Barry Soltz to Join AMRA/MAP - aftermarketNews

Barry Soltz to Join AMRA/MAP

The board of directors of the Automotive Maintenance and Repair Association (AMRA) and the board of trustees for the Motorist Assurance Program (MAP) have jointly announced the selection of Barry Soltz as the organization’s executive director and president. Soltz, who most recently served as program manager for CARFAX, Inc., will officially take over upon the retirement of Larry Hecker on June 30. Soltz previously was president and CEO of the Automotive Engine Rebuilders Association.

The board of directors of the Automotive Maintenance and Repair Association (AMRA) and the board of trustees for the Motorist Assurance Program (MAP) have jointly announced the selection of Barry Soltz as the organization’s executive director and president.

Soltz, who most recently served as program manager for CARFAX, Inc., will officially take over upon the retirement of Larry Hecker on June 30. Soltz previously was president and CEO of the Automotive Engine Rebuilders Association.

AMRA and MAP have been actively searching for Hecker’s replacement since he announced his retirement last fall.

“We’re very pleased with Barry’s nomination and his board approval. His familiarity with our organization will ensure a smooth transition and continued focus on our strategic direction,” said Jack Fischbein, chairman of AMRA.

Charlie Ayers, chairman of MAP, added, “Our executive search allowed us to review several well-qualified candidates. Barry’s knowledge of the aftermarket and many of our association’s members was a key element in our selection process.”

AMRA’s membership includes many of the largest vehicle repair service providers in the automotive aftermarket, including such national/regional retailers as: All Tune and Lube, Autobacs Strauss, Firestone, Goodyear, Jiffy Lube, Just Brakes, Midas, Monro, Pep Boys, Sears, Tire Kingdom and Tuffy to name just a few. The MAP Participating facilities currently total more than 9,000 locations and contain in excess of 105,000 service bays.

AMRA/MAP members, in addition to the auto service providers, include many parts and tire manufacturers, automotive service suppliers, data management companies, education and training experts and state consumer affairs personnel.

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