Wes Wise Joins AACF Board of Trustees

Wes Wise Joins AACF Board of Trustees

Wise is vice president, professional sales for O’Reilly Auto Parts. 

The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) has announced the election of Wes Wise to its board of trustees. Wise is vice president, professional sales for O’Reilly Auto Parts. 

Wise joined O’Reilly in 1991 as a merchandising specialist at store 4039-Springfield, Missouri. He held many different management positions within the organization and after completing his master’s degree he relocated to O’Reilly corporate headquarters and was promoted to his present position in January 2022.

“Wes has many years of experience from the store level up and is well connected in the automotive aftermarket,” said Larry Magee, president of AACF. “He is passionate about helping people and will bring another strong voice to our growing board of directors. AACF is very fortunate to have Wes contributing his time and talent to the growth of the foundation.”

Wise added, “To be a part of an organization that truly makes significant impacts to families in the automotive aftermarket is truly an honor.” 

For more information or how to get involved, contact Joel Ayres at [email protected].

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