Family-operated automotive aftermarket distributor Tri-State Enterprises announced the appointment of Steve Spritzer as executive vice president of IT. Spritzer brings 20 years of technology experience in the automotive aftermarket and consulting industries.

Prior to joining Tri-State, Spritzer was an architect in the technology practice at West Monroe Partners, where he specialized in transaction services, according to Tri-State. Spritzer advised private equity clients on M&A transactions, performing buy-side and sell-side due diligence and executing carve-outs, integrations and other post-close activities.

“On behalf of the entire Tri-State family, it is with great pleasure that we announce the appointment of our new Executive Vice President of Information Technology, Steve Spritzer, who brings a wealth of technology experience in the aftermarket industry,” said Robert Pesiri, COO of Tri-State Enterprises. “Drawing on Steve’s extensive experience in executing integrations and technology transformations, Tri-State is uniquely positioned for success as it expands its national footprint.”