9:04 am, May 5, 2017
SHE’S seen it all – new people, changes of ownership, renovations and industry changes – but Betty Williams is calling time on her 54-year automotive career at the same Southampton dealership.
Betty, 72, who works for Picador plc, started out at the age of 18 working on the switchboard at the then petrol station in Portsmouth Road, Sholing – now known as Picador Vauxhall.
During her half-century career, Betty has predominantly worked in sales and purchase ledger but has helped out elsewhere when required.
She said: ‘I’ve made lifelong friends, met some fantastic people and truly enjoyed every moment. Working for more than 50 years, you get to see and do a lot but I’ve always been happy to learn new skills. I’m sad to leave but I know the business is in good hands.’
On her retirement, Graham Jacobs, Picador plc CEO, added: ‘I’ve known Betty all my life. She’s seen me grow up and it’s been a pleasure to work with her. I would like to take this opportunity to thank her for her service at Picador and we all wish her well in her retirement.’
Betty has no plans to slow down with several trips already organised. A massive Elvis fan, Betty is heading to Memphis and Nashville and has trips across Europe planned.
Picador Vauxhall is part of Picador plc which represents Vauxhall, Renault and Dacia at locations such as Southampton, Chandlers Ford, Winchester and Lyndhurst.
Pictured saying farewell to Betty are, from left, Picador plc managing director Sir Robert Oakeley; finance director Neal Cruse and CEO Graham Jacobs.
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