National Automotive Experts Adds VP of Operations
Gabriella Roberts has joined the National Automotive Experts’ executive management team as vice president of operations.

STRONGSVILLE, Ohio — National Automotive Experts/NWAN announced this week a new addition to the company's executive management team, naming Gabriella Roberts as vice president of operations.
Roberts joined the NAE/NWAN team as the vice president of operations this month. Prior to joining NAE, Roberts worked as a senior vice president for Warrantech, an AmTrust Financial Company. Previously, Roberts spent 18 years with Assurant Solutions as a director of Account Management.
"We are very excited to have Gabriella as part of our team. Gabriella has an extensive background in project management and client services,” said Kelly Price, president of National Automotive Experts. "We believe that by adding the talent and passion that Gabriella brings to NAE/NWAN, we will be unstoppable. She is driven to be the best and will ensure that as we roll out new product offerings and solutions to our agent and dealer partners, it will be done with the quality and efficiency expected at NAE/NWAN.”
“It is an honor and a privilege to join the NAE/NWAN family,” Roberts said. “I am excited about contributing to and growing with a team so committed to quality, urgency and superior client service. NAE’s dedication to their clients truly sets them apart from their competition and I am looking forward to ensuring the company mission is brought to life each and every day.”
Originally posted on F&I and Showroom
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