
About Us
Who We Are
The Young Auto Care Network Group (YANG) is the home for the auto care industry’s dynamic and vibrant community of under-40 professionals.
What We Do
YANG provides its members with the opportunity to network with industry peers, develop new skill sets and improve leadership capabilities. YANG events include panel discussions with industry leaders, professional development sessions and networking events throughout the country. YANG awards a number of scholarships to rising stars in the industry as well.
Benefits
Upon joining, YANG members immediately become part of a 1,500-strong network of young industry professionals around the world. Members are invited to attend and host events at trade shows, leadership conferences and Regional Meet-Ups throughout the country. Members receive recognition as well as opportunities for mentorship offered by seasoned industry leaders. For your organization, membership in YANG helps foster employee retention through networking, mentorship and exposure to the broader industry.
YANG Council Roster
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Cotter Collins
Standard Motor Products, Inc.
Chair -
Grace Hovis
Hovis Auto & Truck Supply, Inc.
Vice Chair -
Jacki Lutz
Sensata Technologies
Immediate Past Chairman -
Michael Hellenberg
Auto Wares Inc
Member -
Meagan Moody
ZF Aftermarket
Member -
Kenneth Bridges
VIP Tires and Service
Member -
Joseph DeLorme
Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman Products Inc)
Member -
Matt Fowler
Solenium Group/ Visual Skus
Member -
Melissa Petrucelli
AutoZone, Inc.
Member -
Mary Ieng
Auto Care Association
Staff Liaison