Protective Asset Protection has completed its acquisition of Portfolio, a move executives say will “set the standard” for F&I and reinsurance technology, products and administration. +

Protective has agreed to purchase Portfolio, combining two of the nation’s leading F&I and reinsurance providers and adding to a string of major acquisitions that includes AUL, Revolos and U.S. Warranty. +

Buckeye Dealership Consulting has hired Jim O’Connell as COO and Martin Gutierrez as business development manager, according to Auto Remarketing’s BHPH Report. +

Former managing director Ryan Hanlon has rejoined Portfolio as chief sales officer to grow sales, revenue and market share. +