MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association Announces New Board Leadership for 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association today announces the election of our new chair and the addition of a new board member. 

Jon Husby, president and CEO of ADAC, has been elected chair of MEMA for 2026 and 2027. His appointment reflects the depth, diversity and innovation in the vehicle supplier community. 

Husby takes this position of leadership at a moment when automotive and commercial vehicle suppliers are managing rapid technological evolution, shifting governmental guidelines, continued global complexity and emerging opportunities for transformation and prosperity. His industry leadership experience strengthens MEMA’s ability to represent and advance vehicle suppliers. 

“Jon is the right leader at the right time for MEMA and for the supplier community,” said Kurk Wilks, immediate past chair of MEMA. “His strategic mindset, deep industry experience and collaborative approach will be invaluable as suppliers navigate rapid change and seize new opportunities. I’m confident MEMA and vehicle suppliers are in strong hands as Jon steps into this role.” 

In addition, Eric Sills, president and CEO, Standard Motor Products, Inc., has been elected to MEMA’s 2026 Board of Directors. “We are pleased to welcome Eric to the MEMA board,” said Husby. “He brings proven leadership and a clear understanding of what it takes for suppliers to compete, and experience as a past chair of the MEMA Aftermarket Supplier member group. This board exists to lead with clarity and conviction, and Eric is exactly that kind of leader.”

“Eric’s insight will be invaluable as we work to strengthen suppliers’ competitiveness and champion the policies and solutions that drive long-term success,” said Paul McCarthy, president and CEO of MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association. “We are thrilled to have the incredible leadership of Jon, Eric and of all the distinguished set of leaders on the MEMA board to drive our mission and represent the entirety of the largest manufacturing sector in America, vehicle suppliers.” 

The following is a complete list of the 2026 MEMA Board of Directors 

• Chair: Jon Husby, president & CEO, ADAC
• Treasurer: Dominic Grote, president & CEO, Grote Industries
• Immediate past chair: Kurk Wilks, president & CEO, Mann + Hummel
• Mike Alcala, president & CEO, GNS North America
• Gino Amador, president, Snap-on Equipment
• Marc Blackman, CEO, Gold Eagle Company
• Jason Gerding, president, transportation products, Marmon
• Justin Greenberg, president & CEO, DieselCore
• John Hanighen, president & CEO, Cloyes
• Matt Joy, president & CEO, Hendrickson
• Paul McCarthy, president & CEO, MEMA. The Vehicle Suppliers Association
• Chris Pruitt, executive chair, East Penn Manufacturing
• Dan Sceli, president & CEO, Westport Fuel Systems
• Randall Scheps, president, Alcoa Wheels, Howmet Aerospace
• Eric Sills, president & CEO, Standard Motor Products, Inc.
• Mark White, president & CEO, Shape Corporation

About MEMA. The Vehicle Suppliers Association 

MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association, is the leading trade association in North America for vehicle suppliers, parts manufacturers and remanufacturers. It has been the voice of the vehicle supplier industry since 1904. Its more than 1,000 members are Strong by Association.  

Automotive and commercial vehicle suppliers are the largest manufacturing sector in the United States and lead the way in vehicle innovation. MEMA members supply the vehicle from cradle to grave: from its birth on the assembly line through the vehicle lifetime.  

MEMA serves vehicle suppliers through two membership groups: MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers and MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers. Our members conceive, design and manufacture the parts, systems and technologies that make up two-thirds of the value of every vehicle and keep hundreds of millions of vehicles on the road running safely and affordably. We meet and enhance society’s transportation needs and our members are committed to safety, sustainable businesses, innovation, and the people who rely on us. 

MEMA has offices in Washington, D.C.; Southfield, Mich.; and Research Triangle Park, N.C. Learn more at mema.org.