October 3, 2018 – DAYCO Products, LLC has announced the appointment of John Kinnick as Executive Vice President of US Aftermarket. In his new role, Kinnick will be accountable for US aftermarket strategy for all functions including sales, marketing, and operations within the United States.

“I am excited to be taking on this leadership role as Dayco continues to build for the future. Dayco recognizes the importance of the US aftermarket and is excited with new direction of our team as it capitalizes on opportunities to support our customers.” said John Kinnick, Executive Vice President US Aftermarket.

John brings more than 22 years of experience driving performance within global organizations with diverse product offerings; including three years in Asia Pacific. Most recently he served as the chief transformation officer at Dayco, where he successfully led strategy and transformational activities.

“I am pleased to have John join the US aftermarket team. His diverse background in operations, supply chain management and manufacturing are instrumental to Dayco’s overall transformation and will play a key role in our growth strategy within the aftermarket division, as Dayco drives its promise to Move Forward. Always.” said Bruno Vallillo, President Global Aftermarket.

Kinnick holds an MBA from Syracuse University and earned a bachelor’s from GMI Engineering and Management Institute.

About Dayco

Dayco is a global leader in the research, design, manufacturing and distribution of essential engine products, drive systems and services for automobiles, trucks, construction, agriculture and industry.

Dayco’s contributions are integral to how people get from place to place, goods are transported, food is harvested, and infrastructure is built. The company operates according to long-held values — keeping promises, delivering on time all the time, and an intense commitment to service no matter what the obstacles. For more than a century, Dayco has overcome challenges, emerging stronger and smarter at every turn.

Dayco improves how the world moves by creating products, systems and relationships that endure.

Move Forward. Always. ™