WASHINGTON, D.C. -

Toyota Financial Services’ own Ann Bybee was honored with the Distinguished Service Award (DSA) by the American Financial Services Association at the AFSA’s 98th Annual Meeting in Los Angeles at the end of October.

Bybee, the company’s vice president of corporate strategy, communications and corporate social responsibility, was one of three executives to receive the 2014 DSA at the meeting hosted Oct. 27-29 at The Ritz-Carlton Marina del Ray. The award is given to individuals who have contributed significantly to the industry and the association’s growth on a national level, advanced its mission and objectives, and raised its image.

Bybee’s contribution to AFSA includes currently serving on the Vehicle Finance Board and conference planning committee as well as the association’s Education Foundation Endowment Committee, to further financial literacy.

Bybee began working for Toyota in 1990 with the sales group and served in several managerial positions since, including in 1999 when she was selected to be part of the international management development program in Tokyo. Returning to the U.S. in 2001, she became a corporate manager for Lexus Advertising and Brand Strategy. She is currently a member of the TFS Management Committee in addition to her role as vice president.