Automotive Distribution Network, Manufacturer Partners Host More Than 500 Guests at AAPEX 2010 Opening-Night Reception

Representatives from all brands under the Network umbrella -- Parts Plus, CMB, IAPA, Auto Star and Auto Pride -- were on hand along with the group's vendor partners to discuss the industry and cultivate business relationships in a comfortable, relaxed setting at the Venetian to help kick off AAPEX 2010.

GERMANTOWN, Tenn. – Together with 175 of its manufacturer partners, the Automotive Distribution Network hosted more than 500 guests at its annual AAPEX opening-night reception Nov. 2 at the Venetian Resort Hotel in Las Vegas, according to Mike Lambert, president of the Network.

Representatives from all brands under the Network umbrella — Parts Plus, CMB, IAPA, Auto Star and Auto Pride — were on hand along with the group’s vendor partners to discuss the industry and cultivate business relationships in a comfortable, relaxed setting at the Venetian to help kick off AAPEX 2010.

“Not only was I pleased with the huge turnout for the reception, but it was also encouraging to see such an upbeat, positive attitude from nearly all of the attendees I spoke with regarding the future of the aftermarket, Lambert said. “The Network staff and our vendors enjoyed having such a great opportunity to talk a little shop and meet customers face-to-face in such a wonderful atmosphere. The reception definitely helped set a positive tone for what turned out to be a great show the rest of the week.”