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the Friedkin Group Appoints Dave Beeston As Chief Executive Officer of Pursuit Sports

Jul 16, 2025•21 days ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Gulf States Toyota

Dave Beeston
HoustonAutomotiveTransportation

Description

The Friedkin Group announced the launch of Pursuit Sports, a new company to oversee its professional sports properties. Dave Beeston has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of Pursuit Sports, starting his role on February 3, 2025.

Company Information

Company

Gulf States Toyota

Location

Houston, Texas, United States

About

Gulf States Toyota (GST) is one of America's most successful private companies and one of the world's largest distributors of Toyota vehicles and parts. Founded in 1969 in Houston, Texas, GST teams with Toyota Motor Sales USA and over 156 Toyota dealerships in our five-state region—Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Mississippi and Louisiana—to meet the rising demand for Toyota vehicles and parts. Gulf States Toyota is part of The Friedkin Group.

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