Personnel

APA Names Drew Fondren New Marketing Administrator

Fondren joins Automotive Parts Associates from outside the automotive aftermarket.

Published: May 3, 2023

Automotive Parts Associates (APA) has announced the hiring of Drew Fondren as marketing administrator.

Fondren joins APA from outside the automotive aftermarket and APA says it is excited to bring “new blood” into the industry. He received his bachelor’s in integrated marketing communications (IMC) and master’s in journalism with an emphasis in IMC, both from the University of Mississippi. Fondren will report to Jan Larson, director of marketing.

“I am excited having Drew on board and looking forward to working with him,” said Larson. “Drew will be focusing on the launching of the Professionals’ Choice banner shop program as well as communications with our shareholders, members and suppliers. Drew is a great addition to APA.”

Dayco Announces Leadership Hires, Headquarters’ Relocation

Dayco said these developments strengthen its focus on innovation and growth.

By Emma Henderson

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]

Published: May 1, 2024

Dayco has announced the appointment of several strategic leadership positions, as well as the relocation of the company’s headquarters to Birmingham, MI.

Dayco announced the appointment of several strategic leadership positions, as well as the relocation of the company’s headquarters to Birmingham, MI.

Following the acquisition by Hidden Harbor Capital Partners, a primary focus for the company has been building a global leadership team to deliver the company’s long-term strategy, Dayco said.