People On The Move: Week Of Oct. 18
A look back at personnel changes of the past week.
China’s Burgeoning Aftermarket
There is little doubt that China will become the largest aftermarket in the world. It’s not a matter of if, but when. China’s market offers both opportunity and threat and will have an impact on your customers and your competitive landscape that will be important to understand.
TIA Announces the 2018-‘19 Board of Directors Election Results
Members will take office on Monday, Oct. 29 at TIA’s board of director’s meeting at Bally’s Hotel in Las Vegas.
TIA Announces 2018 Hall Of Fame And Ed Wagner Leadership Award Honorees
All recipients will be honored at the Tire Industry Honors taking place on Monday, Oct. 29, in Las Vegas.
Goodyear On TireHub: ‘This Is Just A Next Step’
The move combines Goodyear’s corporate-owned wholesale distribution network with Bridgestone’s Tire Wholesale Warehouse.
AMN Executive Interview With TechForce CEO And Executive Director Jennifer Maher
As the CEO and executive director of TechForce Foundation, Jennifer Maher has a bold vision. “For decades, technicians have been unfairly identified as ‘grease monkeys.’ It’s a label that was never true but, today, is just ridiculous when you consider the complexity of vehicles. Frankly, we’re out to kill that negative image once and for all. And, in the process, we want to inspire and support those who are looking for a secure and rewarding career that fits their talent and interests,” said Maher.
Humberto Gomez Named President Of Yokohama Tire Mexico
Gomez (right) succeeds Gary Nash (left), a Tire Industry Association Hall of Famer with 52 years in the tire industry.
Firestone Industrial Products Names New President
Craig Schneider (pictured) succeeds Scott Damon, who recently was named president, commercial group, U.S. and Canada for Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations.
AAAA Launches The Automotive Repairers Council Of Australia
As a specialist council of the AAAA, ARCA is under the governance of the membership elected AAAA National Council. ARCA will be managed by a 13-member committee with 12 people elected for two-year terms from its membership and one appointed from the AAAA National Council.
Stu Crum Joins Service King As Chief Operating Officer
Crum previously served as president of Bridgestone America Retail Operations and president of Jiffy Lube International during his more than 30-year automotive career.
