Automotive Veteran Phil Nome Assumes Role of COO at MyRepairShop.Automotive Writers HOUSTON--(AutomotiveWire)--Aug. 13, 2001 MyRepairShop(TM) Inc., a leading aftermarket Aftermarket See: Secondary market. aftermarket See secondary market. service provider and advocate for independent automotive repair facilities, has named Phil Nome as its chief operating officer Chief Operating Officer (COO) The officer of a firm responsible for day-to-day management, usually the president or an executive vice-president. . In the newly created position, Nome oversees the company's business activities in support of its national network of independent repair shop owners. Chief Executive Officer Brad Hays commented, "Phil has a profound understanding of how the automotive industry The automotive industry is the industry involved in the design, development, manufacture, marketing, and sale of motor vehicles. In 2006, more than 69 million motor vehicles, including cars and commercial vehicles were produced worldwide. works and understands how today's challenges impact each segment within the aftermarket supply chain. His knowledge and understanding will play a major supporting role supporting role n → second rôle m supporting role n → ruolo non protagonista in our mission to help repair shops raise efficiency and productivity levels to meet the rise in demand for post-warranty repair service." While Nome most recently served as CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Tier 1, an automotive design Automotive design is the profession involved in the development of motor vehicles or more specifically road vehicles. This most commonly refers to automobiles but also refers to motorcycles, trucks, buses, coaches, and vans. studio, he spent the majority of his career with Ford Motor Company. He joined the leading automotive manufacturer in 1967 as a parts and service specialist, and worked his way through a series of management-level positions in various Ford divisions, including Lincoln-Mercury and Ford Parts and Service. His career with Ford culminated in a senior marketing and sales position in which he developed new retail market strategies and market study processes. Nome earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from Central Michigan University Central Michigan University, at Mount Pleasant, Mich.; coeducational; est. 1892 as a normal school, became Central State Teachers College in 1927, achieved university status in 1959. The university maintains a forest that is used for botanical and biological research. in Mt. Pleasant, Mich. About MyRepairShop Inc. Headquartered in Houston, MyRepairShop provides a one-stop source of products and services for independent auto repair specialists to effectively streamline and manage their business and efficiently satisfy customers. MyRepairShop's support network includes alliances with some of the industry's leading distributors and automotive industry specialists. For more information on how to become a MyRepairShop member, visit www.myrepairshop.com or call us toll-free at 877/804-5510. |
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