Merter Mert is a seasoned parts manager with 14 years of hands-on experience across ICE and EV service operations, currently leading parts for Kia and Volvo at Karp Auto. He helped build Tesla’s early Parts Response Team, traveled extensively to standardize parts processes, and co-authored curriculum still in use—demonstrating rare cross-functional skills in operations, training, and process design. At Rivian he led inventory planning and facility setup for a 40,000 sq ft service center supporting commercial delivery fleets, ensuring minimal downtime for customers. He also founded and scaled a global lifestyle and events brand, applying logistics, talent development, and large-scale event management to grow attendance into the thousands. Comfortable bridging technical vehicle needs with people and supply-chain management, he brings a practical mix of automotive expertise, teaching experience, and entrepreneurial drive. Based in Town of Babylon, NY, he notably balances corporate parts leadership with continued independent ventures in entertainment and brand building.
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