ATLANTA Genuine Parts Co. (GPC) announced today the election of E. Jenner Wood, III, as a new independent director of the company. Wood is currently executive vice president of SunTrust Banks Inc., a position he has held since 2005, and was also named chairman, CEO and president of SunTrust’s Atlanta Division in April 2014. Wood has 39 years of experience in banking and investment management and also serves on the boards of Southern Co. and Oxford Industries.
Tom Gallagher, chairman and CEO of GPC, stated, "Jenner Wood is an extremely talented executive with a wealth of business experience and knowledge. He is sure to be a valuable director and we look forward to his contributions in the coming years."