They each control the executive keys and corporate expectations of the two most prominent and successful brands in Australia’s heavy truck business. They are also two of the most disparate, contrasting individuals you’re likely to find anywhere.
One, the carefully considered, gentle-mannered, quietly confident, and calmly deliberate son of proud immigrant parents who tolerates rather than seeks the occasional glare of the spotlight. The other, a perpetually upbeat, inherently animated, and unequivocally ambitious Dutchman with a natural flair for life in the limelight.
The former is Paccar Australia managing director Andrew Hadjikakou. Or, just ‘Hadge’ to those in the inner circle. The latter is Volvo Group Australia (VGA) president and CEO Peter Voorhoeve. Or Peter V to just about everyone.
Different as they are, though, there’s much about their characters…
