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January 25, 2023

Membership Spotlight: Kenny Bridges

by Zoi' Holloway

Kenny Bridges

Can you briefly describe your aftermarket journey/path to your current position?

I graduated from Nascar Technical Institute. I worked for Race Teams in North Carolina for five years. Then I decided to move back to Maine and pursue a career in the automotive service industry. I currently am a District Manager for VIP Tires & Service.

Favorite networking icebreaker?

Droid or iPhone?

Favorite free time activity?

Visiting Racetracks, building racecars and spending time with my son, Kenton. 

Why do you believe in YANG?

I believe in YANG because of the amount of support that the group offers to the under-40s of the automotive industry. From the networking events, leadership days and the YPS series there is a place for every YANG member to gain industry knowledge from not only other YANG members but also industry leaders that see the huge value that YAN has to the next generation of the automotive industry.

Subcommittee Role?

Engagement, scholarships and mentorship programs.

 

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Mike Chung

is director, market intelligence at Auto Care Association. With more than a dozen years of experience in market research, Chung provides the industry with timely information on key factors and trends influencing the health of the automotive aftermarket to help businesses throughout the supply chain make better business decisions. Chung has earned degrees in chemical engineering, environmental health, and business administration. He can be reached at michael.chung@autocare.org.

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