Arnold Gacita Jr. serves as the Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Petra Automotive Products, a leading manufacturer of premium automotive chemicals and service solutions. With over a decade of hands-on leadership in the automotive aftermarket, Arnold Jr. is recognized for driving national sales performance, developing strategic OEM and dealership partnerships, and elevating Petra’s brand presence across North America and beyond.

 

Arnold Jr. began his journey at Petra from the ground up, gaining a deep understanding of the industry by working across departments before stepping into a leadership role. Today, he oversees a sales network spanning thousands of dealerships, service centers, and distribution partners. Under his guidance, Petra has expanded its footprint into new markets, strengthened its OEM relationships—including with Hyundai, Genesis, and Stellantis—and built a reputation for high-quality training, service, and support.

 

His strategic vision combines product innovation with field execution, ensuring Petra’s partners are equipped not just with superior products, but with the tools and training to drive profitability and customer retention.