ROANOKE, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Advance Auto Parts, Inc., (NYSE: AAP), a leading automotive aftermarket retailer of parts, batteries, accessories, and maintenance items, today announced that Jim Durkin will join Autopart International as President. Mr. Durkin will lead the continued growth and expansion of Autopart International in conjunction with Advance Auto Parts’ overall commercial strategy. Mr. Durkin will reside in the Boston area.
“Jim is an experienced executive with a great track record of success in delivering results by building and developing strong teams that sustain their performance over time. We are very excited about the leadership skills he will bring as we continue our growth,” said Roger Patkin, Chief Executive Officer of AI.
Prior to joining Autopart International, Mr. Durkin served as the Executive Vice President – Global Sales for OfficeMax, where he led the global business segment. He has also served as Senior Vice President – Field Sales. Prior to OfficeMax, Mr. Durkin served as Vice President, Sales for ARAMARK Corporation. Mr. Durkin earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from LaSalle University in Philadelphia, PA.
About Advance Auto Parts
Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., Advance Auto Parts, a leading automotive aftermarket retailer of parts, accessories, batteries, and maintenance items in the United States, serves both the do-it-yourself and professional installer markets. As of April 23, 2011 the Company operated 3,600 stores in 39 states, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. Additional information about the Company, employment opportunities, customer services, and online shopping for parts and accessories can be found on the Company’s web site at www.AdvanceAutoParts.com.