American Tire Distributors (ATD) recently announced two key leadership appointments that will strengthen its strategic direction and accelerate growth across its business.

Todd Sanders has been promoted to Chief Sales Officer. In this role, Sanders will lead ATD’s sales organization, customer service operations, and Tire Pros franchise development. He will be responsible for driving a comprehensive sales strategy across all channels, with a focus on alignment, performance, and deepening customer engagement.

Sanders brings more than 25 years of leadership experience in the automotive aftermarket. Most recently, he served as ATD’s Senior Vice President of Business Development & Strategy, where he played a pivotal role in guiding growth initiatives and aligning new opportunities with the company’s long-term vision. Prior to joining ATD, Sanders held senior leadership roles at Advance Auto Parts as Senior Vice President of Professional Sales and at CarQuest Auto Parts as Vice President of Professional Markets, where he successfully led commercial sales growth and developed impactful customer programs.

Keith Calcagno has been named Chief Strategy Officer, Proprietary Brands. In this newly created role, Calcagno will lead the development and execution of ATD’s long-term strategy for its private label brands, with a focus on driving growth, innovation, and profitability.

A seasoned ATD executive, Calcagno has been instrumental in shaping the company’s strategic direction for more than two decades. He has led the development of new business ventures and forged key partnerships with leading tire and wheel brands. His strong financial background includes leadership roles in corporate and supply chain finance and strategic planning at DaimlerChrysler (now Stellantis) and K-Mart.

ATD's Chief Strategy Officer, Keith Calcagno

“These appointments reflect our commitment to building a high-performing leadership team that is focused on delivering value to our customers and partners,” said Ira B. Silver, President & CEO of ATD. “Todd and Keith bring deep industry expertise, strategic vision, and a passion for innovation that will help propel ATD into its next phase of growth.”

For more information about ATD’s leadership, visit https://www.atd.com/who-we-are/culture/leadership.

About American Tire Distributors

American Tire Distributors (ATD) is one of the nation’s largest independent suppliers to the replacement tire industry. With a robust network of over 110 distribution centers, ATD proudly serves 80,000 customers nationwide. Its extensive inventory and commitment to reliable, frequent deliveries are complemented by a suite of value-added services tailored to the tire and automotive service industry.

With a team of nearly 4,000 dedicated associates, ATD is driven by a customer-first mentality, empowering its customers to thrive. In 2024, ATD’s commitment to excellence was recognized through several prestigious awards, including the Stevie® Award for Sales & Customer Service and multiple accolades from The American Business Awards®. Notably, the company received the Gold Stevie® Award for Company of the Year – Automotive & Transport Equipment – Large, and the Silver Stevie® Award for Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Solution, further solidifying its leadership in the industry. ATD continues to set the standard for quality and reliability in tire distribution.

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American Tire Distributors Announces Executive Leadership Appointments to Drive Growth and Strategic Focus