WPS Announces Sales Force Changes
Western Power Sports (WPS) recently hired Erik Lothian as the new regional sales manager to cover the Midwest for the company. Erik is an avid powersports enthusiast and brings over 15 years of motorcycle industry experience to the WPS team. Before coming to WPS, Erik was with Triumph Motorcycles America in various roles, including regional manager, eastern sales manager, and most recently, as its national sales manager. He also spent many years with Yamaha USA, in the Mid-South as a district sales manager.
Motonation Announces Sales Team Changes
Headed into 2012 Motonation says it is expecting a strong year. The 2012 collections from AGV Sport, Sidi and Vemar will require that the sales team be up to the task for the opportunities and challenges that the year will bring, the company announced recently.
Founder of Lehman Trikes Passes Away
John K. Lehman, founder and director of Lehman Trikes recently passed away on Thursday, January 5, in Arizona, the company sadly announced. The suspected cause of death was a heart failure brought on by an embolism. He was 60 years old.
Former Cycle World Publisher Larry Little Joins Marketplace Events
Marketplace Events, producers of consumer shows and events, recently announced that motorcycle industry veteran Larry Little has been named vice president and general manager, motorcycle group.
Powell, Kelly Elected to Antique Motorcycle Foundation Board
Tracey Powell and Kenneth Kelly have been elected to the Antique Motorcycle Foundation, Inc. board of directors to fill seats vacated recently by Brenda Teel-Lash and Peter Gagan. Powell has also been elected an officer of the board in the position of secretary.
Malcolm Smith Motorsports to Host Supercross Fan Event Jan. 5
Supercross fans can meet their favorite star this Thursday, January 5, at Malcolm Smith Motorsports in Riverside, Calif. Ryan Villopoto, James Stewart, Ryan Dungey, Kevin Windham and many more top riders of the 2012 AMA Supercross Championship will be on hand to meet and greet Supercross fans and sign autographs.
Biker Bob to Join Hacker Custom Exhaust
Hacker Custom Exhaust recently announced the addition of Bob Warford to head up their marketing concerns in an effort to enhance its services.
Viper Powersports Appoints Three New Board Members
Viper Powersports, Inc., recently appointed three new members to its Board of Directors – Grant Lynch, Tim Wellborn, and James Shields – effective December 30, 2011.
Daniel ‘Rudy’ Ruettiger to Deliver Keynote Speech at 2012 Dealer Expo
Daniel “Rudy” Ruettiger, who was the inspiration for the motion picture “RUDY,” has been named the keynote speaker for the 2012 Dealer Expo and American V-Twin Dealer Show on Friday, February 17, 2012, at the Indiana Convention Center, in Indianapolis.
AMA Announces 2011 AMA Motorcyclist of the Year
The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has announced that AMA member and motorcycle activist Nancy Sabater has been awarded the 2011 AMA Motorcyclist of the Year. The award recognizes the person or persons who had the most profound impact on the world of motorcycling in the previous 12 months.
KYMCO USA President and CEO Bondy Resigns
KYMCO USA recently announced that Eric Bondy has resigned his position as president and CEO to pursue a new opportunity. To assist in the transition to new leadership, he will continue with the company until Dec. 15, 2011.
Custom Chrome Names Gerry Bruce VP of Operations
Custom Chrome has promoted Gerry Bruce to the position of vice president of operations.