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NAE Names New Product and Marketing Manager

In March, Joseph Gillum joined National Automotive Experts as product and marketing manager. He previously served as an account executive for Assurant Solutions.

by Staff
May 28, 2013
1 min to read


CLEVELAND — Joseph Gillum joined National Automotive Experts as product and marketing manager in March. Prior to joining NAE, Gillum worked as an account executive for Assurant Solutions.

"We are very excited to have Joseph as part of our team, and we are positive he will help us continue to bring excellent products to the market for each of our valued agents and dealers," said Kelly Price, president of National Automotive Experts. "In order to remain competitive we must continue to innovate and adapt to the changing market conditions, a strong product portfolio is critical if you want maintain and grow your share in the market."

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While at Assurant, Gillum worked on the account management team and assisted in the creation and launch of new products and services for both third party administrators and OEMs.

“I have a true passion for the automotive industry and believe that NAE has a team of dedicated associates that share the same passion,” Gillum said. “NAE’s dedication to their clients truly sets them apart from their competition; I’m honored to join such a great company.”

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