Bob Hirsch, President of AACF, announced the appointment of Robert Johnson to its' Board of Trustees. "The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) is pleased to have an industry veteran and caring person like Robert as part of our Board," Hirsch said.

Robert Johnson is the Executive Director, Finance at Bridgestone Retail Operations. Robert has worked in the automotive and retail industry for the past 15 years. Johnson stated, "I'm incredibly excited to be joining the board of AACF.  I had an opportunity to play in the golf tournament last year and learn about the organization and the incredible support they provide to the members of our industry and I was really impressed."  Johnson went on to say "My company and the entire Automotive Aftermarket is dependent on the hard work, skills and dedication of our employees and being a part of a foundation that is solely dedicated to helping them when they need it most is an honor!  I'm looking forward to helping the AACF achieve its mission in any way I can." Robert, his wife, and two children reside in Nashville, Tennessee.
 
Founded in 1959 to assist members of the automotive aftermarket and their families, the AACF has distributed millions of dollars to help in times of great need. "Terrible accidents or catastrophic illness can occur suddenly, and drastically alter the life of a family," said Joel Ayres, Executive Director of the AACF. "We are ready to step in to help. We often are called in after all available resources have been exhausted. That's when we fulfill our mission: To Provide Sustainable Solutions For Those In Great Need."

The AACF is the only charity that focuses exclusively on persons and their families employed in the automotive aftermarket industry.  To make a donation or to simply learn more about the Foundation and their cause, please contact them directly by going to their website at www.aacfi.org, or by contacting Executive Director Joel Ayers at 916-628-0271.

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