Longtime Marangoni CEO Passes Away
Massimo De Alessandri, the long-time CEO of Marangoni who ended his 30-year career in 2017, has passed away. He was 58. During this time, he was also chairman of Marangoni Group subsidiaries such as Eurorubber (2011-2016), Pneusmarket (2001-2016) and Marangoni Tread (2003-2009), managing director of Marangoni Tyre (2004-2017) and director of Marangoni Meccanica (2008-2017). n
Sullivan Tire CEO Eyes ‘Controlled Growth’ in New England States [VIDEO]
With 77 locations across the New England states, Sullivan Tire & Auto Centers is definitely “one of the big guys” in the northeast. Like its competitors, it is eyeing growth and looking at where the business can expand its footprint. However, as it expands, it knows the business can get more corporate, so how do
Sullivan Tire CEO Eyes ‘Controlled Growth’ in New England [Audio]
With 77 locations across the New England states, Sullivan Tire & Auto Centers is definitely “one of the big guys” in the northeast. Like its competitors, it is eyeing growth and looking at where the business can expand its footprint. However, as it expands, it knows the business can get more corporate, so how do
Michael Graber Appointed President & CEO of Toyo Tire USA
Toyo Tire announced that Michael Graber has been appointed president and chief executive officer of Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp., the aftermarket sales unit for Toyo-branded passenger, light truck and commercial truck tires in the United States. Toyo says Graber has been vice president of sales for Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp., and brings nearly 30 years
Sullivan Tire Company Names New President, CEO
Sullivan Tire says it has promoted Joseph M. Zaccheo to president and CEO of Sullivan Tire Company. Sullivan Tire says Zaccheo has been a part of the Sullivan Tire team for 26 years. A licensed CPA, he started out in the finance department, and he was promoted to chief financial officer and then chief operating
Chalofsky Leaves Simple Tire, Karthik Iyer Adds CEO Duties
Simple Tire, a Philadelphia-based online tire retailer that is part of the Dealer Tire family, announced that CEO Andy Chalofsky will depart Simple Tire as part of a planned succession, promoting President Karthik Iyer to the expanded role of president and CEO. Chalofsky will remain at Simple Tire through the end of June 2022 to
MaddenCo Names New CEO
MaddenCo introduced Mike Marsh as its new chief executive officer (CEO). Marsh had been MaddenCo’s CEO since January 2021. MaddenCo says Mike has many years of experience and knowledge within the software space and has been learning about the tire industry since his time started at MaddenCo. According to MaddenCo, Marsh replaces Kim Poynter as
Pirelli CEO Talks Future Mobility, Industry Challenges
As Pirelli rings in its 150th anniversary this year, international celebrations have honored the brand’s mark on the tire industry, art and society. Yet, with a storied past, it’s also a time to think back on the company’s history and what’s to come as the automotive industry continues to evolve. Reflecting on the company’s history
Second-Gen CEOs Take the Business to New Heights [Podcast]
Julie and Mike Holmes didn’t set out with dreams of working in the tire business. Julie was a successful attorney. Mike was an accountant and financial analyst working in the greater DC area. However, their passion for business and continuing on the legacy that Julie’s parents started with Virginia Tire & Auto drew them both
Second-Gen CEOs Take Their Business to New Heights
For years, Virginia Tire & Auto has been among the best tire dealers in North America. The dealership, now spanning 18 stores, was named Tire Review’s Top Shop Winner in 2011, and since then, has garnered local and national accolades. Today, in its second generation of ownership, Virginia Tire is redefining what it means to