NGK Spark Plugs names new VP of Aftermarket

June 12, 2018
NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A), Inc. has named Brian Norko as the new Vice President of Aftermarket.

NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A), Inc. is proud to announce changes in its executive management team.

Senior Vice President of Aftermarket, Mike Schwab will assume a more global leadership role in developing targeted initiatives for the Pan-American or “PAMA” Aftermarket regional headquarters. As Vice President of Aftermarket Sales and Marketing, Brian Norko will expand his responsibilities leading all growth initiatives within the brand marketing, product management and category management functions in addition to his current sales leadership role. Since joining NGK Spark Plugs in 2016 as the vice president of sales, Norko has implemented a more streamlined sales structure, re- aligning sales territories to allow for improved customer service and engagement. This includes added marketing and technical training support. “2018 is a big year for NGK as we continue to expand our brand and product portfolios,” said Mike Schwab, senior vice president of aftermarket. “Under Brian’s strategic leadership, NGK is poised for growth and success.” Before NGK Spark Plugs, Brian Norko was the global director of business and product Vice President of Aftermarket Brian Norkodevelopment at Federal-Mogul Corp. Norko has over 29 years of experience in the aftermarket industry and is a member of the Automotive Sales Council. Norko has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Aquinas College. He will continue to report to Senior Vice President of Aftermarket Mike Schwab.
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