MICHAEL WAMSLEY NAMED REPRESENTATIVE OF THE YEAR BY TIMKEN

Allison Reid • November 22, 2019

ATLANTA, Georgia – Nov. 2019 – Michael Wamsley, regional manager for N.A. Williams, has been named “Representative of the Year” by the Timken Company. Timken, a global leader in bearings and power transmission products, honored Wamsley for his strong work ethic that resulted in successful new business for Timken.


Timken recognized its manufacturers’ sales representatives for their outstanding service in 2019 with Automotive Aftermarket Manufacturers Representative Awards. Timken presented the awards to the winners at the start of the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas.


“Michael goes above and beyond the expectations of Timken and his customers,” said Brett Blauner, national sales manager for the automotive aftermarket for Timken. “We appreciate his support and the great relationships he has formed.”


About N.A. Williams
N.A. Williams Company is a leading manufacturers’ representative firm that provides sales, marketing, research, training, call center, and merchandising services to the North American auto care and commercial vehicle industry. The firm serves manufacturers, retailers and distributors of automotive & heavy duty replacement parts, chemicals, accessories, tools and equipment. Founded in 1934, N.A. Williams is headquartered in Atlanta, GA, with six satellite offices and over one hundred associates. For more information, visit www.nawilliams.com.

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