The University of the Aftermarket Foundation has announced its officers and board of trustees for fiscal year 2025 following a confirmation vote on Nov. 2 during the board meeting in Las Vegas.
2025 Officers
- Chairman: Roger McCollum, MAAP, The McCollum Family
- Senior Vice Chairman: John R. Washbish, MAAP, The Washbish Family
- Vice Chairman: Larry Pavey, MAAP, Automotive Parts Services Group
- Treasurer: William Maggs, MAAP, Parts Authority
- Secretary: Chris Pruitt, East Penn Manufacturing
- Chairmen Emeriti: Bob Egan, MAAP, Egan & Associates; Rusty Bishop, AAP, Federated Auto Parts
- Executive Director: Jennifer Tio, MAAP, Maximum Marketing Services, Inc.
Lifetime Trustees
Representatives from across the aftermarket industry include:
- Michelle Allen, Valvoline
- Corey Bartlett, MAAP, Automotive Parts Headquarters, Inc.
- Chris Gardner, GAAE, MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers
- Bill Hanvey, MAAP, Auto Care Association
- Elle Lawhead, Women in Auto Care
- Paul McCarthy, Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association
- JC Washbish, AAP, Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance
Additional trustees represent leading organizations such as Genuine Parts Company, Dorman Products, and Standard Motor Products, among others.
Support Roles
UAF professionals supporting the board include Mike Blawas (audit committee), Ted Hughes (AWDA liaison), George Keeley (legal counsel), and Casey Ventrillo (investment advisor).
The UAF board remains committed to advancing educational opportunities and support within the automotive aftermarket industry.
