Alan Bostwick
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Jon Owens, MAAP
Alan is an industry professional that I've had the pleasure of working with during his time at Parts Depot, Parts Plus Headquarters and most recently at Automotive Supply Company. I have a high regard for Alan's experience and industry knowledge. He's been on the leading edge of technology implementations in our industry and has helped companies understand the vision and value of prudent technology investments. Alan minds the details, is thorough, courteous and always a true professional. It is an honor to endorse/recommend him. Jon Owens Vice President - Sales & Market Development Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc.
Jeff Hansen
I had the opportunity to work for Alan during my tenure at The Automotive Distribution Network. As Executive Vice-President Alan provided exceptional leadership and guidance to our department while as well not hesitating to become engaged with national customers where his input was could be instrumental to our success. Alan’s aptitude and understanding of the automotive aftermarket is unsurpassed, any organization looking to develop a robust and comprehensive aftermarket strategy would derive considerable benefit from his involvement.
Jon Owens, MAAP
Alan is an industry professional that I've had the pleasure of working with during his time at Parts Depot, Parts Plus Headquarters and most recently at Automotive Supply Company. I have a high regard for Alan's experience and industry knowledge. He's been on the leading edge of technology implementations in our industry and has helped companies understand the vision and value of prudent technology investments. Alan minds the details, is thorough, courteous and always a true professional. It is an honor to endorse/recommend him. Jon Owens Vice President - Sales & Market Development Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc.
Jeff Hansen
I had the opportunity to work for Alan during my tenure at The Automotive Distribution Network. As Executive Vice-President Alan provided exceptional leadership and guidance to our department while as well not hesitating to become engaged with national customers where his input was could be instrumental to our success. Alan’s aptitude and understanding of the automotive aftermarket is unsurpassed, any organization looking to develop a robust and comprehensive aftermarket strategy would derive considerable benefit from his involvement.
Jon Owens, MAAP
Alan is an industry professional that I've had the pleasure of working with during his time at Parts Depot, Parts Plus Headquarters and most recently at Automotive Supply Company. I have a high regard for Alan's experience and industry knowledge. He's been on the leading edge of technology implementations in our industry and has helped companies understand the vision and value of prudent technology investments. Alan minds the details, is thorough, courteous and always a true professional. It is an honor to endorse/recommend him. Jon Owens Vice President - Sales & Market Development Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc.
Jeff Hansen
I had the opportunity to work for Alan during my tenure at The Automotive Distribution Network. As Executive Vice-President Alan provided exceptional leadership and guidance to our department while as well not hesitating to become engaged with national customers where his input was could be instrumental to our success. Alan’s aptitude and understanding of the automotive aftermarket is unsurpassed, any organization looking to develop a robust and comprehensive aftermarket strategy would derive considerable benefit from his involvement.
Jon Owens, MAAP
Alan is an industry professional that I've had the pleasure of working with during his time at Parts Depot, Parts Plus Headquarters and most recently at Automotive Supply Company. I have a high regard for Alan's experience and industry knowledge. He's been on the leading edge of technology implementations in our industry and has helped companies understand the vision and value of prudent technology investments. Alan minds the details, is thorough, courteous and always a true professional. It is an honor to endorse/recommend him. Jon Owens Vice President - Sales & Market Development Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc.
Jeff Hansen
I had the opportunity to work for Alan during my tenure at The Automotive Distribution Network. As Executive Vice-President Alan provided exceptional leadership and guidance to our department while as well not hesitating to become engaged with national customers where his input was could be instrumental to our success. Alan’s aptitude and understanding of the automotive aftermarket is unsurpassed, any organization looking to develop a robust and comprehensive aftermarket strategy would derive considerable benefit from his involvement.
Experience
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The HD Group LLC.
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United States
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Advertising Services
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Marketing and Sales Agent
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Jan 2020 - Present
Sales representation and marketing support for the Heavy Duty Aftermarket Industry. Sales representation and marketing support for the Heavy Duty Aftermarket Industry.
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WAI Global
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United States
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Vice President of Global Marketing
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Jun 2018 - Dec 2019
Managing corporate marketing in all global industries and locations.
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Vice President of Aftermarket Sales North America
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Jan 2014 - Jun 2018
Responsibilities include management of the sales team and agencies to maintain and grow the company's light and heavy duty market share. In addition I develop the marketing programs and strategies for the company's global aftermarket efforts.
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Director of North American Aftermarket Sales
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Jan 2012 - Jan 2014
My role is to conduct sales management for the company in the North American market. This includes aftermarket customers in the traditional distribution sector, group headquarters and other business markets.
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DMS Systems Corp.
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United States
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Software Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business Development Manager
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Jan 2011 - Dec 2011
Directed the company's efforts in solicitation of new customers requiring enterprise level management software and hardware. Reporting to the President, Grady Davis Directed the company's efforts in solicitation of new customers requiring enterprise level management software and hardware. Reporting to the President, Grady Davis
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Auto Supply Company, Inc.
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Automotive
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President Sales & IT
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Jan 2008 - Dec 2010
I managed the company's sales efforts throughout North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. I also managed the information technology capabilities for the company. Responsibilities included management of a sales team of 12 and customer base of over 2,000 OE dealer and independent installation shops. Researched, negotiated and implemented the installation of a new enterprise system for the company from Epicor. Reporting to the President, Charlie Key, Jr. I managed the company's sales efforts throughout North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. I also managed the information technology capabilities for the company. Responsibilities included management of a sales team of 12 and customer base of over 2,000 OE dealer and independent installation shops. Researched, negotiated and implemented the installation of a new enterprise system for the company from Epicor. Reporting to the President, Charlie Key, Jr.
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Parts Depot, Inc.
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President Marketing & Merchandising
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Oct 2004 - Nov 2007
Managed the marketing and merchandising functions for this $400MM company. This included marketing to customers at the jobber and installer level. Additional responsibilities included category management, supply chain, inventory investment, working capital balance, vendor negotiations, purchasing, pricing, data systems, acquisitions and strategic planning at the executive level. Reporting to the CEO, Willie Alexander. Managed the marketing and merchandising functions for this $400MM company. This included marketing to customers at the jobber and installer level. Additional responsibilities included category management, supply chain, inventory investment, working capital balance, vendor negotiations, purchasing, pricing, data systems, acquisitions and strategic planning at the executive level. Reporting to the CEO, Willie Alexander.
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Parts Plus Headquarters
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United States
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Retail
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Executive Vice President
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Jan 2000 - Oct 2004
As EVP I oversaw the sales, marketing and information technology and administration for the group headquarters. Also conducted business reviews for the individual members and facilitated their strategic planning efforts. Marketing included jobber and installer marketing efforts for the membership. Sales included national account negotiations, prospecting and ongoing support. IT responsibilities included research for members systems at the warehouse, jobber and installer shop management and eCommerce levels.
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Strategic Planning Consultant, Director of Sales and Marketing
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Jan 1998 - Dec 1999
Direct responsibility for sales management, marketing, catalog, product management, strategic planning Direct responsibility for sales management, marketing, catalog, product management, strategic planning
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Vice President of Sales
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Jan 1975 - Oct 1998
Direct responsibility for $2.5BB in traditional, fleet, HD, co-man, retail sales management, marketing, product management, catalog, purchasing, budgeting, SAP implementation. Managed over 250 sales professionals and national agencies. Advanced through sale management at field level to executive offices in St. Louis. Reported to President, John Collins. Direct responsibility for $2.5BB in traditional, fleet, HD, co-man, retail sales management, marketing, product management, catalog, purchasing, budgeting, SAP implementation. Managed over 250 sales professionals and national agencies. Advanced through sale management at field level to executive offices in St. Louis. Reported to President, John Collins.
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