Polaris shuffles top managment at Transamerican Auto Parts

MINNEAPOLIS — Polaris Industries Inc. has shuffled the top management of its Transamerican Auto Parts (TAP) business, promoting President Greg Adler to executive vice chairman and naming Polaris veteran Craig Scanlon to succeed him as president.

In his new role, Mr. Adler will be responsible for supporting long-range strategy, pursuing inorganic growth opportunities through TAP's strategic acquisition framework and serving as a TAP brand ambassador, Polaris said.

Mr. Adler joined TAP in 1994 and served in various areas of the business before being named TAP's president and CEO in 2005. Polaris acquired TAP — which includes off-road parts retailer 4 Wheel Parts and private brand tire distributor Pro Comp — in 2016.

Mr. Scanlon brings 14 years of executive experience at Polaris to his new job. He most recently was vice president and chief retail and marketing officer for Off-Road Vehicles (ORV) at Polaris. Prior to joining Polaris, he held sales and accounting roles at Ingersoll Rand.

Messrs. Adler and Scanlon will both report to Steve Eastman, president of aftermarket, parts, garments and accessories for Polaris.

"For more than 50 years, TAP has led the 4x4 Jeep and truck aftermarket thanks to the vision, leadership and passion of the Adler family," Mr. Eastman said. "As executive vice chairman, Greg's extensive industry knowledge, strategic insight, and strong relationships will continue to play a critical role in supporting the long-term success of the business."

"I have full confidence that TAP's market leadership will continue to grow and flourish with Craig at the helm," he continued. "Craig has an exceptional track record as a proven leader whose clear, strategic vision has been instrumental in helping to shape and grow Polaris' largest business segment. His dedication and passion, combined with his experience building brands and delivering results, makes him well equipped to accelerate growth and drive long-term success for TAP and Polaris."

Mr. Scanlon said he is "humbled" by opportunity to lead TAP, calling this an "exciting time for the 4x4 Jeep and truck aftermarket industry.

"TAP's history of industry leadership and culture of customer-first values have been core to its success. I look forward to building upon its strong foundation and continuing to drive momentum and stronger collaboration across all areas of the business including leveraging synergies resulting from the 2016 acquisition."

Mr. Adler, whose father George Adler founded TAP in 1961 as a source for Jeep parts, said Mr. Scanlon's "vision and enthusiasm leaves me feeling confident in his ability to honor both the Adler legacy and company vision of putting the customer first, while continuing to deliver growth for TAP and Polaris.

"Craig is inheriting an incredibly talented and dedicated team," he added. "The foundation is built for continued success under his highly experienced leadership."

TAP is considered a leader in the $10 billion-plus Jeep and truck accessory market. Among its brands are: Pro Comp; Rubicon Express; Smittybilt; Poison Spyder; G2; LRG and Trail Master.

Polaris claims TAP is the largest retailer and installer of parts and accessories for the off-road enthusiast market in North America, selling through its own retail and on-line network while also supporting numerous independent accessory retailers/installers.