Advance Auto Parts announces merchandising leadership changes

The company names Bruce Starnes as executive vice president and chief merchant

Advance Auto Parts Inc., an automotive aftermarket parts provider in North America that serves both professional installer and do-it-yourself customers, announced that Ken Bush, senior vice president and chief merchant, will retire from the company after nearly 20 years and be succeeded by Bruce Starnes, who has been named executive vice president and chief merchant, effective June 24, 2024, according to a press release dated May 29.