AutoCanada recently revealed that its chief operating officer Kelly O’Connell has left the company, and that the COO position probably will not be filled.

“The company appreciated Mr. O’Connell’s contribution and that Mr. O’Connell put in place a number of initiatives which will be of future benefit to the company, and we wish him well in his future endeavors,” said Pat Priestner, AutoCanada’s chief executive officer.

“The company is currently reviewing its requirements and current human resources, and is not likely to choose a replacement for the position,” Priestner added.