AutoZone names new cio, chief merchant

MEMPHIS, Tenn. AutoZone today announced that, effective immediately, Jon Bascom, vp of Information Technology, has been promoted to senior vp of Information Technology and cio. Additionally, Mark Finestone, vp of merchandising, has been promoted to senior vp of merchandising, effective immediately.

"With these promotions, we continue to strengthen our senior leadership team with seasoned and accomplished AutoZoners,'' said Bill Rhodes, chairman, president and ceo. "Jon and Mark have proven leadership abilities and their experiences will serve this company at a very high level for many years to come."

The company also announced Ken Brame, vp of  Information Technology and cio will retire from the company effective Jan. 11, 2008.