First Priority Group: Leadership Team

Alex Cherepakhov

First Priority Group, CEO

As a business owner and entrepreneur, Alex believes the core elements of any successful business include creating trust, living an intentional culture and focusing on the growth of the people and the business. Ever since Alex started his first business at sixteen years old, he believes that the entrepreneurial spirit and innovation drive the economy. Hard work and dedication to a purpose and mission that is bigger than one’s own is what led Alex to where he is today.

Alex spent the first 20 years of his career on Wall Street and learned how to assess and improve businesses and their bottom line. Companies that deliver value consistently to their employees, clients, partners and community are the ones positioned to leave a true impact on the world.

Ken Clark

Vice President, EMS Sales

With over 30 years in emergency services, Ken has diverse experience in both emergency medical services and firefighting. As VP EMS Division, Ken is responsible for sales and product management activities of major product lines for regional distributor of ambulances and specialty vehicles. Under Ken’s leadership, the EMS sales team has opened new markets, and improved new product development. The EMS division has consistently been named “Dealer of the Year” by a number of our manufacturing partners during Ken’s tenure. Ken earned a BS degree in Business Administration from Slippery Rock University.

Adam Grecco

Vice President, Conversion Sales

Adam joined First Priority after a 15 year career at Odyssey Automotive Specialty, where he acquired skills in direct sales, marketing, and technical support. He is a versatile and accomplished professional with a proven and time-tested record of transforming complex technical challenges into business growth solutions for driving operational efficiency, accelerating sales growth, and strengthening market position. Adam is a consummate customer relationship manager with a reputation for instilling confidence, credibility, and trust with the most demanding clients to ensure long-term and highly profitable business relationships. Adam graduated from Ramapo College of New Jersey with a BA degree in Communications.

Jim Korotki

Chief Operating Officer

James Korotki began his career with the New York Police Department's Fleet Services Division in January 2002. Throughout his tenure, he demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and a deep understanding of the industry. In October 2005, he was promoted to Supervisor and assigned to the Technical Services and Warranty/Contracts Offices of the Fleet Services Division. In May 2018, Mr. Korotki was promoted to Deputy Director, where he successfully oversaw several critical units within the Division, including Warranty/Contracts, New Car Section, Salvage Section, Special Projects, and Specification Development.

Ken Rudnicky

Vice President, Manufacturing

Ken joined First Priority in 2013, bringing over 25 years of experience in emergency vehicle design, manufacturing, and maintenance. Ken serves as production manager for First Priority’s Conversions, Light Rescue, Fleet Vehicle, and Custom Cabinet product lines in the Flanders, NJ facility. Prior to joining First Priority, Ken worked for Odyssey Automotive Specialty in various roles including operations supervisor and production manager. Ken also served two years as Fleet Manager for Jersey City Medical Center where he was responsible for all aspects of the emergency vehicle fleet in New Jersey’s busiest EMS system.

XiXi Qinhui Shen

Director of Finance

Growing up in multi-cultural background, XiXi received her Master’s Degree with distinction in International Accounting and Finance from University of Strathclyde, Scotland. She is a Certified Management Accountant and a member of the Association of Charted Certified Accountant with extensive knowledge in US GAAP, IFRS and ERP system. Through her energy and commitment, combined with her talent, she has enjoyed a rapid career progression during her time with the company. She oversees the finance department and constantly works on streamlining company operating process through better utilization of Epicor ERP system.

David Rapaport

General Counsel

Mr. Rapaport has been a practicing lawyer since 1966 and for most of that time has specialized in capital formation for small to mid-size companies. He currently serves as general Counsel and Secretary for First Priority Group. During the last 40 years he has held C-level positions and directorships at several public and private companies including Chief International Counsel to the Sun Seven Stars Group, a worldwide media and entertainment company; National Patent Development Corp, a diversified company with interests in growth technologies; and Duratek Corp, a nuclear services firm. Mr. Rapaport is admitted to practice law in both Georgia and New York.

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