NAE/NWAN Names New President
David Neuenschwander was promoted from vice president to president after becoming an equity partner of both companies. He succeeds Kelly Price, who will now serve as CEO.
STRONGSVILLE, Ohio — F&I product provider National Automotive Experts/NWAN Inc. announced on Wednesday the promotion of and partnership with David Neuenschwander.
The seven-year company veteran was promoted from vice president to president after becoming an equity partner of both companies, NAE and NWAN. Kelly Price, who served as president, will now become CEO.
“David has become an invaluable asset to both organizations, and I am honored to have him as my partner and serve as president of both NAE and NWAN,” Price said. “His leadership, passion and obsession with customer service and innovation made this decision an easy one.”
Prior to joining NAE/NWAN, Neuenschwander held numerous position during his 13-year career working for Zurich North America.
“I am humbled to become a partner and the president of NAE/NWAN. I knew when I started that this was a special company with tremendous potential,” he said. “During my time, I have watched the company grow and thrive, and I couldn’t be more excited about our future and our positioning within the industries we serve. I look forward to making NAE/NWAN a long-term legacy company that is survived long past my leadership efforts.”
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