CVSN To Honor Five Industry Leaders As 2014 President's Award Recipients - aftermarketNews

CVSN To Honor Five Industry Leaders As 2014 President’s Award Recipients

In 2014, the CVSN board of directors is proud to honor, posthumously, five industry leaders and visionaries who, through their quiet and humble ways, left an indelible mark on the heavy-duty industry.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The CVSN President’s Award, established by CVSN Past President Ken Duval of Canadian Wheel, recognizes those individuals who have contributed greatly to the heavy-duty aftermarket as well as their commitment to community and fellowship.  
 
In 2014, the CVSN board of directors is proud to honor, posthumously, the following industry leaders and visionaries who, through their quiet and humble ways, left an indelible mark on the heavy-duty industry:
 
·      Phil Raymond – Parts For Trucks
·      Dave Robblee – Six Robblees’
·      Bo Willis – CRW Parts
·      Richard Andrews – Stemco
·      Mike McGrath – SKF
 
In announcing the selection of this year’s recipients, Dave Willis, CVSN president and CEO of CRW Parts said, “Let us never forget those great leaders who selflessly gave of themselves, with very little fanfare, to help make our industry better and stronger for the next generation. These five leaders embody the spirit of humility, honesty and integrity that makes this industry such a wonderful place to work.”
 
The awards will be presented on Monday, Sept. 15 during the opening general session at the CVSN Aftermarket Distribution Summit, which takes place Sept. 13-17 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tenn.
 
To learn more about the Summit and CVSN or becoming a member, visit www.cvsn.org.
 
 

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