Richey Trey Owen, YEN Member Insights, October 2009

Richey Trey Owen, SEMA YEN Member of the Month, October 2009Name: Richey Trey Owen
Title: GM
Company: Earl Owen Co.
Address: 334 N. Hall St.
City, State, Zip: Dallas, TX 75226
Phone: 214-747-7549
Fax: 214-748-5124
E-Mail: ro3@earlowen.com
Web Site: www.earlowen.com

How many years have you been with your current company?
I have been with Earl Owen Co. my whole life. As for a full time position it has been around 7 years.

Years spent working in the automotive aftermarket?
I have worked in the automotive aftermarket 7 plus years.

How did you first begin to work in the automotive aftermarket?
The family business was the thing to do.

Did you have a mentor in the industry?  
Yes

If yes, and you’re comfortable sharing, who and why?
I have had many mentors in this industry. Earl Owen has been the most important mentor to me. He has been in the industry for over 57 years and he has a wealth of knowledge. I am blessed to be working for such a man and I still get to work with him everyday.

What is the most satisfying aspect about your work?
The most satisfying aspect of my work is seeing ideas come to fruition.

What are your major professional accomplishments, memberships, areas of service?
Last year I finished my MBA in finance from SMU.  

Personal information regarding marriage, children, interests:
I am married to my wonderful wife Amy and we have two twin girls, Reese and Riley.