The Automotive Communications Council (ACC) has named Tom Marx the 2025 recipient of the prestigious ACC IMPACT Award, the organization’s highest honor recognizing innovation, leadership and long-term contributions to automotive communications.
Marx was formally honored at the recent ACC Headwaters Conference held in Minneapolis, celebrating his decades of impact in automotive communications.
With more than 30 years of strategic marketing and client management experience, Marx has made lasting impacts across automotive, heavy-duty parts, motorsports and tech. The ACC praised Marx not only for his technical and business acumen, but also for his hands-on leadership style and reputation as a mentor. His early work as a Porsche service center owner and automotive tester has given him a grounded understanding of customer needs that continues to guide his professional endeavors today.
Marx previously served as president of ACC and remains an active force in the industry through groups like the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), Auto Care Association (formerly AAIA) and MEMA. His consistent involvement in these communities demonstrates his commitment to advancing the field.
Marx’s recognition by ACC is a direct reflection of the qualities he brings to his role as a Senior Partner at Hart Marx Advisors. He advises buyers and sellers on how to unlock maximum value from their deals—drawing from the same innovative mindset and hands-on leadership that earned him the ACC IMPACT Award.
Whether designing integration strategies, guiding high-stakes negotiations or fostering synergy in newly merged companies, Marx continues to be a trusted leader and strategist in the automotive communications space. His deep understanding of both the technical and human sides of the business has proven invaluable to HMA clients navigating complex transactions.
About the ACC IMPACT Award
The ACC IMPACT Award stands for Innovation, Mentorship, Professionalism, Achievement, Commitment and Tenacity. Honorees are recognized as:
- Innovative thinkers
- Inspirational leaders
- Tireless advocates for growth
HMA congratulates Tom Marx on this well-deserved recognition and is proud to have his expertise and vision driving continued success for HMA clients and the broader automotive communications industry.
For more details about the ACC IMPACT Award or the Automotive Communications Council, visit www.acc-online.org