Press Release
Worldpac Announces Leadership Transition: Chief Commercial Officer David Heine Announces Retirement, to be Succeeded by Dominic Garcia
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OAK BROOK, IL – October 30, 2025 – Worldpac today announced a leadership transition, as Chief Commercial Officer David Heine will retire at the end of the year after 27 years of distinguished service to the company and the industry.
David joined Worldpac in June 1998, bringing with him extensive industry expertise and a trusted approach to leadership. Throughout his tenure, he has been a driving force behind the company’s sustained growth, successfully steering strategic direction and guiding teams through the evolving automotive landscape. Before joining Worldpac, David established a notable career, including key leadership positions at APS (ISW Division) and Genuine Parts Company.
Effective January 1, 2026, Dominic Garcia, current Vice President of National Sales, will succeed David Heine, stepping into the role of Chief Commercial Officer. Garcia will assume responsibility for all sales and marketing leadership.
“David Heine’s impact is indelible; his steady leadership has been instrumental in shaping Worldpac into the pre-eminent supplier we are today,” said President and CEO John Hamilton. “As David begins a well-deserved retirement, we are confident that Dominic Garcia is the right leader for our next chapter. With more than 29 years of industry experience, Dominic brings an exceptional depth of knowledge, a proven record of success, and a valuable blend of intuition and data-driven strategy to guide our continued path toward pre-eminence.”
Dominic Garcia's promotion leverages his deep industry experience and strong sales leadership record to ensure a smooth transition and continued focus on market excellence.
About Worldpac
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Worldpac is the leading North American wholesale distributor of original equipment (OE) and high-quality aftermarket automotive parts, exclusively serving professional repair shops across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.
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Built on over 30 years of import service expertise, Worldpac has been the pre-eminent supplier to the automotive aftermarket since 1995. The company leverages a vast, strategically located network of over 300 branches and 8 distribution centers to deliver a massive inventory of more than 200,000 OE and quality aftermarket parts for over 40 import and domestic car lines.
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Powered by the exclusive speedDIAL catalog, Worldpac fulfills its guarantee of The Right Part at the Right Time, ensuring precise fit, professional service, and vehicle integrity for every repair job.
MEDIA CONTACT: Kelly Palmer, Marketing Director: (331) 401-0414 | [email protected]
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