Juan Bernal Appointed as Director of Global Aftermarket Sales at Elgin Industries

With a background in international sales and customer service, Juan Bernal will oversee all sales and customer development activities for Elgin's aftermarket division, supporting the company's legacy of quality engine and chassis parts since 1919.
Oct. 27, 2025
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Key Highlights

  • Juan Bernal has a strong background in international sales, having held key roles at Old World Industries, Ecco Safety Group, and ATP Automotive.
  • He will oversee all sales and customer development activities for Elgin's aftermarket business, including brands like Elgin PRO-STOCK and Elgin RXEmedy.
  • Elgin Industries, established in 1919, is a leading supplier of engine and chassis parts for OEMs, aftermarket, and high-performance vehicles.
  • Bernal’s appointment aims to strengthen Elgin’s global customer relationships and support the company's growth in the aftermarket sector.
  • Bill Skok, President and CEO of Elgin Industries, emphasizes Bernal’s ability to build trust and accountability to further the company's long-standing legacy.

Juan Bernal has been appointed Director of Global Aftermarket Sales for Elgin Industries.

Bernal was previously Director of Business Development, Mexico, and Central America, for Old World Industries, based in Northbrook, Illinois. He joined that company in 2019 as Latin America Sales Manager after having held a similar position with Ecco Safety Group, Boise, Idaho. Before then he was Export Sales Director for ATP Automotive, Elk Grove Village, Illinois, and held international customer service and sales responsibilities for Old World Industries, respectively.

Elgin - established in 1919 - is a leading supplier of engine and chassis parts for original equipment, aftermarket replacement and high-performance vehicles and equipment. Elgin's headquarters and distribution complex is based in Elgin, Illinois.

As the new Director of Global Aftermarket Sales, Bernal will oversee all sales and customer development activities for Elgin's aftermarket business.

 The company’s aftermarket product and brand portfolio includes Elgin® and Elgin PRO-STOCK® engine and chassis components and kits; Elgin PRO-STOCK Black Ice™ cryogenically treated performance parts, and Elgin RXEmedy™ engine chemicals.

“Throughout Juan’s career, he has established exceptionally strong customer relationships based on accountability, trust and results,” said Bill Skok, President and CEO of Elgin Industries. “These are the same values that have enabled our company to thrive for more than 106 years as a partner to global vehicle and equipment OEMs, parts distributors, and engine builders. Juan will leverage his considerable talent to further support the growth of our customers’ businesses worldwide.”

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