LAKE FOREST, Calif. -- DST Inc. has named Kyle Johnson as its new VP of Strategic Accounts, effective immediately.

Johnson’s career highlights have been at the forefront of automotive e-commerce and electronic data cataloging. He most recently held an eight-year position as VP of Strategic Accounts at WHI. Between 1992 and 2000 he had risen to the position of COO at Profit Pro Inc. In addition, he was a committee member for several years on the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) Technology Standards and Solutions Committee and was actively involved on the team that created the original AAIA vehicle standards, as well as the new ACES catalog standard.

Johnson holds a BS in computer information systems from Weber State University and an MBA from Brigham Young University.
      
Upon his appointment, Johnson said, “I’m delighted to become the newest member of DST’s team. DST stands at the forefront of delivering new generation technology to key vertical market accounts, enabling them to work smarter and more productively -- technology that is already developed, fine-tuned and working in the marketplace today. DST will aggressively work to formulate best-of-breed business models for our clients, recharging and revitalizing their operations.”
      
DST CEO and President Stan Gowisnock noted, “Kyle’s impressive expertise and background will be instrumental in leading the e-commerce sector of DST’s business for our top-tier accounts. We continue to be excited and energized by the opportunities presented for demonstrable positive change in parts distribution verticals. Our corporate mission is stronger than ever in ensuring that the proven premier technology we bring to the table is fully implemented by our customers. DST and the industries we serve will benefit from Kyle’s technology focused career and dedication to solutions in the markets we serve.”