Executive Team

Sukhpal and the Ahluwalia family co-invested in GSF alongside Epiris in October 2023 Renowned as a pioneer in the automotive aftermarket, Sukhpal was the founder of Euro Car Parts and is the current Non-Executive Chairman of real estate and private equity business Dominus.

Email: sukhpal.ahluwalia@gsfgroup.com
Phone: 07816682230

Steve is a seasoned leader with vast experience in the automotive sector. He was Chief Operating Officer at Euro Car Parts and has since held CEO posts at the SPOT Group, OT Group and Petromin.

In 2023 Steve was named CEO of the Year by CEO Monthly.

Email: steve.horne@gsfgroup.com
Phone: 07817 815331

Shaun is a highly experienced technology leader with over 25 years spent delivering technology and business transformation within the retail, logistics and distribution sectors.

He joined GSF Group in August 2023 and leads the company's systems development, infrastructure and IT service delivery functions.

Email: shaun.devey@gsfgroup.com
Number: 07585402043

Martin is a highly experienced recruiter who was instrumental in the rapid growth of Phones4u and Euro Car Parts. He joined GSF in December 2023 with a focus on strengthening and accelerating the company's recruitment as it embarks on a period of significant and sustained network growth and investment.

Email: martin.gray@gsfgroup.com
Phone: 07890032171

Alistair joined GSF in January 2024 and is now the company's Chief Customer Officer. Prior to joining GSF, he co-founded, scaled, and exited the UK's largest online marketplace for car repairs, WhoCanFixMyCar.com. Alistair's role focuses on developing and maintaining best-in-class customer relationships and helping enhance GSF's market position as it embarks on a new period of growth and investment.

Before moving into the automotive sector Alistair spent 10 years in Financial Services working for Lehman Brothers, and then Nomura. Here he specialised in selling Fixed Income products, bonds and derivatives, to Hedge Funds and Banks.

Alistair studied European Business with French at Nottingham Business School and has lived and worked in France, Switzlerland and the US.

Email: alistair.preston@gsfgroup.com

Mike brings a wealth of experience to GSF from his previous role as CFO of Victoria PLC from 2016 to 2022, where he played a pivotal role in growing the company's EBITDA from c. £20 million to c. £200 million. This involved the management and integration of significant investments and synergy initiatives, as well as raising over £1 billion in investment financing.

Prior to this, Mike spent 9 years in the Investment Banking division of Rothschild & Co, specialising in mergers & acquisitions and corporate finance; and previously 3 years in the Forensic Services division of PwC, where he completed his chartered accountancy qualification.

Mike grew up in Hong Kong and studied Engineering at the University of Cambridge.

Falgun has extensive experience in the motor factor and aftermarket parts industry with over 20 years spent in program management, inventory management and warehouse operations.

He joined GSF Group in March 2024 and oversees logistical operations for the national distribution centre, and wider network.

Debasish, known as Dev, is a dynamic senior business leader with over 25 years of international experience. His career spans across India and Europe, showcasing his versatility in strategy, sales, and operations among other areas. Dev excels in diverse environments, from start-ups to multinational corporations, leveraging his strategic acumen and leadership to drive growth and operational excellence. His hands-on approach and keen insight into market trends have been instrumental in developing sustainable business strategies.

With automotive experience from General Motos, Euro Car Parts and Schaeffler, Dev joins GSF Group as Chief Commercial Officer.