Matt Sexton

Antioch Auto Parts - NAPA

Matt Sexton is the President of Antioch Auto Parts, an elite, independently owned and operated NAPA Auto Parts store located in Antioch, Illinois. Under Matt’s strategic leadership, this local institution has evolved from its foundational roots into a true automotive retail and wholesale powerhouse. Today, Antioch Auto Parts stands proudly as the single largest single-store NAPA operation in the entire Midwest and ranks among the top five single-store NAPA operations in the world. Managing a dedicated team of nearly 50 employees and a massive dispatch fleet of 24 delivery vehicles, Matt ensures that local drivers, DIY enthusiasts, and commercial repair shops within a 15-mile radius receive unmatched service, part availability, and technical expertise every single day.


A Foundation of Business and Leadership Excellence

Matt’s journey to leading one of the world's most successful independent auto parts operations is backed by a strong academic foundation. He earned his higher education from Bradley University, an institution renowned for fostering strong business acumen, leadership development, and operational strategy.


At Bradley University, Matt honed the critical analytical and management skills necessary to navigate complex supply chains, manage large-scale inventories, and lead high-performing teams. This rigorous academic background provided him with a modern framework for business growth, allowing him to successfully scale Antioch Auto Parts while maintaining the tight-knit, community-focused values established when the store was founded in 1963. By blending classical business training with decades of practical, hands-on experience, Matt has built an operation that can seamlessly serve thousands of retail and wholesale accounts simultaneously.


True Automotive Expertise and Supply Chain Mastery

As an automotive expert, Matt’s knowledge goes far beyond standard store management; he possesses a deep, comprehensive understanding of vehicle mechanics, replacement componentry, and the evolving landscape of automotive technology. Whether dealing with classic domestic builds or modern, highly sophisticated foreign imports, Matt’s specialized expertise ensures that Antioch Auto Parts maintains the absolute best inventory depth and breadth in the industry.


Matt’s primary areas of professional specialization include:


  • Enterprise-Scale Inventory Management: Overseeing an immense stock of automotive solutions, ranging from heavy-duty commercial fleet requirements to everyday consumer needs like batteries, professional-grade brake systems, and advanced ignition components.
  • Wholesale Distribution and Fleet Logistics: Coordinating a 24-vehicle delivery fleet to provide rapid, reliable parts deployment to mechanical shops, collision centers, and agricultural businesses across the region.
  • Premium Tools and Diagnostic Systems: Sourcing top-tier professional diagnostic gear, specialized shop tools, and battery maintenance systems to keep local repair bays operating at peak efficiency.
  • Automotive Fluids, Paints, and Refinishing: Curating full lines of conventional and advanced synthetic oils, hydraulic fluids, seasonal climate-control formulas, and professional body shop supplies.
  • Customer Loyalty Integration: Directing customer-centric initiatives, including full implementation of the NAPA Rewards buyer program, ensuring that clients receive premium value alongside elite parts.


Committed to Driving the Community Forward

For Matt, running a top-tier auto parts operation is about more than just numbers—it is about keeping his community moving safely. Under his guidance, Antioch Auto Parts operates under an industry-defying schedule, keeping its doors open 364 days a year (closing only on Christmas Day) to ensure that whether a customer faces an unexpected breakdown on a Sunday afternoon or a commercial garage needs a critical part on a weekday morning, his team is ready to deliver. Matt’s unwavering dedication to the automotive industry and his relentless focus on customer satisfaction have cemented his reputation as an influential leader in the automotive aftermarket industry.


When you need reliable parts, professional-grade tools, or expert advice to get your vehicle back on the road, you deserve to work with an industry leader who truly understands the business. Guided by Matt’s commitment to excellence, the team at Antioch Auto Parts is ready to assist you with an unparalleled selection and world-class service.


Don't let a missing component or a complex mechanical issue slow you down. Stop by our store today, browse our massive retail floor, or connect with our wholesale team through our online customer portal to secure the elite parts and dedicated support your vehicle needs!