about-us - Midwest Wheel
100+
Years in Business
10
Locations
300K+
Parts Available
30M+
Inventory On Hand
Who We Are
Midwest Wheel is one of the nation’s largest truck parts distributors, supplying fleets, dealers, body builders, and owner-operators with the parts and expertise they count on. As an employee-owned company, every order is personal — our people are empowered to solve problems, move fast, and do what’s right for our customers.
- Same-day shipping on many items
- Light, medium & heavy-duty coverage
- Broad catalog of leading brands and OE partners
Employee Ownership, Customer First
Ownership drives accountability. Our ESOP culture rewards long-term relationships, craftsmanship, and service that feels personal.
Service
Real people, real expertise. We help you find the right part fast.
Availability
Deep inventory and a broad brand portfolio to keep you moving.
Speed
Same-day shipping and efficient will-call service at our branches.
Integrity
We do what’s right — for customers, co-owners, and communities.
Leadership
Mike Callison, Jr.
Chief Executive Officer
Ben Umthun
Chief Financial Officer / Treasurer
Steve McEnany
Senior Vice President
Jerry Bender
Vice President
Joel Mattox
Vice President
Alex Stein
Vice President
Industry Involvement
We are proud members of these industry organizations and actively participate on several advisory councils.
Our Story
- 1911 — Midwest Wheel founded in Des Moines, IA.
- 1970s–2000s — Expansion across the Midwest with a growing branch network.
- 2010s — Invested in eCommerce, logistics, and inventory availability.
- Today — Employee-owned, customer-obsessed, and recognized 3× as Distributor of the Year.
How can we help?
From heavy-duty to light truck, our team is ready.