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Automotive Supplier Representatives to Discuss Challenges and Opportunities at 2006 GAAS

A panel of automotive supplier representatives will examine the challenges and opportunities they face in today’s global economy on May 17 at the 11th annual Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) at the Hyatt Regency, Dearborn, MI. Participants can save $200 by registering before Friday, March 24.

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC– A panel of automotive supplier representatives will examine the challenges and opportunities they face in today’s global economy on May 17 at the 11th annual Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) at the Hyatt Regency, Dearborn, MI.

“The supplier industry faces unique challenges in today’s market,” said Bob McKenna, president and CEO of the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) and panel moderator. “For this industry, innovation plays a large role in determining the success of the business against the competing interests of efficiency, cost reduction and market expansion. These industry leaders will discuss how their companies are progressing toward these goals.”

“Adapting to the Changing Automotive Aftermarket: The Supplier’s Perspective” discussion is set for 10:15 – 11:15 a.m. Wednesday, May 17. Panelists are:

• Gordon Ulsh, president and CEO, Exide Technologies

• Mike Howarth, senior vice president, KYB America LLC

• Frank Ordonez, president, Delphi Product & Service Solutions/Vice President, Delphi Corp.

• Al Stecklein, group president, Global Aftermarket Division, Gates

Participants can save $200 by registering before Friday, March 24. More information and registration forms are available at www.globalsymposium.org .

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