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Our TeamOur Team: Experts at Your Service
 Jennifer Clements Event Media Coordinator and Tool & Equipment Specialist Editor Jennifer Clements has been with Babcox since 1997, and serves in a variety of capacities including corporate marketing, custom publishing and show daily team member. Jennifer has been an integral part of Babcox’s show daily services, serving as editor and managing editor of the AAPEX (Automotive Aftermarket Product Expo) show daily for more than eight years, and the Mid-America Trucking Show daily for three years. In addition to these responsibilities, Jennifer is editor of TechShop — Equipment, Tools & Supplies, and managing editor of Underhood Service and ImportCar magazines in Babcox’s TechGroup.
Tammy House
Senior Graphic Designer Senior Graphic Designer Tammy House has been with Babcox for 28 years. Tammy handles all production — both pre-show and on-site — of AAPEX Express (the Automotive Aftermarket Product Expo show daily), a responsibility she has held for more than eight years. She has also carried these duties for the Mid-America Trucking Show daily for the past three years. Tammy also is the full-time designer behind the pages of Babcox’s Counterman, Fleet Equipment, BodyShop Business and Motorcycle Product News magazines.
 Jeff Stankard, Vice President and Group PublisherAutomotive Service Market Specialist Jeff Stankard is an expert in the automotive service market and his experience includes more than 10 years with Babcox, where he is responsible for Brake & Front End, ImportCar, Underhood Service, TechShop, Tomorrow’s Technician and Servicio Automotriz magazines, as well as the autocarepro:news e-newsletter. He also serves clients as the leader of the Babcox market research business. A former employee of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, Jeff spent 15 years in accounting, marketing research, product management and export sales positions. Jeff is an active participant on various industry association committees, and regularly attends industry events and conferences to keep abreast of the markets served by the magazines he oversees. Jeff’s vast experience in the many facets of the marketplace gives him a unique perspective in understanding the needs of customers and tailoring programs that add value to their marketing communication efforts.
 Andrew MarkelUndercar Service and Repair Specialist Brake & Front End Editor Andrew Markel is an expert in undercar service and repair and has been with the magazine for more than 10 years. He is a technician and former service writer and holds several automotive certifications from ASE and aftermarket manufacturers, bringing a wealth of experience and practical knowledge to his position. Markel has produced many technical training and marketing pieces for several aftermarket manufacturers. He has also helped launch the first Spanish language magazine targeting technicians, and advises companies on how to interface with this growing demographic. He has been quoted in several national media outlets including SmartMoney, CNN Money and Crain’s Business on various automotive repair topics.  Ed SunkinUnderhood Service and Repair Specialist Underhood Service and Tomorrow’s Technician Editor Ed Sunkin has more than 15 years of experience covering the automotive aftermarket, with more than 10 years specializing in underhood service and repair. An active industry participant, he has served as a board member of Automotive Training Manager’s Council (ATMC) and the American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE). Ed also is active in various automotive and aftermarket-related events, including serving as a judge at the annual Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills event for the past 10 years, as well serving as a moderator at MACS technical presentations. Ed attends numerous industry events and trade shows throughout the year, including the Automotive Aftermarket Parts Expo (AAPEX), in which he serves as a contributor for AAPEX Express.  Larry CarleyAutomotive Service and Repair Specialist Technical Editor Larry Carley has been with Babcox for more than 25 years and is a respected authority on automotive service and repair. He has been ASE certified in seven areas of automotive expertise, and has worked with ASE in developing technician certification tests. He has written more than 2,000 technical articles on a wide range of topics, authored two automotive textbooks, and written numerous automotive training programs, E-learning courses, and automotive diagnostic & training software. He has also received numerous awards for his writing efforts.
 Mary DellaValleImport and Performance Vehicle Specialist ImportCar Editor Mary DellaValle has more than 20 years of experience covering the automotive aftermarket, with 18 years specializing in the import and performance markets. She’s heavily involved in the import vehicle market, serving on the Auto International Association (AIA) Board of Directors since 2001. The editor of ImportCar magazine for the majority of her 22-year career at Babcox, Mary has a total of 24 years of automotive aftermarket publishing experience. As an integral part of the Babcox editorial team, Mary assists with many other duties, including custom publishing, corporate communications and digital media properties.  Dave WooldridgeEngine Rebuilding Specialist Engine Builder Publisher Dave Wooldridge has been specializing in the engine
build/rebuild market since 1983, when he joined the Babcox team. Dave’s experience includes 15 years as an editor in the heavy-duty truck parts and engine build/rebuild aftermarket in addition to his last 12 years as publisher of Engine Builder Magazine. Dave is an active participant in the engine aftermarket industry and has past and current experience making industry presentations and serving on various technical and convention planning committees for the Production Engine Remanufacturers Association (PERA) and the Automotive Engine Rebuilders Association (AERA). Dave is also the current Chairman of the Engine Repower Council (ERC), a segment of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA), whose mission is to provide education to consumer’s on the benefits of remanufactured/rebuilt engines, and sales and marketing assistance to those involved in selling and installing remanufactured/rebuilt engines.
 Doug KaufmanEngine Rebuilding Specialist Engine Builder Editor Doug Kaufman has spent more than 20 years covering the automotive aftermarket, with 10 years specializing in engine rebuilding. Recognizing how the industry has evolved, he leads an Engine Builder staff that focuses on an increasingly diverse range of topics, from business profitability to performance enhancements. Connecting with readers is his goal, whether it is online using the magazine’s website or other social media resources, in print, with Engine Builder magazine and its associated supplements, or in person, through industry and association business meetings, trade shows and conferences.
 David Moniz, Group PublisherTire and Truck Fleet Specialist David Moniz is a 25-year veteran of magazine publishing. He joined Babcox as the publisher for Tire Review magazine in 1999 and has a background in sales and marketing in both publishing and private industry. In 2005, he became a group publisher at Babcox as Fleet Equipment Magazine and Transport Technology Today (T3) was placed under his direction. He is an active participant in the tire and trucking industries and is a member of Tire Industry Association and the American Trucking Associations – Technology Maintenance Council.  Jim SmithTire Industry Specialist Tire Review Editor Jim Smith has more than 25 years of experience working in and
around the tire industry as a journalist and advertising and public relations executive. With 10-plus years as Tire Review editor, he is a knowledgeable, active industry participant. With a unique inside perspective of entrepreneurial businesses and from working for a major tiremaker, Jim brings a broad, rich perspective to Tire Review readers.
 Carol BirklandTruck Fleet Management Specialist Fleet Equipment and Transport Technology Today (T3) Editor Carol Birkland is an expert in truck fleet management and heads these two publications. Fleet Equipment is dedicated to truck equipment specification, purchase and vehicle asset management. Transport Technology Today covers information technology (IT) news and insights to help trucking fleets streamline their business process. Carol is also editor of the Mid-America Trucking Show Daily and has more than 20 years of trade show experience.  Scott ShriberCollision, Parts and Distribution and Aftermarket Industry Specialist Scott Shriber is a 30-year veteran of the automotive industry. His 27 years with Ford Motor Co. (Dearborn, Mich.) included senior management work in the areas of customer service, field technical training, dealer profitability, fixed operations and warranty, as well as national marketing and sales experience. He has a deep understanding of both direct and indirect parts sales channels, as well as distribution through the aftermarket. During two joint venture start-ups, he gained extensive collision, IT and medium-duty truck experience. He remains a devoted car enthusiast and continual student of the automotive industry.  Amy AntenoraAftermarket Industry Business Specialist aftermarketNews Editor Amy Antenora has been reporting daily on the automotive aftermarket for nearly 10 years. She also serves as managing editor of Counterman, AMN’s sister print publication for the parts distribution segment. Amy is a member of the Car Care Council Women’s Board, and is a former chair of the Women’s Board Executive Committee as well as a former member of AAIA’s Leadership Development Network. In 2009, Amy earned the Automotive Aftermarket Professional (AAP) designation from Northwood University’s University of the Aftermarket.  Mark PhillipsParts and Distribution Specialist Counterman Editor Mark Phillips has more than 15 years of journalistic experience and has been specializing in automotive parts and distribution since 2008. During his time at Babcox, he’s attended Leadership 2.0 at the University of the Aftermarket at Northwood University. The program fosters development of mid-level professionals in the automotive aftermarket. He also chairs a committee at Babcox that oversees the magazine’s Counter Professional of the Year award program.  Jason StahlCollision Industry Specialist BodyShop Business Editor Jason Stahl has been reporting on the collision repair industry since 2006 and has 16 years of experience as an editor. An active industry participant, he serves as an advisor to the Paint, Body and Equipment Specialists Committee of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) and is a gold pin member of the Collision Industry Conference. He has also given presentations and moderated panels at several different industry events. |