Aftermarket All-Access

The Ins and Outs of Category Management

In this episode, Dave Bohr, director of category management at Bill Murray & Associates, discusses the ins and outs of category management. He starts by explaining what category management is and progresses to the role a category manager plays in helping auto parts suppliers and manufacturers position their products competitively in the automotive aftermarket.

Building a Better, Smarter Parts Catalog

In this episode, Scott Tompkins, senior manager of product management at Epicor talks about how the company created its parts catalog. He also discusses how it was developed, some of the triumphs and challenges in integrating it with the Mexican aftermarket, and how they manage all of the parts they classify.

MEMA's Ben Brucato on Service, Sustainability, and Trump Administration Tariffs

In this episode, Ben Brucato, vice president, membership & engagement, MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers about the role of MEMA in the aftermarket, its new sustainability initiatives, and the organization’s thoughts on pending tariffs and how it's keeping its members and the industry informed.
 

Federated Auto Parts CEO Sue Godschalk Reflects on 50+ Years in Automotive

Imagine being employee number three at one of the automotive aftermarket premier auto parts distributors. My guest today was just that. I’m talking to Sue Godschalk of Federated Auto Parts. Sue’s 39-year career at Federated and 52 years total in the aftermarket has made her one of the most respected people in the industry. Today, Sue talks about her time in the industry and winning the 2024 AWDA Lifetime Achievement Award. 

How Leaders Lead

In this episode, Mike Jones of Discover Leadership Training discusses how to level up your leadership. Mike also covers leadership versus management, the relationship between discipline and growth, why motivation doesn't work and what does, and communication mistakes leaders make and how to correct them.

Understanding Inclusive Leadership

In this episode of Aftermarket All-Access, Tammy Tecklenburg, founder of dott, jons the show to talk about her 30 year career in the automotive aftermarket, women's influence in the industry, and the founding of dott and why inclusive workplaces with strong cultures lead to lasting change and upward mobility.
 

Driven to Do Good: The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation

What happens when an entire industry comes together to support those in need? Join host Chris Jones as he sits down with John Kairys, executive director of the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation to explore the foundation’s incredible work.
From offering financial relief to providing essential resources, the foundation has become a lifeline for individuals and families within the automotive aftermarket industry.
Hear inspiring stories of resilience, generosity, and the transformative power of this charitable organization. Discover how the foundation is making a real difference and learn how you can help drive its mission forward. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Introducing Aftermarket All-Access

Aftermarket All-Access is a twice-monthly podcast covering the news, insight, trends, challenges, and innovations you need to know about the automotive aftermarket. Each episode features expert interviews, real-world case studies, and actionable strategies to inform you about the ever-evolving automotive aftermarket landscape. Catch us here every other Thursday morning to kick off your day and be sure to subscribe to our newsletter.