PWA Announces the 2016 Pioneer Award Winner as Paul Van Woensel - Engine Builder Magazine

PWA Announces the 2016 Pioneer Award Winner as Paul Van Woensel

PWA has congratulated Paul Van Woensel for being named PWA’s 2016 Pioneer of the Year. The Pioneer Award is voted on by active PWA board of directors in recognition of outstanding contributions to the automotive aftermarket distribution system and in appreciation of conscientious dedication to the industry.

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PWA has congratulated Paul Van Woensel for being named PWA’s 2016 Pioneer of the Year. The Pioneer Award is voted on by active PWA board of directors in recognition of outstanding contributions to the automotive aftermarket distribution system and in appreciation of conscientious dedication to the industry.

Paul, president of Engine & Performance Warehouse, Inc., headquartered in Denver has a great passion for the automotive aftermarket business. He has labored to be a good steward of our industry and contributed significant time and effort to the furtherance of our industry’s goals.

During his entire career, Paul has been a well-recognized and an active industry participant and supporter. Paul has served on behalf of numerous industry associations including the Performance Warehouse Association (PWA) Board of Directors.

“The Pioneer award is a very special honor given to the industry leaders who built PWA and the automotive distribution system. Paul represents what a true leader is and PWA is fortunate he continues to serve PWA’s membership,” said Tracie Nunez, president of Performance Warehouse Association.

“Thanks to PWA and its members. An award is always more special when it comes from your peers,” said Paul Van Woensel.

For more information: www.pwa-par.org.

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