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Gulf States Toyota Names Jeff Buchanan As Senior Vice President of Strategy, Talent and Culture

PRIVATEAug 23, 2024•almost 2 years ago

Position

Vice President

Company

Gulf States Toyota

Jeff Buchanan
HoustonTransportationAutomotive

Description

Gulf States Toyota (GST) announced the addition of Jeff Buchanan to its leadership team as the new Senior Vice President of Strategy, Talent and Culture. Buchanan, a seasoned automotive industry professional, will play a key role in driving innovation and enhancing the company's tech-forward strategy.

Company Information

Company

Gulf States Toyota

Location

Houston, Texas, United States

About

Gulf States Toyota (GST) is one of America's most successful private companies and one of the world's largest distributors of Toyota vehicles and parts. Founded in 1969 in Houston, Texas, GST teams with Toyota Motor Sales USA and over 156 Toyota dealerships in our five-state region—Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Mississippi and Louisiana—to meet the rising demand for Toyota vehicles and parts. Gulf States Toyota is part of The Friedkin Group.

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