New Executive Director at Petersen Museum

Terry Karges has been named Executive Director of the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles. Karges will succeed Buddy Pepp, who is retiring after a two-year stint that saw him implement significant contributions to the long-term stability and prosperity of the Museum.

“Terry is a very well qualified businessman with a strong management background that the Board of Directors feels will do a terrific job as the Petersen Automotive Museum Executive Director,” said Stephen Young, Petersen Automotive Museum Chairman of the Board. “In addition to being a Southern California native familiar with our unique car culture, Terry also has valuable experience leading sales and marketing operations for major California theme parks, which makes him the best candidate to lead the Museum in unique and exciting ways.”