Proimos inducted into Federated Vendor Hall of Fame

STAUNTON, Va. (June 24, 2015) — Vange Proimos, executive chairman of AP Exhaust Products, has been inducted into the Federated Auto Parts Vendor Hall of Fame.

Bo Fisher, CEO of Fisher Auto Parts and chairman of Federated Auto Parts, called Mr. Proimos “a passionate man who has changed our industry by challenging himself and everyone around him to be better, faster and more competitive in everything they do.

“This is a well-deserved honor for someone who has made tremendous contributions to the success of Federated and its members. He truly exemplifies what this award is all about.”

With more than 40 years of experience in the auto care industry, Mr. Proimos serves as executive director of Goldsboro, N.C.-based AP Exhaust. Federated said that through his leadership, “the company has seen significant growth over the years and is a well-known aftermarket leader. True to his ideals as an entrepreneur, (Mr.) Proimos has developed strong customer relationships while providing strategic direction on product needs and process improvements.

He was recently appointed to the board of directors of Centric Parts, an aftermarket brake systems and replacement parts supplier, and has a long history as an industry advocate, having served on the boards of a number of industry trade associations.

Federated said its Vendor Hall of Fame recognizes one individual each year “who demonstrates dedication to excellence, helping make a difference for Federated and its members.”

For a list of recent inductees, click here.http://www.federatedautoparts.com/HallOfFame.aspx

Staunton-based Federated is one of North America's largest auto parts distribution and marketing organizations.