Carl Shanks

Carl Shanks currently serves as a Senior Account Manager for Aftermarket at Idemitsu Lubricants America since March 2025, focusing on customer satisfaction and sales management. Prior to this role, Carl held the position of Vice President of Sales at EMPI Inc. from July 2022 to December 2024, emphasizing shareholder value and new business development. Between November 2008 and July 2022, Carl managed heavy-duty aftermarket and OE/OES sales at DENSO Products & Services Americas, where responsibilities included industry training and enhancing shareholder value. Carl also served as National Sales Manager during this time, further demonstrating expertise in sales management. Earlier in career, Carl worked at Automotive & Heavy Duty Markets from February 1987 to November 2008, taking on roles such as VP/Director of Marketing & Sales and National Sales & Marketing Manager, gaining experience with various manufacturing companies. Carl holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communications - Radio & TV from San José State University.