Heavy Duty Manufacturers Representatives Council Welcomes New Chair and Members to Executive Committee

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – The Heavy Duty Manufacturers Representatives Council of MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers announced its new chair and welcomed two new members to its executive committee. Mike Mowchan, president of Sherman-Pearson Company, will serve as the 2025 council chair, and Ryan Eichhorn, principal at NorthPro Representatives, and Ryan Stronk, president of Western States Marketing, joined the executive committee.

The full HDMRC executive committee is comprised of:

• Chair: Mike Mowchan, President, Sherman-Pearson Company
• Past Chair: Stephen Joyce, President, Joyce Sales LLC
• Ex Officio: John Adami, Principal, Northwest Heavy Duty, Inc.
• Adam Crisp, Division President, Grant Brothers Sales
• Ryan Eichhorn, Principal, NorthPro Representatives
• Wayne McKitrick, Senior Vice President, NA Williams – Commercial Vehicle Division
• Will Nees, Sales Representative, Cree and Cree, Inc.
• Ryan Stronk, President, Western States Marketing

"We are thrilled to welcome Mike Mowchan as the new chair of the Heavy Duty Manufacturers Representatives Council and to have Ryan Eichhorn and Ryan Stronk join the executive committee," said Danielle Kaspar, HDMRC lead. "Mike's leadership and deep industry knowledge, combined with the fresh perspectives and expertise that Ryan and Ryan bring, will support the council's mission to be a forum for discussing issues and trends and sharing best practices among industry peers."

Every year before Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week, the HDMRC meet and host Chasing the Aftermarket, a networking event kicking off HDAW, offering industry professionals a chance to connect, gain valuable insights, and set the stage for the full HDAW experience. This year's free event will take place on Sunday, January 19 at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center. Learn more and register here.

To learn more about HDMRC and to join, visit mema.org/networking-groups/HDMRC or contact Danielle Kaspar.

About the Heavy Duty Manufacturers Representatives Council

The Heavy Duty Manufacturers Representatives Council is a part of the executive councils and forums offered by MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers. It serves as a forum to discuss shared issues in the heavy duty industry. Council members participate to remain up to date on key issues and trends, as well as to better themselves as manufacturers' representatives in the markets they serve. Learn more about the council and the role manufacturers representatives serve at mema.org/networking-groups/HDMRC.

About MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers

MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers exclusively serves manufacturers of aftermarket components, tools and equipment, and related products, an important part of the automotive parts manufacturing industry which supports over 900,000 American jobs in all 50 states. MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers is a recognized industry change agent— promoting a collaborative industry environment, providing a forum to address issues, and serving as a valued resource for member companies. Members represent all areas of the aftermarket including light vehicle, commercial vehicle, and remanufacturing. MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers is a membership group within MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association.

MEMA is the leading North American trade association for vehicle suppliers, parts manufacturers, and remanufacturers. Automotive and commercial vehicle suppliers are the largest manufacturing sector in the United States and lead the way in new vehicle innovations. MEMA has been the voice of the vehicle supplier industry since 1904. Its more than 1,000 members are Strong by Association.

Members supply the aftermarket with the parts that keep millions of vehicles on the road, fueling international commerce and meeting society's transportation needs. MEMA members are committed to safety and sustainability.

MEMA has offices in Southfield, Mich.; Research Triangle Park, N.C.; and Washington, D.C. Learn more at mema.org/aftermarket-suppliers.