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By Counterman
Automotive Parts Headquarters Inc. (APH) recently held its annual conference, convening 500 store owners, managers, sales representatives, suppliers and support staff under the theme “Say Yes.” The event featured an awards banquet that recognized outstanding achievements in supplier performance for 2024, among which was Gates Corporation being named Supplier of the Year.
APH said its annual conference reinforced the collaborative spirit that drives APH’s continued growth and success.
Corey Bartlett, CEO of
link hidden, please login to view, along with key leaders including Kevin Mack, vice president of merchandising; Jim Becker, merchandising manager; Jim Gruber, general manager of BENCO Equipment; Lonnie Kocmick, president of Refinish Supply Co.; and Jason Vogel, president of APH Stores, presented the awards based on evaluations from APH’s store teams and support center staff. “We are delighted to recognize our top suppliers who exemplify the spirit of ‘Say Yes’ through their exceptional support of
link hidden, please login to view,” Bartlett said. “Strong partnerships with companies such as Gates, BBB, PICO, East Penn, Bosch, the Alliance, Standard, Reelcraft, and SATA are essential to our continued growth.” Supplier Awards Presented:
Supplier of the Year: Gates Corporation Spirit of APH: BBB Industries Rising Star: PICO Outstanding Sales Support: East Penn Manufacturing Outstanding Marketing Support: Bosch Outstanding Technology Support: Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Outstanding Training Support: Standard Motor Products In addition, the BENCO Equipment Supplier of the Year award was presented to Reelcraft, and SATA was honored with the Refinish Supply Co. Supplier of the Year award, according to APH.
Photo (from left): John Bartlett, chairman emeritus of APH; Colby Florea, vice president of sales at Gates; Colin Foster, zone sales manager at Gates; Angela Raney, director of sales at Gates; Kevin Mack, vice president of merchandising at APH; Mike Brage, territory sales manager at Gates; and Corey Bartlett, CEO of APH.
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Advance Auto Parts announced that it has appointed Jeff Vining as executive vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary, effective March 2, 2025. In this role, the company said Vining will be responsible for all aspects of the Advance’s legal, corporate governance and compliance functions. Vining will report directly to Shane O’Kelly, president and chief executive officer.
The company added that Tammy Finley, who currently serves in this role, is retiring and will stay with Advance in an advisory capacity to support the transition. Finley spent 27 years at Advance in the legal, human resources and communications functions.
link hidden, please login to viewsaid she was vital in leading the company through almost three decades of growth and change management, and, most recently, the divestiture of the Worldpac business. “Jeff’s experience in supporting successful business transformations and driving efficiencies is critical for the success of our strategic action plan,” O’Kelly said. “We are thankful for Tammy’s many contributions over the years along with her passion for Advance and our team members. We wish her all the best as she retires.”
A news release from
link hidden, please login to view explained that Vining brings more than 20 years of deep legal expertise within publicly traded companies, including key areas such as corporate governance, M&A, risk management, labor and employment, and litigation. Most recently, he served as general counsel and secretary at Unifi, Inc., where he was responsible for the company’s global legal functions and ensuring compliance with corporate governance requirements. Vining received his Doctorate of Jurisprudence at the University of Richmond School of Law in Richmond, Virginia, and his Bachelor of Science from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia.
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By Counterman
Larry Pacey and the
link hidden, please login to view team created an evening to remember as hosts of their 12th Annual Million Dollar Vendor Award Reception and Dinner. It was a dazzling event as vendors from across the country gathered on the 40th floor of the EAST Hotel in Brickell, Miami, Florida, on Friday, Jan. 31, 2025. NPW is a member of both the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, as well as AAM Group. Chris Pacey, NPW CEO and President (in foreground), Larry Pacey, NPW Chairman. Arriving on buses with a police escort, vendors started the gala event with a fun cocktail hour. Then, guests enjoyed a fabulous filet and lobster tail dinner, followed up with bananas foster for dessert, as they listened to a musician on keyboard providing entertainment before the evening’s award presentations.
Founder Larry Pacey and his son, Chris Pacey, CEO and President of NPW, began the night’s presentation with a long and impressive list of accomplishments in 2024, while adding to buckle up for a spectacular 2025 as they continue their goal of growing their business.
(from left): Chris Pacey, Craig Kerins, Dorman VP Sales, Nico Dolciato, Dorman Regional Sales Manager, Larry Pacey, John Pacey, and Steve Berman, Dorman Chairman.
Chris underlined their commitment to invest in team member development and promotions this past year, in addition to continuing their aggressive stance that resulted in the introduction of 34,000 new, unique SKUs in 2024, plus the addition of 140 CSC members added to their network of repair shops.
On the docket for 2025 are programs to expand marketing initiatives, in addition to continuing their support of the nonprofit organization First Tee with their 35th annual golf tournament.
(from left): Chris Pacey, Gil Benjamin, US Motor Works CEO and President, Larry Pacey and John Pacey.
Chris also reminded the audience of Larry being awarded AWDA’s Pursuit of Excellence, and Danielle Rickerson being named a member of the AMN Women at the Wheel Class of 2024.
(from left): Chris Pacey, Mike Harvey, WIX VP Sales, Larry Pacey and John Pacey.
Following these remarks, Larry and Chris recognized and awarded 45 individual vendors, again an increase from 41 in 2023, at the $5 million, $15 million and $20 million levels, in addition to the $1 million club. NPW emphasized its goal to increase the number of participating members in 2025.
(from left): Chris Pacey, Matthew Kaufman, Anchor Industries Sales Manager, Larry Pacey, Doug Kaufman, Anchor Industries CEO, and John Pacey.
The companies in this year’s Million Dollar Vendor Club are below, followed by a photo gallery of the evening’s festivities:
Agility Auto Parts
Anchor Industries
APW
ARP
ATP/Pioneer
BBB/Remy
Bosch
Cific Heads
Cloyes
Davico
Deka
Dorman Products
DRiV
Dura-Go
Edelbrock Group
Energy Suspension
Engine-Pro
FCS
First Brands
Gates
Hastings Piston Rings
Highline Warren
Holley
Liland Global
MAHLE
Melling
Motive Gear
MPA
Niterra NA (NGK)
Plews & Edelmann
Race Winning Brands
Redhorse
SA Gear
SBI
SKF
Standard Motor Products (SMP)
Topline Products
Trakmotive
TYC
UEM Pistons
US Motorworks
Valvoline
WAI
Wilmar
WIX
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Parts Authority announced a leadership transition that will see its current CEO and co-founder, Randy Buller, moving into the role of Chairman of the Board, and the welcoming of Clark Hale as the company’s new CEO, effective March 3, 2025.
Buller, along with his co-founders, Yaron Rosenthal, David Wotman and Steve Yanofsky, helped transform a once New York-based family business with less than 10 locations into a leading nationally-recognized automotive warehouse distributor with nearly 300 locations in 23 states and Washington, D.C., the company said.
Using his financial background, entrepreneurial mindset and automotive industry expertise, Buller helped build the business by offering an unparalleled depth and breadth of brand name inventory to customers, focusing on customer service, investing heavily in technology, and valuing team member satisfaction and professional growth,
link hidden, please login to view explained. “Over the span of 40 years, Randy drafted and executed the Parts Authority roadmap for rapid growth through both organic growth and M&A. As he transitions to the role of Chairman, Randy will continue to be fully available in providing support to Parts Authority, just as he has since 1980,” the company added.
“I know this feels like a big change, but I am very positive and confident in the future of Parts Authority. I look forward to continuing to do what I love, with people I love, while taking a small step back in the day-to-day. I’m thrilled to be handing the reins to Clark and I am looking forward to working with him to drive Parts Authority’s future success,” said Buller. [A letter from Randy Buller is provided
link hidden, please login to view.] Parts Authority said Hale brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record to the company. He has been affiliated with Kohlberg & Company since 2019, and has also been serving as a member of the Parts Authority board of directors.
“I want to thank Randy and his co-founders for entrusting me with leading the future of Parts Authority. It is an honor to be following in their footsteps in continuing on the legacy and culture of such a great organization,” said Hale. “I am very excited to take on this important next step in Parts Authority’s growth and evolution. I am confident that with our team, we can continue to demonstrate and execute on our commitments to our customers and vendor partners as the leader in the industry.”
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