O’Reilly Auto Parts recently concluded its 2023 Leadership Conference at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center in Dallas, Texas. This year’s theme was “One Team Reunited.” As part of the conference, various manufacturers were recognized for their support during 2022. Amalie Oil Company (AOCUSA) was recognized with a Supplier of the Year award.
Cory Blackburn, O’Reilly Auto Parts vice president of merchandise, commented that 2022 was a difficult year for the entire industry. He pointed out that Amalie Oil Co. exceeded expectations by offering exceptional support across all areas of the company. Cory also noted that Amalie Oil Co. achieved a 99% fill rate and partnered with O’Reilly to ensure that programs were complete, executed, and successful as they held themselves to high standards in all areas and had enabled O’Reilly Auto Parts to be successful.
“It is with great enthusiasm and pride that I’ve learned our company, Amalie Oil, has been awarded the O’Reilly Auto Parts prestigious Supplier of the Year 2022. On behalf of the hard-working men and women who make up our Amalie Team who, without them, this would never have become a reality, I say thank you with deepest gratitude,” said AOC President and CEO Harry Barkett.
AOCUSA is one of the largest family-owned lubricant manufacturers in North America.