Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP), a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider in North America that serves both professional installers and do-it-yourself customers, today announced that it has appointed Jeff Vining as executive vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary, effective March 2, 2025. In this role, Mr. Vining will be responsible for all aspects of the Company’s legal, corporate governance, and compliance functions. Jeff will report directly to Shane O’Kelly, president and chief executive officer.
Tammy Finley, who currently serves in this role, is retiring and will stay with Advance in an advisory capacity to support the transition. Tammy spent 27 years at Advance in the legal, human resources, and communications functions. She was vital in leading the company through almost three decades of growth and change management, and most recently, the divestiture of the Worldpac business.
“Jeff’s experience in supporting successful business transformations and driving efficiencies is critical for the success of our strategic action plan,” O’Kelly said. “We are thankful for Tammy’s many contributions over the years along with her passion for Advance and our team members. We wish her all the best as she retires.”
Mr. Vining brings more than 20 years of deep legal expertise within publicly traded companies, including key areas such as corporate governance, M&A, risk management, labor and employment, and litigation. Most recently, Mr. Vining served as general counsel and secretary at Unifi, Inc., where he was responsible for the company’s global legal functions and ensuring compliance with corporate governance requirements. A significant portion of his career was spent at Lowe’s Companies, Inc., where he served in senior roles including senior vice president, deputy general counsel, chief compliance officer, and assistant secretary. At Lowe’s, Mr. Vining’s passion for protecting the brand played a critical role in managing litigation, complex transactions, compliance, and enterprise risk management, while leading a team of more than 75 professionals.
Mr. Vining received his Doctorate of Jurisprudence at the University of Richmond School of Law in Richmond, Virginia, and his Bachelor of Science from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia.