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Advance Auto Parts

Raleigh · Automotive, Manufacturing, Science And Engineering · 9 employees

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installer and do-it-yourself customers. As of October 9, 2021, Advance operated 4,727 stores and 234 Worldpac branches in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company also serves 1,325 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addi

Funding history

  • Series seed — $1.7M — Nov 2021

Recent signals

  • Jan 12, 2026: SEC 8-K (5.02): On January 12, 2026, Advance Auto Parts, Inc. appointed Richard A. Johnson to its Board of Directors, effective the same day. Mr. Johnson will also serve on the Board's Compensation Committee. There was no prior arrangement regarding his appointment, and he will receive compensation according to the company's policy for non-employee directors. Furthermore, Mr. Johnson will enter into a standard indemnification agreement with the company. This change is expected to strengthen the Board's oversight on compensation matters.
  • Oct 27, 2025: SEC 8-K (5.02): On October 27, 2025, Jeffrey J. Jones II notified the Board of Directors of Advance Auto Parts, Inc. of his decision to retire from the Board at the end of the year, coinciding with his planned retirement as President and Chief Executive Officer of H&R Block, Inc. This change results in the Board of Advance Auto Parts decreasing in size to eight directors. The retirement of Mr. Jones marks a significant transition for the company as it prepares for leadership changes while maintaining stable governance.
  • Dec 20, 2024: Advance Auto Parts Appoints Michael Beland as Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer
  • Aug 22, 2024: Advance Auto Parts Announces Sale of Worldpac to Carlyle for $1.5 Billion
  • May 29, 2024: Advance Auto Parts Names Bruce Starnes as Executive Vice President, Chief Merchant
  • Jan 05, 2024: Advance Auto Parts Names Elizabeth Dreyer Chief Accounting Officer
  • Nov 15, 2023: Advance Auto Parts Appoints Ryan Grimsland as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
  • Oct 20, 2023: Advance Auto Parts Announces Executive Leadership Changes

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