Motorcycle Industry Council board member Steve Johnson has been appointed MIC aftermarket chair.
In his new role, Johnson takes over for former chair Frank Esposito, who is stepping down after serving in this position since 2004. Esposito, who also sits on the MIC board, will continue to be an active member of the aftermarket committee.
“I am pleased to have the opportunity to lead the aftermarket committee for the MIC,” said Johnson, president and COO of Tucker Rocky Distributing. “Our industry has survived the greatest recession in our lifetime. We are seeing signs of an economic turnaround and it is critical that all constituents in the powersports industry find ways to capitalize on this recovery. There are many pressures on our industry – from land closure to unfavorable laws from both the state and federal level – that will have negative consequences. MIC has recently created the opportunity for powersports dealers to become MIC members. It is important that all interested parties come together with a stronger, united voice to make sure the powersports industry is represented. The aftermarket committee will continue to play a key role in initiating and supporting these efforts.
“I want to thank Frank Esposito for his leadership of the aftermarket committee,” continued Johnson. “Frank has always been a passionate, creative and articulate voice in the aftermarket committee. I also want to thank MIC President Tim Buche for his outstanding leadership of the MIC.”
Added Esposito, president of Kendon Industries Inc., “I am very grateful to everyone who supported me during my time as chair of the MIC’s aftermarket committee. I’m pleased with and proud of the accomplishments and diligence shown by the committee and the membership task force over the last 10 years. But change is healthy; it keeps us fresh and challenges the status quo. Now is the right time for change and so the time has come to rotate from the chair. I believe that Steve is the ideal next candidate. His industry experience and commitment to the aftermarket will prove invaluable as he takes over as chair. I look forward to working with him in this new capacity and also to continuing to serve as an active member of the committee.”
