The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) and TecAlliance announced that Charley Johnson, an automotive aftermarket leader, has been appointed as the new chief executive officer of OptiCat, the supplier-centric global data management company.
“Charley’s expertise in building and fostering relationships will be an invaluable tool in OptiCat’s future growth,” said David Winter, vice president, sales and marketing, of TecAlliance. “He will provide critical strategic direction and leadership to the OptiCat team.”
Johnson has extensive experience in the aftermarket and has led both private and public organizations as CEO and director. Currently the founding partner in BC Partners LLC, his prior experience includes serving as CEO, president and director of Proliance International Inc. and CEO, president and director, Canadian General Tower.
Johnson has served as a member of the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) Board of Directors since 2002, including a term as board chairman in 2008, and currently serves as a member of its Finance Committee. He was a driving force in the establishment of AASA and served two terms as the group’s first chairman from 2002 until 2004. Johnson also has served as chairman of the Automotive Industry Government Action Council’s environmental group.
OptiCat is owned by MEMA, TecAlliance and key supplier investors.
OptiCat (www.opticat.net) is a supplier-centric global data management company focused on the acquisition, consolidation and distribution of automotive parts product attribute, application information and digital assets. OptiCat serves the data needs of suppliers and receivers with a one-step process that increases data timeliness, accuracy and breadth.
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