Automotive Distribution Network names new product, marketing directors

Nov. 14, 2017
The Automotive Distribution Network announced the appointments of both Jake Vance, director of product; and Mark Lowry, director of commercial sales/marketing.

The Automotive Distribution Network announced the appointments of both Jake Vance, director of product; and Mark Lowry, director of commercial sales/marketing.

“We are pleased to announce the expansion of both our product and marketing departments with the addition of Jake and Mark,” said David Prater, president of The Network. “Our group continues to grow, and with the addition of these gentlemen, we look forward to continuing our success and expanding our program offerings as we head into 2018.”

Vance, director of product, will be heading up the brake and undercar categories, and will also manage the PB&E, A/C and chemical product lines. In the industry for more than 18 years, Vance was formerly senior category manager at Advance Auto Parts in Roanoke, Va. 

Lowry will be in charge of the Parts Plus Care Care Center and Auto Service Experts programs, as well as, national account sales initiatives. Lowry was formerly Assistant Category Manager at AutoZone Inc. in Memphis, Tenn.

Operating under the brands of Parts Plus, Parts Plus Mexico, IAPA and Auto Pride, the Automotive Distribution Network is one of the largest, most diverse program groups in the industry.

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