Auto Care Association announces new board of directors

Greg Noethlich was appointed chair after serving as vice chair. Rick Schwartz was appointed vice chair after serving as treasurer

**Greg Noethlich, CEO, Old World Industries**

Bethesda, Md.—The Auto Care Association has announced the elected members of its board of directors for the 2026–2027 term, including changes to its officer leadership.

Greg Noethlich was appointed chair after serving as vice chair. Rick Schwartz was appointed vice chair after serving as treasurer, while John Treece will serve as treasurer after previously serving as secretary. Newly elected board member JC Washbish will serve as secretary.

This board is effective as of July 1, 2026.

The members of this Auto Care Association Board of Directors are:

Chairman of the Board: Greg Noethlich, CEO, Old World Industries

Vice Chairman of the Board: Rick Schwartz, CEO and managing partner, Schwartz Associates

Treasurer: John Treece, president and CEO, DMA Sales, LLC

Secretary: JC Washbish, president and CEO, Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Inc.

Immediate Past Chair: Mike Boyer, Pesident, TASCO Sales Reps

Director: Duncan Gillis, CEO, TERREPOWER

Director: Cliff Hovis, president, Hovis Truck and Auto

Director: Tina Hubbard, president and CEO, HDA Truck Pride

Director: Dwayne Myers, CEO and managing partner, Dynamic Automotive

Director: Luke Rauch, senior vice president, merchandising and global sourcing, AutoZone

Director: David Wilbanks, senior vice president, merchandising, O’Reilly Auto Parts

“It is an incredible honor to step into the role of chairman for the Auto Care Association as we announce our new board of directors roster,” said Greg Noethlich. “I want to extend my gratitude to our outgoing chairman, Mike Boyer, whose exceptional leadership and steady guidance over the past two years have strengthened our industry’s foundation.

“As we look forward, our board and your association is fully committed to driving innovation, championing the Right to Repair, and creating unprecedented value for our entire membership and our amazing automotive and heavy-duty aftermarket.”