ATLANTA – Jim Demetry has been named Manheim’s first-ever chief of staff, effective Jun. 16. In this role, Demetry will work with President and CEO Dean Eisner and Manheim’s senior management team to establish strategic priorities, streamline implementation processes, and monitor activities toward completion. He will also serve as the conduit for all company legal matters.

For the last 10 years, Demetry has served as Manheim’s lead attorney at the Atlanta law office of Dow Lohnes, providing legal guidance to Manheim’s operating locations, businesses, and senior managers on a wide range of issues.