CCAR AND SHIPMATE - Key Persons


Charles Ayers - President

Job Titles:
  • President

Ed Foulke

Job Titles:
  • OSHA Administrator
OSHA Administrator Ed Foulke signed an Alliance renewal between the agency and the Coordinating Committee for Automotive Repair (CCAR). Originally signed in February 2004, the agreement focuses on workplace vehicle safety, abrasive wheel machinery and ergonomics. The renewal expands the scope of the agreement to address hexavalent chromium issues.

Katherine Henmueller

Job Titles:
  • Manager of Programs and Operations

Patti Hughes

Job Titles:
  • Customer Service
Patti came to CCAR as a part-time team mate, but was quickly offered a full-time position after only a few short months. Immediately prior to CCAR, Patti worked for Midas International for 14 years upholding and enforcing the company's warranty policy and procedures. In total, she has been involved in front line and management customer service positions in various capacities for over 30 years. Originally from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan (yes, she's a "yooper"), Patti has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Travel and Tourism Management from Michigan State University and an Associate Degree in Business Administration from Bay de Noc Community College.