Kevin Pentecost of Standard Motor Products Joins the AASA Technology Council Board

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – Kevin Pentecost, information security manager for Standard Motor Products, is the newest member of the Board of Governors for the Technology Council (ATC) of the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA).

“Kevin has been an active ATC supporter for several years. With his addition to the ATC Board, we are well positioned to enhance member value and advance members’ business interests,” said Chris Gardner, AASA vice president. “Kevin’s experience and expertise in the areas of IT, network security and cybersecurity will help members in understanding how to prepare for challenging technology environments going forward.”

Also serving on the ATC Board are:

• Brent Berman, director of training and consumer experience, Federal-Mogul Motorparts
• Patrick Enniss, product development manager, Mann+Hummel Filtration Technology
• Ron Haimbaugh, manager, product and catalog data, SKF
• Lisa Henkel, global sales effectiveness manager, Gates Corp.

MEDIA CONTACT: Margaret Beck, 919-406-8828 or media@mema.org

About ATC

The AASA Technology Council (ATC) is a forum for networking and exchange of best practices focusing on current and emerging technologies that support members’ efforts to reduce costs, improve efficiencies and pursue new business opportunities. More information is at www.aasatechnology.org

About AASA

AASA (www.aftermarketsuppliers.org) exclusively serves manufacturers of aftermarket components, tools and equipment, and related products, an important part of the automotive parts manufacturing industry which supports 871,000 American jobs. AASA is a recognized industry change agent – promoting a collaborative industry environment, providing a forum to address issues and serving as a valued resource for members. AASA is the light vehicle aftermarket division of the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA). “AASA, The Voice for the Automotive Aftermarket Supplier Industry”