Cohn Named Chairman of SAE-Cleveland Chapter
Al Cohn, director of new market development and engineering support for Pressure Systems International, was named chairman of the Cleveland Chapter of SAE International. The Cleveland Chapter, covering all of Northeastern Ohio, is one of the organization’s largest with more than 750 members. Cohn, a Tire Review columnist and an SAE member for 22 years,
Karashima Returns to YTC as Chairman, Executive Advisor
Norio Karashima, former president and CEO of Yokohama Tire Corp., is returning to the U.S. unit to serve as chairman and executive advisor, effective April 1. "Mr. Karashima has a deep understanding of YRC’s long-term plans, goals and capabilities at the highest level," said Yasushi Tanaka, YTC’s president and CEO. "Coupled with his extensive knowledge
A Conversation With Paolo Ferrari, Pirelli Tire North America Chairman & CEO
Nearly one year ago, when Paolo Ferrari left Telecom Italia to join Pirelli Tyre SpA as chairman and CEO of its NAFTA region operations, he wasted little time making a major impression on the tiremaker and its customers. Days, weeks, months were spent addressing everything the unit was doing, and what it needed to succeed.
ALI Elects Officers, Honors Outgoing Chairman
Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) elected Jerome Lentz of Challenger Lifts, in Louisville, Ky., as chairman of the board of directors at its annual membership meeting on Oct. 28. Lentz takes over for Douglas Grunnet of Stertil-Koni USA, in Streator, IIl., who was recognized at the meeting for his extensive contributions to the organization over his
Aeolus Names Wang Feng as Chairman
China’s Aeolus Tyre has confirmed the appointment of Wang Feng as chairman of the company’s board, effective Aug. 30. Wang, who is also general manager of Aeolus Tyre, was previously named acting chairman following the resignation of incumbent chairman Cao Zhao Yang on Aug. 21. (Tyres & Accessories)
Former Tire Brands Chairman Midler Dies
Sanford Midler, former chairman of Tire Brands Inc., died June 6 at age 91. Midler was a founding member of Tire Brands, a national private label tire manufacturer and distributor based in Southfield, Mich., and later in Clearwater, Fla. He was instrumental in developing the company’s leading tire brands, including Sonic and Saxon Tires, and
Lee Elected AAIA Chairman, New Board in Place
The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association elected Tim Lee of Lang Distributing, as chairman of its 2012-13 board of directors. In addition, AAIA members also elected a new board during its Leadership Days event, held May 4 in Scottsdale, Ariz. Lee will replace current chairman Bob Egan of Federal-Mogul on July 1. Lee joined Lang Distributing
TBC Named Wolford as Vice Chairman
Continuing its top-level reorganization, TBC Corp. has promoted Orland Wolford to vice chairman, effective April 1. In addition to this new assignment, Wolford will retain his positions as executive vice president of TBC and president and CEO of the TBC Retail Group. “Orland has played a critical role in the strategic development of TBC Retail
Accuride Chairman Decides to Step Down
Truck component-maker Accuride Corp. is looking for a new leader as current chairman William Lasky has decided not to stand for re-election. Lasky will continue to serve as chairman until his current term expires on April 24, on the day of the company’s annual shareholder meeting. Lasky was appointed chairman in January 2009 and continued
N.Y. Dealer Elected Chairman of Del-Nat Tire
Tony Sagona, president and CEO of New York-based Midtown Tire, has been elected chairman of the board of Del-Nat Tire Corp.