Automotive Parts Headquarters Inc. (APH) announced it recognized outstanding supplier achievements from 2022 at its annual Winter Conference held at the River’s Edge Convention Center in St. Cloud, Minnesota, amongst a record crowd of 500 storeowners, managers, salespeople, suppliers, guests and store support center staff.
The following awards were presented by Corey Bartlett, CEO of APH; Kevin Mack, vice president of merchandising at APH; and Jim Becker, merchandising manager at APH.
–Rising Star – MPA
–Spirit of APH – Milwaukee
–Outstanding Training Support – Standard Motor Products
–Outstanding Technology Support – Dorman Products
–Outstanding Marketing Support – Valvoline
–Outstanding Sales Support – Gates
–BENCO Equipment Supplier of the Year – Castair
–Refinish Supply Co. Supplier of the Year – Axalta
–APH Supplier of the Year – East Penn Manufacturing
“We’re pleased to recognize our top suppliers for their outstanding support of our organization,” said Bartlett. “Strong partnerships, like the ones we have with SMP, Dorman, Valvoline, Gates, MPA, Milwaukee, East Penn, Castair and Axalta are essential for our continued growth. We really appreciate the significant efforts these companies put forth to help us grow our business, and we’re delighted to once again celebrate their accomplishments.”
