Mike Fiorito, vice president of KYB Americas Corporation, has been honored as the 2012 Federated Auto Parts Vendor Hall of Fame inductee. 

“We want to congratulate Mike for this well-deserved recognition,” said Larry Pavey, president of Federated Auto Parts. “I have had the privilege of knowing Mike for many years and there is no one who cares more about Federated and our members than Mike. He has personally made tremendous contributions to the success of Federated and our Co-Man operation. In short, Mike exemplifies what the Federated Vendor Hall of Fame is all about.”

Fiorito began his aftermarket career back in 1981 with Parker Hannifin’s Edelmann Division. He joined Brake Parts Inc. in 1988 and held a variety of sales and marketing positions before being promoted to vice president of key accounts. Following the company’s sale to Affinia, Fiorito served as vice president of sales for the Affinia Under Vehicle Group.  In 2006, he joined KYB as director of business development before assuming his current position of vice president. 

The Federated Vendor Hall of Fame recognizes one individual each year who demonstrates dedication to excellence, helping make a difference for Federated and its members. For more information and a list of recent inductees, visit http://www.federatedautoparts.com/hallOfFame.aspx