Scott Heide
About Scott Heide
Scott Heide serves as the General Manager at Advance Auto Parts, a position he has held since 2017. He has a diverse background in retail management and education, with experience at The Home Depot and a strong academic foundation in Health and Physical Education and Sports Management from West Virginia University.
Work at Advance Auto Parts
Scott Heide has held the position of General Manager at Advance Auto Parts since 2017, overseeing operations in the Midlothian, Virginia Area. Prior to this role, he served as General Manager from 2015 to 2017 in the Hopewell, Virginia Area and from 2013 to 2015 in the Petersburg, Virginia Area. His experience at Advance Auto Parts spans several years, contributing to the company's operational management and customer service initiatives.
Previous Experience at The Home Depot
Scott Heide worked at The Home Depot as an Assistant Store Manager for two separate periods. His first tenure was from 2003 to 2004 in the Midlothian, Virginia Area, followed by a second period from 2004 to 2006 in the Short Pump, Virginia Area. In these roles, he was responsible for assisting in store management and enhancing customer experiences.
Background in Sports and Event Management
Before his management roles in retail, Scott Heide worked as a Gameday Usher for the Richmond Flying Squirrels from 2010 to 2012. This position involved managing guest experiences during baseball games, contributing to event operations and customer engagement.
Education and Expertise
Scott Heide earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health and Physical Education/Fitness from West Virginia University, where he studied from 1980 to 1985. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science (MS) in Sports Management from the same institution, completing his studies in 1986. His educational background supports his expertise in management and physical education.
High School Education
Scott Heide completed his high school education at Kinnelon High School, where he studied in the College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program. He graduated with a High School Diploma in 1980, laying the foundation for his future academic and professional pursuits.