the industry, but it is great to have her back as part of the IARA family.

“Nikki is no stranger to this industry or to IARA,” Long said. “She is already IARA CAR Certified, and many of us know her from various conferences over the years.”

Kim Hunt, who held the role previously, is moving to a different position in the industry.

Long said: “Kim Hunt has been a great asset to the association, and although we hate to lose her, we wish her every success at her new post.”

IARA president Jeff Bescher added: “Kim did a great job for us, and we are sure that Nikki brings the skillset and industry knowledge that will allow her to pick up right where Kim left off. We’re excited to have her join our staff.

“We are working on some exciting additions to our website and online software technologies, and I’m sure Nikki is up to the task of helping us take IARA to the next level,” Bescher said.