Ron Aparicio, MAAP

Mr. Aparicio has more than 21 years’ experience in the aftermarket with varying sales and marketing roles throughout his career. In his current role at MPA, Ron is responsible for overseeing the direction, management, and sales strategy for the wholesale traditional distribution channel.

Over his 21 years of industry experience… one of the key building blocks of his career growth, was his active participation and passion for supporting the industry. Mr. Aparicio has held varying volunteer leadership positions throughout the industry including multiple executive board positions on The Automotive Sales Council, CAWA (California Automotive Wholesaler’s Association), The Auto Care Association Education Committee, as well as currently serves on the AWDA Manufacturers Advisory Committee, which is his third time serving this key industry committee. In 2015, Mr. Aparicio also received the Auto Care Association “Four for the Future” Award, honoring industry professionals under 40 years old for their contributions to the industry.

After joining the auto care industry, Mr. Aparicio also continued his industry education by achieving his MAAP and AAP designations from the University of the Aftermarket. Prior to joining the industry, Mr. Aparicio attended California State University-Chico specializing in Special Education, while on a baseball scholarship. Ron is married to his wife Stephanie of 8 years and has 2 young boys Jacob (7) and Johnathan (3), who make every day an adventure!