Pronto Honors Members For Outstanding Achievement
The Pronto National Accounts award was given to Parts Authority of New Hyde Park, New York.
Leadership 2.0: Session 2 Begins
Today we kick off our annual series of blog posts from automotive aftermarket professionals who are currently participating in the University of the Aftermarket’s (UofA) Leadership 2.0 executive education experience. First up, we hear from Rob Blitzstein, vice president, vendor management, Parts Authority/IMC.
Eastern Warehouse Distributors Takes On Equity Partner
The Jordan Co., a private equity firm that specializes in buying and building companies in partnership with the existing owners and management teams, has invested a majority stake in the business through its automotive parts distribution platform. In 2016, The Jordan Co. also invested in Parts Authority.
‘The Group’ Recognizes 2 Members For Top Vendor Support
APW Knox-Seeman Warehouse of Carson, California, and Parts Authority of Rockville Centre, New York, were recently honored by the The Group for excellence in vendor support.
Tenneco Names Grand-Prize Winner Of Monroe 100 Year Sweepstakes
Tenneco has announced that Tony Higgins, an outside salesperson with Parts Authority in San Bernardino, California, is the grand-prize winner of the Monroe 100 Year Sweepstakes social media contest.
Michael Jacabacci Retires After Distinguished 50-Year Aftermarket Career
Jacabacci joined Woodbury Automotive Warehouse in 1973, advancing through a variety of positions including delivery driver, machine shop operator, counterman, warehouse manager, operations manager, sales manager and vice president before assuming the role of president and CEO. For the past three years, Jacabacci has served in a sales management position for Parts Authority after selling Woodbury Automotive Warehouse in 2013.
MEMA Technology Council Fall Conference to Feature Customer Presentations
Confirmed speakers include Randy Buller, president, Parts Authority; Dale Hopkins, vice president of Information Technology, Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance; and Chris Kersting, president, Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA).
Jason Pugh Appointed to CAWA’s Manufacturer Council
Pugh, president of Pugh Aftermarket Solutions, has 30-plus years of industry experience.
AWDA Announces New Governors
The new governors were elected by unanimous vote and will begin their three-year terms effective immediately.
UAF Elects new Chairman, Officers, Trustees for 2024
Roger McCollum will serve as UAF chairman for 2024, replacing Bob Egan.
