Driven Distribution Group Appoints Matt Johnson as CEO

Accomplished automotive aftermarket executive to lead Driven Distribution’s next phase of growth

November 19, 2024 — Driven Distribution Group is excited to announce the appointment of Matt Johnson as Chief Executive Officer. A seasoned automotive aftermarket executive, Matt brings a proven track record of scaling businesses, driving strategic growth, and building operational excellence.

This announcement follows Driven Distribution Group’s recent acquisition of Chicago Parts & Sound (CPS) and the ongoing success of Tri-State Enterprises. Under Matt’s leadership, the company will continue to focus on delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service, ensuring each of its brands becomes the “First Call” for their customers—setting a new benchmark for service and reliability.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Matt to the Driven Distribution family,” said Scott Gibaratz, Partner. “His expertise and leadership align perfectly with our mission to empower our brands to lead their markets by providing best-in-class service and unmatched reliability.”

Most recently, Matt served as CEO of EiKO Global and held leadership roles at Pep Boys, Parts Authority, and Altrom Group. His deep expertise in managing growth, integrating multi-unit companies, and driving operational excellence will be instrumental in the company’s continued success.

“I’m honored to join Driven Distribution Group at such a pivotal time,” said Johnson. “With a strong foundation of growth, innovation, and customer trust built by Tri-State and CPS, I look forward to driving our mission forward and helping each brand lead the way in the automotive aftermarket industry.”

Driven Distribution Group is dedicated to empowering its brands to deliver unmatched service, reliability, and innovation to customers across the automotive aftermarket distribution industry.