Thomas Clark Joins as President of Ascenso Tires North America Operations

Feb 22, 2024

Ascenso Tires has announced Thomas Clark will assume the role of president of Ascenso Tires North America (ATNA) effective Feb, 14, 2024. Clark brings with him a three-decade-long career, marked by progressive responsibilities at companies such as Michelin and Carlstar Group, spanning across various countries and continents including the United States, Mexico and India. In his new capacity, Clark will oversee and manage operations in the United States and Canada.

In conjunction with this transition, Marty Bezbatchenko will assume responsibility as Chief Executive Officer, continuing to provide invaluable support to ATNA business operations and offer guidance to the ATNA team, leveraging his extensive industry expertise and experience.

Over the past 3 years, Mahansaria Tyres Private Limited (MTPL) has continued to broaden its organization marked by its global expansion across 100+ countries, product line comprising over 700 SKUs and a three-fold increase in its workforce.

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