Auto Care Association Adds Director of Membership Engagement

Auto Care Association Adds Director of Membership Engagement

Todd Finnerty will leverage his experience as a former industry participant to more deeply connect and engage with members.

The Auto Care Association announced Todd Finnerty as its new director of membership engagement, where he will be responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction for Auto Care Association’s member engagement and retention efforts by developing strong relationships with member companies in the automotive aftermarket industry, Auto Care says.

In this role, Finnerty will leverage his experience as a former industry participant to more deeply connect and engage with members. Todd will lead a membership team dedicated to understanding member challenges, presenting solutions and fine-tuning the member experience to ensure seamless, end-to-end service, says Auto Care.

Having served nearly six years with the association’s membership department, Finnerty is already well-respected and connected with the entire supply chain: from manufacturers, to warehouse distributors, to retailers and shops, says Auto Care. He is also a former automotive technician for brands such as Ferrari and Mercedes-Benz.

Finnerty holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Finance from American University’s Kogod School of Business.

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