LKQ Corp. Appoints James Metcalf to Board of Directors

LKQ Corporation has appointed James S. Metcalf to its board of directors as a new independent director, effective Dec. 11, as part of the board’s ongoing refreshment process.

The company also announced that Dominick Zarcone has decided not to stand for re-election and will retire from the board when his term expires in connection with the company’s 2025 Annual Meeting.

Following the 2025 Annual Meeting, the board will consist of 10 directors, nine of whom are independent.

“Our board is committed to active and ongoing refreshment to ensure it has the right mix of skills and experiences to provide effective oversight and guidance of the company’s strategy, with the goal of producing long-term value for its shareholders,” said Guhan Subramanian, chairman of LKQ. “To this end, we are excited to welcome Jim to LKQ’s board as a proven leader who brings significant experience as both a public company chief executive officer and board member. Jim’s leadership experience in business strategy and operational excellence will further enhance the depth, knowledge and skill sets represented on our board.”

Metcalf previously served as chairman and chief executive officer of Cornerstone Building Brands Inc., a North American building products manufacturer, and previously held various roles at USG Corporation.

He earned a Master of Business Administration degree from Pepperdine University and a bachelor’s in criminal justice and pre-law from The Ohio State University.

“Finally, on behalf of the board, I would also like to thank Nick for his leadership and invaluable contributions as an executive and director of LKQ, and we wish him the very best in his retirement from LKQ,” Subramanian stated.

LKQ Corp. is the parent company of Keystone Automotive Operations.