163 Genuine Parts Company, a global leader in distributing automotive and industrial replacement parts, has announced the appointment of James F. Howe as President of Motion, the company’s industrial business. With nearly thirty years of dedicated service to the company, Howe brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role. Previously serving as the Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial and Technology Officer, Howe played a pivotal role in shaping Motion’s corporate trajectory. His leadership in overseeing eCommerce, strategic pricing, sales excellence, corporate accounts, and human resources has been instrumental in driving the company’s success. In his new position, Howe will continue reporting to Randy Breaux, Group President, GPC North America. Chairman and CEO Paul Donahue commented, “James has an impressive history, having served in numerous executive roles during his long career at Motion. His extensive experience makes him an excellent choice to lead Motion. We feel confident that under James’s leadership, our talented and experienced Motion team will continue to achieve great results.” You Might Be Interested In BlackRock Successfully Prices $3 Billion Debt Offering for GIP Transaction Nigeria Directs Cryptocurrency Firm Binance to Settle $10 Billion Australia to ban TikTok on government devices Artificial Intelligence Boosts Productivity in Key Sectors, Paving the Way for Economic Growth Commercial Real Estate Lending Slows in Q1 2024, but Shows Signs of Stability Soros Fund Management Dissolves NYCB Stake, Adds Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan in First Quarter