CARQUEST Independent Stores Being Spun Off?
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link hidden, please login to viewannounced it acquired Carquest of Decorah from Randy and Annita Flatland, who have served the Decorah community for decades. Randy Flatland began his automotive career at the store in 1988 when it was known as Decorah Auto Supply. In 2008, he and his wife Annita purchased the independent Carquest location, building the business around strong relationships with employees and customers.
“Annita and I have always believed that taking care of our people and treating customers with honesty and respect is what made our business successful,” said Randy. “As we started thinking about the future, we wanted a partner who shared those same values. Arnold Motor Supply stood out to us because of its focus on people and long-term relationships. We’re excited to begin this next chapter and appreciate the warm welcome.”
“We’re proud to welcome Randy, Annita, and the entire Decorah team to
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Pictured (from left): Annita Flatland, Randy Flatland and Mike Molle, vice president of store operations.
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Arnold Motor Supply has purchased the Carquest store in McCook, Nebraska, continuing its growth in the southwest Nebraska market. The company entered McCook last year with the acquisition of
link hidden, please login to view. Adding the Carquest location allows Arnold Motor Supply to bring the two operations together. That will expand inventory, increase delivery coverage and strengthen support for local repair shops, agricultural customers, fleets and DIY customers throughout the region. Jay Alberts prepares for retirement
Jay Alberts, who purchased the Carquest store in 2007, has operated the business for nearly 20 years. As he prepares for retirement,
link hidden, please login to view extended its appreciation for the relationships he has built and his longstanding commitment to the McCook community and the automotive industry. Carquest team to join Arnold Motor Supply
Customers will still see the same familiar faces behind the counter. The Carquest team will join the Arnold Motor Supply team and continue helping customers just as they always have.
“We have gotten to know Jay and his team over the past several months, and they have built something strong here,” said Eric Johnson, president and managing partner of Arnold Motor Supply. “This is about building on that foundation. By combining our operations, we can put more parts on the shelf, improve availability, and respond even faster to our customers’ needs. McCook is an important market for us, and we are committed to it.”
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link hidden, please login to view appointed Richard “Dick” A. Johnson as an independent director to its board of directors. “Dick’s nearly 30 years of expertise in retail and decades of proven leadership make him an exceptional addition to the Advance board,” said Gene Lee, chair of the board. “On behalf of the entire board of directors, I am pleased to welcome him, and we look forward to his contributions as we continue driving Advance toward greater success.”
“Our strategic plan is built on initiatives designed to strengthen our position in the market as a consistent and reliable provider of auto parts for our customers,” said Shane O’Kelly, president and chief executive officer. “As we move forward on executing our strategic initiatives, the
link hidden, please login to view will greatly benefit from Dick’s knowledge of retail operations and customer service.” “Advance has a distinguished 94-year legacy, with strong brand recognition and it operates in a thriving industry supported by solid fundamental drivers,” said Dick Johnson, independent director. “I look forward to working with the board to oversee the execution of Advance’s strategic plan.”
Executive Background
Johnson is the retired chief executive officer, president and chairman of the board of Foot Locker Inc. He was chief executive officer and president from 2014 until September 2022 and served on the board of directors from 2014 through January 2023, including chairman from 2016 through January 2023.
Before becoming chief executive officer and president, he held several senior roles at Foot Locker during a nearly 30-year tenure, including executive vice president and chief operating officer and executive vice president/group president – retail stores.
Governance and Current Board Service
Johnson is currently chairman of the board of directors of H&R Block Inc. He also serves on the boards of Build-A-Bear Workshop Inc. and Graebel Companies Inc., and on the National Leadership Council at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.
He previously served as a director of Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America, the Retail Industry Leaders Association and Maidenform Brands Inc.
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