AutoCanada Inc. a multi-location North American automobile dealership group, announced today that Azim Lalani will be appointed as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective in the first quarter of 2023. He will be based at the Company’s Edmonton headquarters. Lalani is a CPA (CA) and CBV, and started his career with KPMG LLP in Vancouver.
“We are very excited to welcome Azim as our new CFO,” said Paul Antony, Executive Chair of the Company. “His extensive experience and proven track record make him a valuable addition to our team as we continue to optimize our platform and pursue growth opportunities.”
Lalani has over 25 years of financial experience and has held senior management roles in several public and private real estate and operating companies with responsibility for financial reporting, treasury, corporate finance, taxation, investor relations and risk management. He joins AutoCanada from a real estate development and management company, where he has served as Senior Vice President, Finance and Accounting.
Previously, Azim was the Chief Financial Officer of American Hotel Income Properties REIT LP where he oversaw the REIT’s growth from an enterprise value of US$350 million to over US$1.1 billion with a diversified portfolio of franchised hotels located across the United States.
