YANG Professional Series
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Registration for this event is exclusively for YANG members and mentors. To access your YANG account and successfully register, make sure to sign-in with your autocare.org login.
Not a member of YANG? Learn more about YANG and sign-up here.Join YANG for this professional series event featuring Louis Fresta, Vice President Sales Americas, CRC Industries, Inc.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 |1:00 - 1:45 p.m. ET
Topic: Early Career Success: Your Path to Trusted Leadership
Join us for an exclusive conversation with Louis Fresta, Vice President Sales Americas at CRC Industries, Inc. as he shares powerful insights on how young professionals can chart a path to leadership in the aftermarket industry.Gain firsthand lessons on career growth, mentorship, and training that can help accelerate your development and make a lasting impact within your organization.
Key discussion topics will include:
- Making an impact early in your career;
- Leadership development experiences that drive results; and
- Building a network that supports your success.
Cost: Free for YANG members
Registration for this event is exclusively for YANG members and mentors. Not a member of YANG? Learn more here.
(Note: This is a live event viewing only and recording is unavailable.)
Hosted by:
Speaker:
Louis Fresta
Vice President of Sales Americas, CRC Industries, Inc.
Louis Fresta is a seasoned executive with decades of success in the automotive aftermarket. As Vice President of Commercial Sales at CRC Industries, Inc. and President of the Automotive Sales Council, Lou brings a strategic, people-first approach to leadership that has consistently driven commercial growth across the Americas.
What makes Lou especially relevant to emerging professionals is his unwavering commitment to mentorship and inclusive leadership. Recently honored as an “Aftermarket Ally” for women in the workplace, Lou is known for championing diverse voices, opening doors for underrepresented talent, and fostering cultures where everyone can thrive. His leadership style blends sharp business acumen with a deep belief that strong teams—and strong futures—are built on inclusion, advocacy, and authenticity.
Lou’s career spans P&L management, complex negotiations, sales team development, and retail strategy. But what sets him apart is his ability to connect with the next generation—offering not just insights, but inspiration. Whether navigating dynamic market shifts or mentoring future leaders, Lou leads with intention, clarity, and heart.
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