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Outgoing ASE President/CEO Tom Zilke Thanks Industry for Support

Zilke and Dave Johnson, his successor, penned open letters to the industry.

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Junior Word Promoted to Advance EVP

Word succeeds Michael C. Creedon, Jr., who is stepping down effective Sept. 30.

MAHLE CEO Matthias Arleth Announces April Departure

Until a successor is named, Michael Frick, deputy chairman of the board and CFO, will serve as chairman of the board.

Yokohama Names Sr. Director of Supply Chain, Logistics

Ray Polentz was promoted to senior director of supply chain and logistics, reporting to YTC president and CEO Jeff Barna.

Michael Blawas Named Next CFO of MEMA

Wendy Earp to retire after serving MEMA members for more than 20 years.

Hamaton Announces Vice President of North American Subsidiary

Enri Osmani previously held the role of general manager of Hamaton.

TUGA Innovations Appoints New Chief Marketing Officer

Ross Plummer joins TUGA’s growing team as Chief Marketing Officer and member of the executive management team.

Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation Announces New CEO

Donnie Carr named successor to founder Mark Carr as longtime leader retires.

Continental Names New CEO Of Automotive Technologies NA

Effective Jan. 1, 2022 Robert (Bob) Lee will succeed Samir Salman, CEO of Continental North America.

FinishMaster Reorganizes Sales Force, Appoints New Leaders

Three industry veterans to lead
traditional, strategic and industrial and national accounts.

New Leadership For Dana’s Light Vehicle Drive Systems Business

Bryon Foster previously served in senior executive roles at Johnson Controls and Adient.

East Penn Promotes New Assistant VP

Pharon Metzger will oversee the wire and cable sales team with a focus on the strategic growth of the division.