ST. LOUIS –

After eight years at XLerate Group, Darris McClure has joined Catastrophe Solutions International (CSI) to head the North American operations.

McClure brings operational expertise from the technology-enabled automotive services industry to his new role.

 “Recruiting Darris reflects our commitment to our customers to develop and deliver the best tech-enabled solutions for the challenges faced by our partner/customers. At the same time adding an executive of this caliber is a statement to our staff that we are committed to provide the most meaningful career opportunities through growth and servant leadership," CSI chief executive officer Michael Morrison said in a news release.

"His experience in the automotive industry in operating and innovating will be a tremendous asset to CSI in our current growth phase and I look forward to working with Darris as we continue to build a world-class organization," Morrison said.

Additionally, he spent his time at XLerate growing the company through acquisitions and organic growth initiatives.