Northwood University recently honored the recipients of its 2026 Automotive Aftermarket Management Education Awards on Nov. 3, during an awards luncheon at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo in Las Vegas.

As shared in a recent press release, this year’s honorees are:

• Robert Roos, president and CEO of The Pronto Network
• Shawn Senior, chief executive officer of Eastern Warehouse Distributors\
• Jessica Toliuszis, vice president of national accounts at Highline Warren
• Keith Zar, managing partner of Schwartz Advisors and principal of KAZ Enterprises

Four Northwood students—Elijah Smith, Kennedy Polzin, Kennedy Williams and Charlie Baur—were selected to present awards during the luncheon. Fellow students Caleb Robinson and Chase Tesluck also assisted with the ceremony.

Their involvement was part of a larger Northwood University delegation attending AAPEX 2026, where students gained hands-on experience working alongside leading automotive aftermarket companies, exploring emerging industry trends, and building relationships with professionals from around the world.

“These honorees exemplify the leadership, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit that have long defined the automotive aftermarket,” said Dr. Dave Oventhal, director of the Center for Automotive & Mobility Studies and Subaru of New England Professor of Automotive Strategy at Northwood University. “Their success is impressive, but equally important is their willingness to share their knowledge, mentor emerging professionals and invest in the people who will lead this industry into the future. We are grateful for their contributions and pleased to recognize their achievements.”