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By Counterman
NTN Bearing Corp., the parent company of BCA Bearings and Bower Bearings, announced the addition of Kevin Huckins to the company’s automotive aftermarket sales team.
Huckins is joining NTN’s automotive aftermarket business unit as regional sales manager, Western region.
“We are thrilled to add Kevin to our sales management team,” said Charles Harris, vice president of sales & marketing – automotive aftermarket for NTN. “His in-depth knowledge of the automotive and heavy-duty aftermarkets are an important asset to our organization, and his experience in sales management and ability to navigate our multifaceted distribution channels make him the ideal candidate to take our western region to the next level. I welcome his energetic, get it done attitude, and look forward to empowering his success in this role.”
Huckins, who resides in the Seattle area, joins NTN with an extensive and successful background in sales management in the automotive and heavy-duty aftermarkets, NTN noted.
His experience includes 26 years as an area/regional sales manager for Tenneco on the automotive side, followed by six years as a regional manager for Industrial Parts Depot, where he focused on the heavy-duty aftermarket.
In his role as regional sales manager, Western region, Huckins will manage NTN’s multipronged sales efforts and sales-agency partners for the automotive aftermarket and heavy-duty aftermarket business segments.
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By Counterman
DMA announced the appointment of David Sapp as its new assistant product manager.
During his tenure as an account manager at Auto Plus Auto Parts, Sapp significantly increased local accounts in the Chattanooga area, achieving a notable 15% year-over-year sales growth, DMA said in a news release.
His role as a broker account manager at Capital Waste Services saw him successfully elevate national brokerage accounts by 26% year-over-year and increase local sales in the Chattanooga/North Georgia markets by 18% year-over-year.
Sapp’s leadership as sales and marketing director at Ken Smith Auto Parts Inc. resulted in the development of the online sales program, increasing annual revenue from $600,000 in 2012 to $2.8 million in 2018, DMA noted.
Sapp holds an A.S. in Automotive Technology Management Services from the College of Central Florida in Ocala, Florida, and a bachelor’s in theology from CIMN in Santa Rosa Beach.
“David’s proficiency in product analytics, coupled with his hands-on experience in the industry, positions him as a valuable asset to our product development team,” stated Trevor Potter, DMA chief product & marketing officer.
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By Counterman
NPW announced the addition of Automotive Installers Warehouse (AIW) to its network.
AIW, a customer of NPW since 2013, has joined forces with NPW as part of its ongoing growth efforts.
Under the leadership of owner Omar Mesa, “AIW has consistently delivered exceptional service and expertise to its customers,” NPW said in a news release.
Mesa has transitioned to NPW with the move, “bringing his wealth of experience and industry knowledge to the team.”
“NPW has been a great partner to AIW over the years, and I am excited to continue serving our customers as part of the NPW family,” Mesa said.
As part of the integration process, AIW’s location was consolidated into NPW’s Miami location, further optimizing operations and enhancing service efficiency, according to NPW.
“We are thrilled to welcome AIW to NPW and are confident that their expertise and customer-centric approach will enhance our capabilities in serving this market,” NPW CEO Chris Pacey said. “This expansion aligns with our strategic goal of strengthening our presence in South Florida, and we look forward to leveraging AIW’s resources to better serve our customers in this region.”
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By Counterman
Patrick Smith recently joined the KYB Aftermarket team in Greenwood, Indiana, as the business operations manager.
The Army veteran will oversee sales and distribution-center administrative functions, focusing on streamlining procedures and improving efficiencies.
Smith spent 10 years in the U.S. Army as an engineer officer, serving in construction and combat engineer positions. His military career culminated as a company commander at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. He is a graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and has a master of science in organizational leadership.
After his military career, Smith spent two years working in the technology industry with a focus on supply chain and logistics. Smith stated that “he was looking to join a team-oriented organization with a great culture.” His experience aligned with the role, and he knew that KYB was the right place for him after meeting the team, KYB noted.
“In his new role, Smith will help the KYB Aftermarket team improve operations by achieving new ways to more efficiently and effectively support our customers and teammates,” KYB said in a news release. “Our goal is to be our customers’ best supplier. Patrick main’s assignment is to help keep KYB focused on that objective.”
Originally from Seymour, Indiana, Smith will complete his MBA from the Indiana University Kelly School of Business this fall. He currently resides in Indianapolis with his wife and two sons.
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By Counterman
Fisher Auto Parts has acquired longtime Federated Auto Parts member Berrodin Parts Warehouse, the company announced.
“We are very excited that Berrodin Parts Warehouse has joined the Fisher family,” said Herb Godschalk, president of Fisher Auto Parts. “The Berrodin family has done an incredible job growing their business from one small store in the Philadelphia area to nine warehouses covering the mid-Atlantic states. We plan to build on their great success and continue the goodwill they have developed with their broad customer base.”
With headquarters in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania,
link hidden, please login to view employs more than 400 people and has nine warehouse locations throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania and Northern Delaware. The family-owned business was founded in 1905 during the infancy of the automotive aftermarket. Today, Berrodin Parts Warehouse is a full-line distributor of major, name-brand aftermarket auto parts, providing OEM-quality and express delivery as well as training, marketing and signage programs for its independent installer customers.
As part of the transition, John Berrodin will stay on and lead as regional manager for Fisher Auto Parts, while Jim Berrodin will serve as a store support manager and Lou Berrodin as operations manager. Frank Berrodin Jr. will return to retirement at the conclusion of the acquisition.
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