Falken Tire Announces Management Promotions
The new year has brought new job assignments for some key Falken Tire Corp. executives. Hideo Honda, who had been Falken’s president and COO, was promoted to CEO of the company. Richard Smallwood, previously vice president of sales and marketing, took over Honda’s position as president and COO. Darren Thomas, who was executive director of marketing, was moved up to vice president of sales and marketing replacing Smallwood in that role
AutoZone Announces Promotions
AutoZone has announced that Bob Olsen has been promoted to executive vice president, supply chain, IT, Mexico and store development.Also, Harry Goldsmith, currently senior vice president, general counsel, and secretary has been promoted to executive vice president, general counsel and secretary. In addition, Tim Briggs, currently vice president, human resources has been promoted to senior vice president, human resources.
Lund International Announces Internal Promotions
Lund International, a manufacturer broad line of accessories for the automotive aftermarket, has announced internal promotions within their marketing department in the areas of communication and information.
Affinia Under Vehicle Group Announces New Raybestos and Spicer Brand Promotions
The Affinia Under Vehicle Group has unveiled two new promotions for its Raybestos and Spicer brands. The Raybestos brand Spring Brake 2005 Professional Service Dealer promotion will run April 1 – June 30. The Spicer Professional Grade Chassis Spring Into Summer promotion and sweepstakes is also available April 1 – June 30. Both promotions offer professional service dealers the opportunity to win great prizes.
CARSTAR Announces Executive Promotions
CARSTAR, one of North America’s largest collision repair organizations, has promoted three of its executives. Daren Fristoe, most recently senior vice president, has been promoted to the position of chief administrative officer for CARSTAR. Fristoe will continue to provide the company with corporate leadership, specifically focusing on the areas of human resources, training and education, franchise communication and services, corporate marketing and community initiatives. Fristoe joined the CARSTAR organization in May of 2002 after serving as vice president of human resources at eScout, LLC.
Advance Auto Parts Announces Senior Executive Promotions
To support continued growth of the company, auto parts and accessories retailer Advance Auto Parts has promoted two of its senior executives to new positions. Larry Castellani, Advance chairman and CEO announced the promotions today. Jeff Gray has been promoted to the newly created post of executive vice president from senior vice president. Gray also serves as CFO for the company and will continue to serve in this capacity as well. Dave Mueller has been promoted to executive vice president, merchandising and marketing from senior vice president, merchandising and marketing.
ICOR International Announces Staff Promotions
ICOR International, Inc., an Indianapolis-based manufacturer and distributor of air conditioning and refrigeration products, recently announced promotion of three of its employees.
FleetPride Announces Two Executive Promotions
FleetPride, Inc., one of the nation’s largest aftermarket distributors of heavy-duty truck parts, has promoted Timothy Gadus to the position of vice president and chief accounting officer. Gadus joined FleetPride in 1998, holding the positions of director of finance and director of corporate development before serving in his current position as the corporate controller and assistant corporate secretary.
Autospecialty Announces Executive Promotions
Autospecialty has announced a number of executive promotions. Larry Fidance has been promoted to vice president of marketing for the entire company.
WIX Announces Two New In-Store Promotions
WIX Filters has launched two new promotions for collectors. An exclusive NASCAR Performance Product, WIX is launching the WIX #1 Fan Bobblehead Promotion designed to help spread the excitement of America’s fastest-growing sport to consumers. WIX is also unveiling the latest in its series of die-cast collectibles, celebrating the joint achievements of both Ford and WIX.