Schwartz Advisors to Add J. Scott Huston as VP
Huston, with nearly 40 years in the automotive aftermarket, joins the firm's business development effort on December 1, 2026.
Updated on Nov. 2, 2026 in People
Schwartz Advisors has appointed J. Scott Huston as vice president, with the appointment taking effect December 1, 2026. Huston will focus primarily on business development for the firm, which serves companies in the motor vehicle aftermarket.
Why it matters
The hire adds a veteran of the automotive aftermarket to a firm that supports sponsors through M&A, manages sell-side transactions, and advises on strategic growth. Huston's background spans two decades at Mobility Global and eight years at DENSO.
Huston brings nearly 40 years of professional experience, including two decades at Mobility Global (formerly Polk/S&P Global) and eight years at DENSO. The announcement does not specify any revenue or deal targets assigned to his role.
The players
Schwartz Advisors
An advisory firm serving companies in the motor vehicle aftermarket, offering M&A sponsor support, sell-side transaction management, and strategic growth advice.
J. Scott Huston
An automotive aftermarket executive with nearly 40 years of experience, including roles at Mobility Global and DENSO, who is joining Schwartz Advisors as vice president.
The details
Schwartz Advisors announced the appointment on November 2, 2026. Huston graduated from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, and lives in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.
Timeline
November 2, 2026: Schwartz Advisors announces Huston's appointment.
December 1, 2026: Huston's appointment as vice president takes effect.
Industry Pedigree
Huston's two decades at Mobility Global, the automotive data firm formerly known as Polk/S&P Global, and eight years at DENSO give him a long track record inside the aftermarket. His move to Schwartz Advisors carries that experience into advisory work for companies in the same sector.
For customers and businesses working with motor vehicle aftermarket companies, a new business development lead can shape which firms Schwartz Advisors pursues and which clients it serves. The change does not alter products or pricing directly.
The takeaway
Executive hires in specialized sectors like automotive aftermarket often signal where advisory firms plan to focus their client development. Readers tracking the aftermarket can watch how Schwartz Advisors' business development efforts unfold under Huston's leadership.
Further reading
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