Chris Strappel joins FMI Automotive

Jan. 22, 2013
FMI has named aftermarket sales professional Chris Strappel as territory sales manager.

FMI has named aftermarket sales professional Chris Strappel as territory sales manager, it was announced by Casey Lee, president of FMI Automotive.

"We are very pleased to welcome Chris to FMI Automotive," said Lee. "Chris has a wide variety of sales experience in the traditional aftermarket at all levels, including working closely with WDs, jobbers and service technicians. We know Chris will hit the ground running and will be an immediate asset to our organization."

A resident of Panama City, Fla., Strappel attended Florida State University and Wake Forest University before beginning his career in the aftermarket. Prior to joining FMI Automotive, he held a variety of sales positions for such aftermarket companies as Eastern Industries, Gates Corporation and Hahn Automotive. 

"As we continue to expand our business, it is imperative to have an experienced and skilled sales person like Chris on our team to ensure that we provide the outstanding service, along with top quality parts, that our valued aftermarket customers expect each and every day," concluded Lee.

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