Four For The Future: 2015 Auto Care Association Impact Awards

Four For The Future: 2015 Auto Care Association Impact Awards

This annual award recognizes outstanding young industry leaders.

Auto-Care-Association-LogoNominees are now being accepted for the 2015 Auto Care Association Impact Award: Four for the Future, which annually honors four aftermarket professionals, age 40 or younger, who have made significant contributions within the auto care industry. The awards are administered by the Auto Care Association Marketing and Communications Committee, and are supported by the Young Auto Care Network Group (YANG).

The 2014 winners of the Impact Awards were:

  • Brandi Gardner, AutoZone
  • Michael Rukov, One Stop Parts Source
  • Danielle Sonnefeld, N.A. Williams Co.
  • Jessica Wynn, Federal-Mogul

“We always look forward to recognizing these ambitious young professionals, who truly exemplify top-notch excellence in the next generation of auto care industry leaders,” said Kathleen Schmatz, president and CEO, Auto Care Association. “These individuals have achieved success within their organizations through professionalism, hard work, dedication and remarkable abilities. They are shining stars, examples for others and exemplary representatives of our industry.”

The award is open to aftermarket professionals age 40 or younger, with relevant professional work experience, of which a minimum of two years must be in the auto care industry. Nominations are due by Aug. 15 and honorees will be notified in October. Winners will be selected by the Auto Care Association Marketing and Communications Committee as well as representatives from YANG. The winners will be recognized in November at AAPEX in Las Vegas.

 

The nomination form is now available at www.autocare.org/impact. A resume or professional biography must accompany the nomination form. Email the nomination form and resume/bio to [email protected].

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