Automotive Parts Associates Announces New Board Member

Automotive Parts Associates Announces New Board Member

“With a career spanning more than 35 years in this industry, Gary is no novice,” said Steve Tucker, president of APA.

Automotive Parts Associates (APA) announced the appointment of Gary Thibault to the board of directors.

According to Thibault, his appointment is an opportunity to serve APA’s shareholders and members as well as working to ensure they receive the best products and prices.

“With a career spanning more than 35 years in this industry, Gary is no novice,” said Steve Tucker, president of APA. “I see him as an asset to our exceptional leadership team, and I know he will hit the ground running.”

Thibault joined The Partsman Inc. in 1990 and took ownership in 2001. The Partsman Inc. is located in Oshawa, Ontario, and serves customers Sunday through Saturday.

Automotive Parts Associates Inc. is a shareholder-owned cooperative made up of more than 475 independent auto parts distributor locations throughout North America. For more information about APA or about membership opportunities, visit APA.parts.

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