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Huayi Tire Canada Appoints Dave Hatch as Vice President of Sales and Operations

Huayi Tire Canada, Inc. (HTC), Canada’s marketer and distributor for Double Coin and associate brands tires, announces the appointment of Dave Hatch as vice president, sales and operations. Dave will succeed John Hagg, HTC’s long-time leader and dedicated employee, who is retiring.

Dave Hatch will oversee HTC’s national sales strategy, operations, and customer experience initiatives, supporting the company’s continued growth across Canada.

With over three decades of experience in the tire and automotive industries, Dave brings a proven record of leadership, innovation, and operational excellence. His extensive background includes senior executive roles at Dynamic Tire Inc., where he served as president and vice president of products.

Earlier in his career, Dave owned and operated Autocam for six years before selling the company to Coast Tire. He remained with Coast Tire following the acquisition, managing several locations and contributing to the company’s growth and expansion initiatives in Quebec.

“Dave’s extensive industry experience and deep market understanding make him an outstanding addition to our leadership team,” said Aaron Murphy, senior vice president of CMA/Double Coin. “His ability to connect strategic vision with operational execution will be instrumental as we continue to expand our presence in Canada and deliver exceptional value to our customers.”

“I’m excited to join Huayi Tire Canada and to work alongside a talented team dedicated to growth, innovation, and customer success,” said Dave Hatch. “Double Coin’s commitment to quality and performance aligns with my own approach to leadership and market development. I look forward to helping drive the next chapter of success for the brand in Canada.”

Dave is based in Varennes, Québec.

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