Michael Hayes

Michael Hayes has over 25 years of experience in the automotive industry, currently serving as the National Manager of Inventory Planning and Wholesale at Nissan Motor Co Australia since July 1997. In this role, Michael oversees all aspects of sales, including retail and wholesale target achievement, while supporting dealer network growth and strategic planning. Previous positions held include National Dealer Operations Manager and National Business Development Manager, focusing on enhancing dealership profitability and performance. Michael was also the Regional Electric Vehicle Project Manager for Australia and New Zealand, managing EV introductions and cross-functional team coordination. Prior experience includes roles at Honda Australia, supplemented by academic credentials in Marketing and Arts from Chisholm and Monash University.