Mercedes-Benz Vans UK has appointed Joanna East as national rental manager in a move to further support the brand’s fleet strategy.

She has 20 years of industry experience, including roles within Skoda, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, and more recently as the head of bids and fleet business development at Bott. East will report directly to Ricky McFarland, head of strategic accounts.

McFarland said: “Jo is joining the team during an exciting time for Mercedes-Benz Vans in the UK; we have celebrated our seventh consecutive year of growth and with new models coming during the next few years, her wealth of experience will enable us to further develop our effective rental strategy.”