Stant Participates in OESA Conference

Stant executives recently participated in the 2017 Original Equipment Suppliers Association (OESA) conference entitled, “The Industry’s New Landscape,” held in Novi, Mich.

“Stant is focused on developing the latest technologies that will be required as the vehicle landscape changes. The OESA conference is the ideal venue to interact with industry leaders, review future technologies and discuss Stant’s latest innovations, including thermal management solutions,” said Tim King, senior vice president of global sales for Stant Corporation. “We want to thank the organizers of OESA for inviting us to participate in this informative conference.”

Over 600 automotive industry executives attended the 2017 OESA conference. The focus of the conference was the new landscape of the automotive industry from a supplier perspective. Topics covered during the conference included connected vehicles, autonomous driving, shorter design cycles, vehicle innovation, the need for new talent, ride-sharing and ongoing government regulations.

“As an industry leader in engineering and manufacturing, Stant has been at the forefront of innovative technology since its inception 120 years ago,” King said. “Participation in events like the OESA conference provides us with a valuable opportunity to learn, share and connect as we continue to pursue new research and development advancements.”

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has named Ryan Waldron as president of the company's Americas business unit, reporting to Chief Executive Officer and President Mark Stewart. He succeeds Steven R. McClellan, who retired on April 1.

"At Goodyear, our customers are at the center of everything we do, and in Ryan Waldron, we have a customer-centric, execution-focused business leader with a deep understanding of both the marketplace and all aspects of our business, as well as a proven track record of delivering results," Stewart said. "I am thrilled to announce him as president of Goodyear's Americas business and have enormous confidence that under his leadership, both the company and our customers will reach even greater levels of success."