Leadership Change Announced at Heartland Automotive Services - Jiffy Lube

IRVING, Texas, Aug. 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Heartland Automotive Services, Inc., America's largest Jiffy Lube Franchisee, today announced that Brett Ponton, the company's president and CEO, is leaving the company and that Jim Marcum has been appointed interim CEO. Ponton has served as president and CEO since 2009 and during his tenure the company has refreshed all of its locations, revitalized its marketing efforts, and led the introduction of new services to the brand. 

Marcum comes to Heartland with a wealth of executive leadership and expansive retail knowledge.  During Marcum's career he has overseen all facets of retail operations from strategic planning and marketing to finance and logistics in both public and private sectors.  Most recently Marcum served as President and CEO of Central Parking Corporation where he oversaw a new marketing strategy leveraging digital technology. Marcum has also presided over large retail electronics companies Circuit City and Ultimate Electronics in the CEO capacity as well.  While at Circuit City, Marcum led the largest re-branding effort in company history and drove new customer service strategies.

Heartland Automotive Services was acquired by an affiliate of Sun Capital Partners, Inc., in August of 2012.   T. Scott King, a company director, commented on the hiring of Marcum, saying, "We are thrilled to have Jim Marcum join Heartland with his wealth of retail experience and knowledge. Jim is a seasoned executive and I have great confidence that Jim will lead a talented existing management team at Heartland to continued growth and success."

Jiffy Lube Heartland is trusted by consumers and recognized by the industry as the best place for quick professional vehicle care. The company accomplishes this by exceeding guests' expectations everyday with consistent "Jiffy Lube Signature Service® Oil Change" delivered through a dedicated organization of friendly, knowledgeable, and professional teammates. The company is committed to leading the quick lube industry with clean, safe, and attractive facilities; well trained and courteous teammates; respect for the environment and recycling; and by providing the highest quality Pennzoil® products and important vehicle maintenance services to ensure they are the first choice of every consumer.

About Heartland Automotive Services, Inc., dba Jiffy Lube
The American quick lube industry provides more than 100 million oil changes every year from more than 10,000 standalone locations. Within this industry, Heartland Automotive Services, dba Jiffy Lube, is the largest operator of quick lube retail service stores. Operating over 545 Jiffy Lube locations from coast to coast and serving nearly 5 million guests each year with more than 4,000 professional teammates, Heartland strives to provide a great experience for every valued guest on every visit.

SOURCE Heartland Automotive Services, Inc.

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