The AAM Group is has announce the promotion of two senior employees: John DeBalso to Executive Vice President of Supplier Relations and David Ayers to Vice President of Operations.

The promotion of DeBalso, a lifelong industry veteran who has been with AAM for 16 years, formalizes his position as a member of the executive team. 

The former CAN board of directors member will continue to lead AAM’s purchasing, compliance and supplier-relations efforts, including managing a team dedicated to exploring growth opportunities for the organization’s distribution members and supplier partners.

Ayers, previously AAM’s Director of Marketing and current SEMA TORA Select committee member, will be shifting focus to concentrate on strategic marketing and technology projects and other operational priorities. 

Andy Stacy, who was recently promoted to Marketing Manager, will be assuming oversight of AAM’s day-to-day marketing activities.

About The AAM Group

Automotive Accessories Marketing USA, Inc. (The AAM Group) is the largest distribution group in the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) marketplace.  Now in its 34th year, the corporation was founded by eight high performance warehouse distributors that sought to achieve cooperative scaled purchasing and marketing advantages.  The AAM Group now counts 21 member-companies operating 68 distribution centers throughout North America.

Headquartered in Piney Flats, Tenn., The AAM Group manages product purchasing and marketing for manufacturers affiliated with three flagship retail marketing programs: Parts Pro, Performance Corner® and Total Truck Centers.  Leveraging a strategic blend of marketing tactics, including turnkey social media, industry-specific website design, physical store flyers, videography and multi-channel news distribution, The AAM Group equips and influences local resellers on behalf of its members and vendor partners.