John Grote

John Grote has worked for Grote Industries for 24 years in various leadership roles in Sales, Marketing, and Corporate Management – from Marketing Manager, General Manager, and the first Managing Director of Grote Europe, to Global Vice President of Sales and Marketing, and most recently, Chief Operating Officer.

Prior to 1999, John spent several years in the consumer products market as a Brand Manager for L’Oréal and Product Manager for Philips Electronics in the Healthcare segment. He earned his MBA from Indiana University and a BS in Finance from Clemson University. He has been active in many industry associations over the years and currently serves on boards within the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, the Automotive Sales Council, and the Auto Care Association.