MONROE, Ind. — Tire wholesaler Zurcher Tire Inc. has named Brian Summers its new president, and announced the departure of two top executives, Carson Cornelius and Roger Cornelius.
Chief Operating Officer Carson Cornelius is stepping down to focus on family, the company said.
After Zurcher Tire acquired Statewide Tire in 2021, Cornelius helped to coordinate the merger, he transitioned additional acquisitions into the Zurcher Tire family and created an environment of success, the company said.
“Carson has played a pivotal role in our success, and his leadership will be greatly missed. We thank him for his dedication and contributions to Zurcher Tire,” the company said.
Additionally, Zurcher announced that Roger Cornelius, the founder of Statewide Tire who joined the company after the merger, will retire from Zurcher Tire.
“Roger's legacy of leadership and commitment to our values has left an indelible mark on our team and operations,” the company said. “It was Roger’s efforts to create a scalable culture that led to the success of Statewide and contributed to the further success of Zurcher Tire. We extend our deepest gratitude for his years of service and wish him the best in his retirement.”
In light of these announcements, Brian Summers was named the new president of Zurcher Tire.
“Brian brings a wealth of experience with a major manufacturer and a proven track record in the tire industry,” Zurcher Tire said. “We are confident that his vision, energy and expertise will continue to drive our mission of building a dynamic and successful wholesale business.
Mark Zurcher will continue to serve as the CEO of Zurcher Tire.
“We look forward to the future with optimism and are committed to maintaining the strong relationships we have built with our valued vendors and industry partners,” the company said. “Thank you for your continued support as we embark on this new chapter at Zurcher Tire.”
