Motovicity Promotes Brett Kinsfather to VP of Sales and Marketing
Motovicity Distribution has announced the promotion of Brett Kinsfather to vice president of sales and marketing, succeeding Brian Lounsberry who was recently promoted to CEO in December 2016.
Melling Announces Personnel Changes for the 2017 Executive Sales Team
Mark Melling recently announced changes to the 2017 Melling Engine Parts Aftermarket Executive Sales Team. Laura Short, Mike Osterhaus and Tom Trosin all have been promoted.
David Williams Named Director of OE Sales, Marketing and Strategic Planning for DENSO
DENSO Products and Services Americas, Inc. has promoted David H. Williams to director of Original Equipment Sales (OES), Marketing and Strategic Planning. In the newly created position, Williams oversees all aspects of DENSO’s original equipment service sales, product development and original equipment service parts while continuing to manage the company’s Marketing and Strategic Planning departments.
Robert Christy Joins JohnDow Industries as Vice President af Sales & Marketing
JohnDow Industries has announced that Robert Christy has joined JDI as the company’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Rob will be responsible for leading the sales team, driving revenue and new product development as well as contributing to the marketing and growth strategies of JohnDow.
CRP Automotive Names Nicole Ryan as Regional Sales Manager for the Midwest
CRP Automotive has announced that Nicole Ryan has joined CRP Automotive and will serve as the Regional Sales Manager for the Midwest region of the United States. Ryan will be based out of the Great Lakes area and will be responsible for maintaining customer relationships, conducting technical sales meetings, and evaluating new business opportunities across the Midwest.
Heartland Sales Mourns Passing of Larry Berger
Larry Berger, 65, of Lakeville, MN passed away peacefully August 27th. A long-time industry veteran, Larry was a partner with Larry Sovereign and Don Wolfram in Heartland Sales.
Jim Markle Joins Lesjöfors Springs America Inc. as VP Sales & Marketing, IAM Division
Robert Glynn, vice president and general manager of aftermarket operations for Lesjöfors Group, has announced the appointment of Jim Markle to this key role within the group’s US operation. Markle has many years of experience in the automotive aftermarket.
S.B. International Names Tom DeBlasis VP of Sales
S.B. International, Inc. (SBI) of Nashville, Tennessee, recently announced the appointment of Tom DeBlasis as vice president of sales effective July 15, 2016.
Timken Names Brett Blauner Its National Sales Manager for Automotive Aftermarket-Light Vehicle
The Timken Company has announced that Brett Blauner has been named national sales manager for automotive aftermarket. Blauner is responsible for managing U.S. sales development for light vehicle automotive aftermarket. He reports to Brian J. Ruel, who was appointed vice president of Americas at The Timken Company earlier this year.
CRP Automotive Names Cory Martin West Coast Regional Sales Manager
CRP Automotive has announced that Cory Martin has joined CRP Automotive and will serve as the regional sales manager for the western region of the United States. Martin will be based out of the San Francisco Bay area and will be responsible for all sales activities, account management, and product training for West Coast customers.
Scott McLaughlin Promoted to Holley/MSD Director of Sales
Holley/MSD has announced the promotion of Scott McLaughlin to the position of director of sales. In this position, Scott will be responsible for the continued cultivation of the Holley/MSD resellers with the ultimate goals of growing value and growing relationships.
United Engine & Machine Names Ken Carter as VP of Sales
Scott Sulprizio, President of United Engine & Machine recently announced Ken Carter as their new vice president of sales. Carter comes to UEM with a wealth of experience in the Engine Parts Aftermarket. He has held similar sales positions with Mahle Inc., Clevite Engine Parts and Dana Corporation.
Melling Promotes Karen Bewley to Midwest Regional Sales Manager
Melling Engine Parts has promoted Karen Bewley to the position of midwest regional sales manager. Bewley has been with Melling for two years and has strong knowledge and experience of the industry with more than 24 years in the automotive aftermarket.
Bill Hoffpauer Joins CRP Automotive as Regional Sales Manager
CRP Automotive has announced the appointment of Bill Hoffpauer as its Regional Sales Manager for the Southeastern US. Hoffpauer has taken over the responsibilities of CRP Automotive’s former Southeast Manager, Daniel McSwain, who has retired.
Valvoline Instant Oil Change Kicks Off Pink Wiper Sales with Pink Out Day
Saturday, October 3, will be the official launch of Valvoline Instant Oil Change’s October Pink Wiper fundraising campaign. This national event has participating locations giving away special pink swag.
Dura-Bond Hires Andre Moser as General Sales Manager
Dura-Bond has announced the addition of Andre Moser as general sales manager. Andre will be instrumental in growing the rapidly expanding transmission segment of the business along with other core product lines.
King Engine Bearings Announces Phillip A. Data as National Sales Manager
King Engine Bearings has announced the appointment of Phillip A. Data as its new national sales manager. Phillip brings with him 20 years of experience, most recently as National Sales Manager for Modern Silicone Technologies and Magnum Gaskets.
American Green Ventures Hires Donnie McDaniel as Southwest Territory Sales Manager
American Green Ventures, Inc. has announced it has hired Donnie McDaniel as its new southwest territory sales manager for the SpillFix Industrial Organic Absorbent. Mr. McDaniel has more than 20 years of experience managing sales for government, commercial, industrial, and construction accounts.
