Nexen Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign in S. Korea

Nexen Tyre Corp. is supporting the "Pink Ribbon" international campaign against breast cancer in South Korea for the first time.

The tiremaker said it wants to increase awareness of the illness and highlight the importance of regular check-ups.

The first part of Nexen’s support saw the company distribute free tickets to a baseball game featuring the Nexen Heroes, which took place in Mokdong Stadium in Seoul. Nexen has been the main team sponsor since February 2011.

At the game, women could gather relevant literature at a stand and register to win a set of eco-friendly Nexen N’Blue Eco tires. In addition, throughout October there were numerous events dedicated to women as well as discount offers on purchasing tires, with free tire checks at the Tyre Tech sales branches – just for the ladies.

The “Pink Ribbon” initiative, which started in the early 1990s, has also played a part in South Korea since 2001. Nexen’s support of the campaign started this year as part of Nexen’s efforts toward social engagement with a wider public. Nexen’s involvement with various social activities will further highlight its contribution in the future. (Tyres & Accessories)

Ascot Supply Corporation, based in Newnan, Georgia, has selected Mark Paquette for the newly created position of vice president. In this position, Ascot Supply said Paquette will oversee the growth of the company's products, corporate profitability, manage marketing and advertising and assume many other responsibilities.

He will work under the direction of current President David Kessler and officially begin his new role on June 3. Paquette joined the tire and automotive industry in the early 1980s at his father's tire shop, and his contributions to Mohawk Rubber Sales were instrumental in the company's growth and eventual sale to Myers Tire Supply in 2021, according to Ascot Supply. Paquette eventually was given a promotion to the role of director of operations at Myers Tire Supply.