DENVER, Colo. – The Gates Corp. announced today that Jeff Brekke, executive vice president global aftermarket, has retired from the company effective Jan. 7. His decision brings to a close an impressive 35-year career of continuous service to Gates, across diverse geographies from Australia to North America. He will remain a part of the company in an advisory capacity, helping Gates continue to build its aftermarket presence in the APAC region.

Brekke began his career with the organization as a member of the automotive field sales force in 1980. Over the years, he moved up to hold a number of key management positions. Brekke became managing director of Gates South Pacific in 2003, followed by a promotion to senior vice president of Gates North American Automotive Aftermarket Sales in 2007. He ends his career on a high note, serving as executive vice president global aftermarket as well as on multiple professional boards.

“Jeff is known as a passionate and dedicated ambassador of the Gates brand wherever he goes,” said Jim Nicol, Gates CEO. “I would like to personally thank him for his contributions and commitment to the company.”