ANN ARBOR, MI – Clevite Engine Parts this week announced promotions for two of its executives to new posts.

Ted Hughes has been promoted to the position of NAPA business development manager for Clevite Engine Parts. Hughes started with Dana in 2000 as Clevite marketing specialist and in 2002 was promoted to his most recent assignment as light vehicle brand manager. In his new position, Hughes will be the liaison between Clevite, NAPA Headquarters and its underhood sales force. He will be responsible for development and implementation of sales and marketing programs, program specifications and product line reviews.

Hughes is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing. He serves on the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) Leadership Development Network and the SEMA Young Executives Network.

Clevite also announced the promotion of Jesse Jones, a 24-year Dana veteran, to director of marketing.

Jones first came to Clevite in 1999 as team leader for the gasket division. In 2004, he went to the sealing products division as an account manager before returning to Clevite as the data team management leader. His background also includes aftermarket sales responsibilities as well as other marketing positions.

As director of marketing, Jones will be responsible for Clevite’s overall strategic marketing efforts, which include communication, customer program management, tradeshows, motor sports, brand management and customer training.

Jones is a graduate of Northwood University with a major in Marketing Management. His affiliations include the Society of Automotive Engineers, Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association Leadership Network and the National Catalog Managers’ Association. He is also ASE Certified.

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