Industry Impact Award
Purpose
The Import Vehicle Community Industry Impact (formerly Lifetime Industry Achievement) award honors individuals whose outstanding performance, integrity, dignity and conscientious approach to business affairs are demonstrated as a matter of routine.
The Industry Impact award has been a means by which our industry's high contributors and unsung heroes are credited and appropriately recognized.
There is no limit to the number of individuals who can be honored annually as Industry Impact award recipients, nor is it required that a recipient be named.
Qualifications
The candidate is and/or has been involved in the import parts segment of the aftermarket for a minimum of 20 years.
The candidate must have made significant contributions to their company (can be their employer), which contributions have a positive influence and benefit to the stature and progress of the aftermarket industry.
The candidate must be known as one whose character and integrity are beyond reproach and admired.
Self-nominations are not accepted.
2025 Industry Impact Award Winner
Kevin Evoy
Consultant, Product/Category Management, Parts Authority
Kevin Evoy is a seasoned automotive industry professional with over 25 years of experience in both the OEM and aftermarket sectors. He currently serves as a consultant for automotive parts product management at Parts Authority, where he plays a key role in shaping product strategy, optimizing supply chains, and strengthening vendor relationships across the organization’s extensive portfolio.
Throughout his career, Kevin has led initiatives in product development, lifecycle management, and market analysis, bringing data-driven insights to complex business challenges. His expertise lies in aligning product performance with evolving industry demands, while maintaining a sharp focus on profitability and customer satisfaction.
Kevin is known for his strategic approach to vendor negotiations and his ability to navigate global sourcing challenges. He has worked closely with manufacturers and distributors to deliver innovative solutions and streamline operations, positioning businesses for long-term success in a highly competitive market.
At Parts Authority, one of the nation’s largest automotive parts distributors, Kevin continues to drive value through cross-functional collaboration and operational excellence. His practical approach and deep industry knowledge make him a key contributor to initiatives focused on growth, efficiency, and sustained competitive advantage.
A lifelong automotive enthusiast, Kevin has a particular passion for German cars and the engineering precision they represent. This enthusiasm fuels his dedication to the industry and his ongoing commitment to quality and performance in every facet of his work.
Throughout his career, Kevin has led initiatives in product development, lifecycle management, and market analysis, bringing data-driven insights to complex business challenges. His expertise lies in aligning product performance with evolving industry demands, while maintaining a sharp focus on profitability and customer satisfaction.
Kevin is known for his strategic approach to vendor negotiations and his ability to navigate global sourcing challenges. He has worked closely with manufacturers and distributors to deliver innovative solutions and streamline operations, positioning businesses for long-term success in a highly competitive market.
At Parts Authority, one of the nation’s largest automotive parts distributors, Kevin continues to drive value through cross-functional collaboration and operational excellence. His practical approach and deep industry knowledge make him a key contributor to initiatives focused on growth, efficiency, and sustained competitive advantage.
A lifelong automotive enthusiast, Kevin has a particular passion for German cars and the engineering precision they represent. This enthusiasm fuels his dedication to the industry and his ongoing commitment to quality and performance in every facet of his work.
Previous Award Winners
Lifetime Industry Achievement Award
- Robin Biggins (1992)
- Houston “Howdie” Smith (1993)
- Bill Buckley (1994)
- Ken Powell (1995)
- Steve Murphy (1995)
- Charles Coleman (1996)
- Albert Cohen (1996)
- Mike Taksey (1997)
- Bob Calhoun (1997)
- Tony Perticari (1998)
- George Halford (1998)
- Jim Keith (1999)
- ** (2000)
- Bob Tye (2001)
- Trevor Musso (2001)
- Christopher Kern (2002)
- Jerry Brosilow (1926-2003) (2003)
- Joe Bagwell (2004)
- James E. Berner (1933-2004) (2005)
- Gail Volpe (2006)
- Bill Guinard (2007)
- Daniel J. Lewis (2008)
- Hans J. Wulff (2009)
- Mary Lynn Nyman (2010)
- Dick Berreman (2011)
- Chris von Lenski (2011)
- Janette Ponciroli (2012)
- Peter Klotz (1954-2012) (2013)
- Steve Lynch (2014)
- Grant Kitching (2015)
- Craig Burns (2016)
- Stanley Bloomfield (2017)
- Wm. “Mac” McGovern (2018)
- Rosemary Perry (2018)
- Paul Fiore (2022)
- Abraham Garweg (2022)
- David DeBolt (2023)
- Jim Phillips (2024)
Bill Guinard Lifetime Industry Achievement Award
- Mario B. Recchia (2019)
- ** (2020)
- Kevin McCloskey (2021)
**Award not presented.