Ford Motor Co., Visteon veteran to help GPS develop automotive aftermarket channel GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 30
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 30 /PRNewswire/ -- GuidePoint Systems, a leading
national supplier of GPS-based stolen vehicle recovery services, today
announced automotive aftermarket veteran Richard J. Zeichner as its new Vice
President of Sales.
The Pontiac, Mich.-based telematics company said Zeichner will lead its
efforts to expand sales in the automotive aftermarket. Zeichner brings nearly
20 years experience in sales and marketing, management, strategic planning and
business development in the automotive industry. He joined Guidepoint from
Atlanta-based Numerex Corp., following nearly a decade at Ford Motor Co. and
Visteon Corp.
"Rich is a key addition to the Guidepoint team," said Rand Mueller, chief
executive officer and co-founder. "His knowledge of 'what works' for new car
dealers, F&I professionals and automotive expediters should be a boon for our
existing business partners as well as others interested in the unique profit
opportunity in the stolen vehicle recovery, driver safety and fleet management
categories."
Sold through more than 1,500 new and pre-owned dealerships nationwide,
Guidepoint integrates GPS, advanced wireless technology, the Web and 24/7/365
response centers to deliver a variety of services to vehicle owners and fleet
managers. Rated the #1 stolen vehicle tracking solution in 2007 by
international research firm Frost & Sullivan, Guidepoint also offers a variety
of driver safety, convenience, fleet management and vehicle tracking services.
About GuidePoint Systems
GPSi develops and markets telematics solutions for the automotive and
powersports markets. Based in Pontiac, Michigan, GPSi draws on more than
three decades of experience supplying mobile electronics to the automotive
aftermarket, as well as 15 years experience in vehicle tracking. The Company's
Guidepoint(TM) telematics service, which is available through leading auto
dealers in the United States and Mexico, lets drivers access a range of
safety, security and convenience options including 24/7 vehicle tracking,
emergency dispatch, towing and more. Visit www.guidepointsystems.com or call
1-877-GPS-FIND for more information.
SOURCE GuidePoint Systems
