Advance Auto names head of Midwest store ops

ROANOKE, Va. — Advance Auto Parts has announced the promotion of Markus Hockenson to SVP store operations effective April 1. Hockenson will be responsible for providing strategic direction and leadership to the company’s Midwestern operations, which includes more than 1,200 stores. Hockenson will report to Carl Hauch, SVP national operations and will be based in Denver, Colorado. “Markus has a true passion for the foundational elements of our business which includes our commitment to service and our Values. He has a wealth of experience and knowledge leading retail and commercial sales and operations. We look forward to Markus’ leadership