In this edition of “Five Minutes With,” we get to know a little more about Katie Noga, manager of marketing communications for SKF USA Inc.
Noga has held her current position at SKF since 1992. From 2005 to 2010, she also served as president of
the Car Care Council Women’s Board, and has been a member since its
inception in 1996. Her participation has been instrumental in the board’s growth
and success and last year she was named "Woman of the Year" by the Women's Board, based on her longevity in the aftermarket, her career accomplishments, her
leadership capabilities and dedication to the automotive aftermarket industry.
Noga also is a member of the Automotive Communication Council (ACC) and has
served twice as its president. She holds a bachelor’s degree from College of DuPage
in Glen Ellyn, Ill.
aftermarketNews is honored to have Katie as the first female voice in our "Five Minutes With" series!
What was your first job in the industry?
Sales administrator
What do you like best about your current position?
As Manager of Marketing Communications, no two days are ever alike! This position encourages creativity and provides a variety of responsibilities including design and production of sales support materials; planning media campaigns; managing SKF's NASCAR Sprint Cup program; trade show management; customer promotional program development; and content management for the Vehicle Service Market website.
Did you initially intend to pursue a career in the aftermarket? If not, what drew you to the industry and what keeps you here?
Some of my earliest memories are of spending time with my Dad at his Sinclair gas station so I guess you could say I was destined to work in the aftermarket. After a working for a short time in other fields, I spent 14 years with Maremont/Gabriel. In 1992, I began work at SKF and have just celebrated my 19th anniversary [with the company]. One thing that is constant in the aftermarket is change, which provides on-going challenges and the need to continually be creative.
What one word best sums up your personality?
Giving.
What do you do when not at work?
When I have a few spare minutes, I love to read. When time allows, I enjoy gardening. And, no holiday would be complete without a tray of my special homemade butter cookies.
What was your first car?
Buick Riviera
Do you have a hidden talent?
Baking and hand-decorating cookies
What are you currently reading?
"The Girl Who Played with Fire" -- third in an excellent series
Who is on your dream dinner party guest list?
Jon Bon Jovi and Johnny Depp
Favorite quote/mantra/motto?
Always find a way to help someone else.
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