People On The Move: Week Of Feb. 22

People On The Move: Week Of Feb. 22

A look back at personnel changes of the past week.

Angel Robles Named Kelford Cams Business Development Manager

Robels’ appointment is part of Kelford’s commitment to support its expanding U.S. client base. 

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ATRO Engineered Systems Adds VP Of Sales

Rogelio Lemus joins ATRO with more than 15 years of experience in the heavy-duty trucking industry. 

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Two New Trustees Elected To AACF Board

AACF announced the election of election of Teri Thomas and John Kairys to its board.

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Dana Names Chief Commercial, Marketing, Communications Officer

Byron Foster has joined the company from senior executive roles at Johnson Controls Inc., and Adient plc. 

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Volta Names Former Tesla Exec As SVP Of Network Operations

In his new role, Drew Bennett will oversee the site design, installation and construction of Volta’s charging stations.

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Lippert Components Promotes Eileen Pruitt To Deputy CHRO

Prior to joining Lippert, she practiced law as a partner at a national law firm, where she represented corporate and governmental entities throughout the country.

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NPW Onboards National Sales Manager

Steve Switzer, a 30-year industry veteran, joined the NPW team Feb. 10.

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Goodyear Names News SVP, Global Operations And CTO

Chris Helsel succeeds Jon Bellissimo, who retires after four-decade career.

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Automotive Parts Associates Names New President

Following an executive search, Steve Tucker was identified as the ideal candidate to lead APA.

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Kato, who was appointed to position TBC for growth and evolution, will return to Sumitomo, one of TBC’s shareholders. 

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Ryan Waldron joined Goodyear in 2003, serving in leadership roles in finance and supply chain for multiple North America business areas.

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Bartec TPMS Announces Addition to Field Service Team

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.

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