Kelly Connolly Joins AAAS Board Of Directors

Kelly Connolly Joins AAAS Board Of Directors

“We are delighted to have an individual with Kelly Connolly's experience and knowledge join the AAAS board of directors. Kelly is a welcomed addition, and our association is stronger with her as part of our leadership team,” said AAAS Chairman Keith West.

Kelly Connolly, a third-generation family owner of Tri-States Automotive Warehouse headquartered in Marianna, Florida, recently joined to the Automotive Aftermarket Association Southeast board of directors.

AAAS Chairman Keith West of Auto Supply Co. in Bowdon, Georgia, appointed Connolly to an unexpired term on the board. In addition to being a longtime AAAS member, Connolly is an active participant in the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, serving on the Financial Advisory Committee and Operations Committee. Connolly also was recently named to the AWDA Board of Governors.

“We are delighted to have an individual with Kelly Connolly’s experience and knowledge join the AAAS board of directors. Kelly is a welcomed addition, and our association is stronger with her as part of our leadership team,” said West.

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