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By Counterman
The
link hidden, please login to view Board of Directors has promoted JC Washbish to Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2025. This appointment follows JC’s promotion to President in early 2024. JC will now serve in his capacity as both President and CEO. “We continue to be impressed with JC’s leadership, passion and drive, and we expect the same as President and CEO of the Alliance,” said Eli N. Futerman, Chairman of the Alliance Board of Directors and co-owner of Hahn Automotive Warehouse, Inc. “JC brings a strong vision and direction to our shareholder membership.”
Todd Leimenstoll, Alliance Board Director and Secretary, as well as President & CEO of the Auto-Wares Group of Companies, also expressed confidence in JC’s leadership: “As a group, we continue to look toward the future and strongly believe in our industry partnerships. JC has proven to be a strong leader, facilitating industry collaboration, and is a forward thinker on how we can all work together to support the entire distribution channel.”
In his new role as President & CEO, Washbish will continue to collaborate closely with all of the Alliance’s shareholders and channel partners to drive business development and strengthen industry relations. All Alliance executive leadership teams—including those in information technology, sales and marketing, category management, and finance—will continue to report to JC as he leads the Alliance toward achieving its strategic goals.
“The Alliance remains the premier independent distribution program group,” said
link hidden, please login to view. “We are committed to fostering growth and innovation, expanding our reach, and continuing to provide exceptional value to our shareholders, channel partners and customers. We have a talented, motivated team driven by our motto: ‘Service is the difference, we get it!’” JC Washbish joined the Alliance in 2016 as Sales, Marketing, and Brand Manager, with responsibilities that included advertising, promotions, and sales support. In 2017, he was promoted to Director of Marketing, and in 2019, to Vice President of Sales and Marketing. During this time, he played a key role in expanding the company’s marketing and sales initiatives. In 2024, JC was promoted to President, a role in which he helped shape the company’s strategic direction and growth. His leadership experience spans areas such as business development, strategic planning, and team coordination across sales, marketing, category management, and operations.
JC holds a Juris Doctor from Ave Maria School of Law in Naples, Florida, and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Franciscan University of Steubenville, Ohio. He has earned his AAP designation from the University of the Aftermarket and is a graduate of Leadership 2.0, reflecting his commitment to professional development and industry leadership. JC is also the 2024 recipient of the Northwood University Automotive Aftermarket Education Award.
“JC continues to provide strong leadership to the Alliance and its shareholders,” said Corey Bartlett, Treasurer of the Alliance Board of Directors and CEO of APH, Inc. “The Board is excited about the Alliance’s future, and we are in great hands with JC as President and CEO.”
JC becomes the third CEO in the history of the Alliance, following his father, John R. Washbish, who served from 2010 to 2024, and Richard “Dick” Morgan, who led the Alliance for over 14 years from 1994 to 2009. John R. Washbish will continue to serve the Alliance and its shareholders in an advisory capacity.
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The
link hidden, please login to view announced the promotion of Kris Goldman to the role of vice president & general manager of link hidden, please login to view, effective January 1, 2025. This promotion highlights Kris’s exceptional leadership, unwavering dedication and significant contributions to the company, as he continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of APW, according to the Alliance. Since joining APW in October, 2019 as controller, Goldman has consistently demonstrated remarkable leadership skills and a strong commitment to operational excellence. Prior to joining APW, Goldman served as executive vice president and CFO of Newmark Moses Truck Partners. His diverse experience and strategic vision were key in his promotion to general manager of APW in December, 2021, where he successfully oversaw the direction, logistics, operations, staff and channel partner relationships, navigating challenges such as COVID-19, supply chain disruptions and labor shortages.
JC Washbish, president and CEO of the
link hidden, please login to view, expressed confidence in Kris’s continued ability to drive APW’s success. “We are incredibly proud of Kris’s continued growth and leadership within APW,” said Washbish. “His commitment to our service is the difference value, and his strategic direction has been instrumental in APW’s success. We are confident that, as vice president & general manager, he will continue to lead APW into its next phase of growth with the same dedication and vision.” Goldman will shift from his previous role as general manager only, where he oversaw daily operations and team management, to a more strategic, executive leadership role, the company said. In this capacity, he will lead key strategic initiatives, drive company-wide growth and work closely with senior leadership to shape APW’s long-term vision. His new responsibilities will include overseeing operations, logistics and market expansion, as well as managing high-level shareholder relationships and collaborating with executive leadership on strategic decisions. Additionally, he will collaborate closely with shareholders and manufacturing channel partners to align on a shared vision for success, ensuring mutual growth and continued value creation.
“I am honored to step into this new role and continue working with such a talented and dedicated team,” said Goldman. “APW has seen tremendous success over the past few years, even amidst significant challenges. As we look to the future, I’m excited about the growth opportunities ahead and the potential to deepen our relationships with our channel partners to ensure that our shareholders continue to benefit from our commitment to excellence and service.”
APW said its continued success is a testament to the strategic vision and leadership of Goldman, and it looks forward to the positive impact he will have in his new role.
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By abiztime
Recently, Longkou Lihe Machinery Parts Co., Ltd. was honored with the "Supplier of the Year" award by its client, in recognition of its outstanding product quality, exceptional service standards, and deep collaboration with its partners. This marks the first time the client has ever presented this prestigious award to a supplier.
As a long-term strategic partner, Longkou Lihe Machinery Parts Co., Ltd. has consistently delivered high-quality brake discs and brake drums through efficient supply chain management, advanced manufacturing techniques, and a rapid response to customer needs. These efforts have fully supported the client’s business growth in global markets.
This achievement reflects the company’s relentless pursuit of lean production and continuous improvement. By strengthening its quality management systems, optimizing production processes, and embracing advanced manufacturing technologies, Lihe has provided increasingly competitive products to its customers. Additionally, the company remains steadfast in its customer-centric approach, addressing challenges promptly and meeting demands effectively, earning the client’s trust and recognition.
General Manager of Longkou Lihe Mechanical Parts Co., Ltd., expressed his gratitude: “We are deeply honored to receive the ‘Supplier of the Year’ award. This is not only a recognition of our past efforts but also a motivation for future development. We will continue to uphold our principles of quality first and service excellence, working hand in hand with our partners to create greater value for the global braking system industry.”
Introduction of LONGKOU Lihe Machinery Parts Co., Ltd. (website: rdbrake)
The factory is located in the Youth Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Park, Shandong Province, China. It is a high-tech enterprise integrating the design, producing and exporting of automobile brake discs and brake hubs. The annual output reaches 3.8 million, of which 70% of the products are exported, and 30% are matched with domestic automobile manufacturers.
The company covers an area of 60,000 square meters with 200 employees, including 69 employees with college degree or above, 43 professional and technical personnels (1 expert, 3 senior engineers, 8 engineers, and 18 technical staff). Strong technical strength has laid a solid foundation for product research, development and quality control.
The company consists of 8 functional departments and four workshops (casting, rough machining, fine machining, and packaging). have successively obtained ISO/9001, IATF16949:2016, ISO/14001, ISO/18001 and ECE-R90 quality system certification.
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By Counterman
The
link hidden, please login to view announced registration for 2025 Auto Care Connect is now open. The 2025 link hidden, please login to view conference will take place from May 12-15, 2025, at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown in Phoenix, Arizona, and will feature: Executive keynotes: Keynote speakers with perspectives on business and inspiring messages; Expanded learning: An expanded lineup of learning sessions programmed by Auto Care communities as well as broader industry topics; Cross-industry collaboration: Opportunities for attendees to collaborate across learning sessions and committee meetings; Business solutions: An engaging and solution-discovering trade show; and Exclusive networking: Opportunities to engage in select community-exclusive events and also full industry networking events. Auto Care Connect offers a chance for the industry to come together and engage in learning sessions developed by their peers, industry pioneers and professional specialists to spur creative and strategic thought.
All sessions at Connect are open to any attendee. Volunteer industry leaders from various Auto Care communities help craft the sessions to offer relevant and trending topics, the organization said. Attendees can customize their learning journeys by choosing from the different sessions occurring across the three and a half days and are invited to maximize their experience by discovering business solutions during the Tuesday, May 13 trade show.
Early-bird rate available now: Follow the developing conference details and take advantage of the early bird rate to save $150 at
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