Photos: It’s All About Family In The Automotive Aftermarket
We often hear people who have spent any time in the automotive aftermarket saying that it's the people who make it all worthwhile. And whether you are part of a multi-generation family run business, or your company just treats you like their own, this week's AMN People photo gallery shows it's all about family in the automotive aftermarket.
Amy Antenora has been reporting on the automotive aftermarket since 2002.
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We often hear those in the automotive aftermarket saying that it’s the people who make it all worthwhile. And whether you are part of a multi-generation, family run business, or your company just treats you like their own, this week’s AMN People photo gallery shows it’s all about family in the automotive aftermarket.
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To submit your event images and details for consideration in a future issue of AMN People, email AMN Editor Amy Antenora at [email protected].
Brake Parts Inc and Remy Power Products employees volunteered for a “Day of Caring” and spring cleaning at the Pioneer Center for Human Services PADS Homeless Services Day Center in Woodstock, Illinois. Left to Right: Ben Wang, Megan Johnson, Jim Hodges, Tracey Tantillo, Debby O’Donnell, Megan Buccola, Debra Ivarson, Andy Ortega, Lee Rico, Ryan Oddo, Eileen Thomas, Meg Johnson, a local Woodstock area resident, Zach Rasmussen, Cinthia Melesio, Angie Smola, Colin Gambaro
In honor of its 120th anniversary, Stant is hosting celebrations with its employees at locations around the globe. On May 23, Tim King, senior vice president of global sales for Stant, visited the Stant plant in Ostrava, Czech Republic. (L to R): Tim King, senior vice president global sales, Stant; Sergio Perini, senior commodity buyer, Roechling; Sebastiano Pagano, OV sales engineer, Stant; Wolfgang Toegel, senior commodity buyer, Roechling; Karin Hajkova, plant manager, Stant; and Vincent Dupuis, OV sales engineer, Stant.
Dayco Products, LLC helped kick-off Northwood University’s Aftermarket 101 course last week by hosting a YANG Regional Meet-up attended by nearly 50 young aftermarket professionals.
(L to R): Rusty Bishop, CEO, Federated Auto Parts; Michael Cardone III, executive chairman, Cardone Industries; and Bo Fisher, chairman, Federated Auto Parts. Cardone III accepted the Federated Hall of Fame award on behalf of his father, Michael Cardone Jr.
Left to Right: Brad and Susan Johnston, Edie and Sandra Cifuentes, Al and Danielle Torcini, JC Washbish, John and Kathy Gustafson, Tim and Amy Lassila, Jason and Stephanie Kozak, Charlotte Grimmett
Left to Right: Corvette Winners Jason Kool, Donald Addison, and Jason Kozak
Stant employee Shandra Smith helps with face painting during Stant’s family day event held May 5 at Stant’s Pine Bluff, Arkansas plant.
Adrienne Wilson rides the mechanical bull during Stant’s family day celebration held May 5 at Stant’s Pine Bluff, Arkansas plant.
Mike Mansuetti, president of Bosch in North America, speaking at the Bosch Mobility Experience, where Bosch demoed current and future vehicle technology at the Bosch Proving Grounds in Flat Rock, Michigan.
L to R: Ambassador award winners Al Kucera, Kay Walker, Dan Kruzic, Shane McNallie, [Wendi Damron for Mark Cappucci]
Congratulations to the newly elected WIN board for 2018-’19!
During the 12th Annual WIN Educational Conference “Racing to Connect,” which was held May 7-9 in Indianapolis, Beverly Rook-Twibell (right) of Safelite Solutions was recognized as the 2018 recipient of this prestigious award by Petra Schroeder, outgoing WIN Chair.
Emma Henderson is the Managing Editor of aftermarketNews and Counterman. She joined Babcox after a career as a television reporter for stations across the Midwest. Contact her at [email protected]
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Merchants Fleet announced the hire of Jessica Starke as regional sales manager for the central region of the company’s Truck & Van Rental Division.
"Jessica's comprehensive understanding of the transportation industry and her unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional service are perfectly aligned with our mission to provide flexible, reliable, and innovative fleet solutions," said John Korte, vice president of central region sales at Merchants Fleet. "We are thrilled to welcome someone of Jessica’s caliber to lead the charge in driving success for our clients in the central region."
Joe Miller has been involved in the automotive industry his entire career, starting in the family automotive shop, and over the years working his way through all the shop positions.
