BOWIE, Md.—The Tire Industry Association has announced the retirement of Roy Littlefield III as government affairs consultant and Dave Zielasko as communications consultant.
Littlefield III has served as a government affairs consultant for TIA since stepping down as executive vice president and CEO of TIA in 2021. During his tenure at the helm of TIA (2003-21), the association experienced sustained growth and expansion in membership and training, TIA said.
Roy Littlefield III
Littlefield played a pivotal role in advancing TIA's interests on the legislative front going back to his previous roles with the National Tire Dealers and Retreaders Association and the International Tire & Rubber Association, the association said.
His career included four years of Capitol Hill experience and key roles in successful legislative initiatives, most notably voluntary tire registration.
Zielasko
Zielasko joined TIA as vice president of marketing and communications after retiring in 2019 as vice president at Crain Communications Inc. as well as editorial director and publisher of Tire Business and Rubber News.
"I have had the privilege of working alongside Roy and Dave for many years as they shared their expertise and dedication to the tire industry," TIA CEO Dick Gust said.
"Their collective efforts have not only ensured the industry's effective representation across various governmental levels but have also significantly elevated standards in tire safety and professionalism through strategic initiatives in training, marketing, and communication."
Maggie Blevins has been named marketing and communications manager, while Roy Littlefield IV will serve as vice president of government affairs.
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