CHICAGO – The early bird registration deadline for the 2009 Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) has been extended until Monday, April 13. By taking advantage of the early bird rate, attendees can save $200 off regular registration rates. GAAS 2009 will be held Wednesday, May 6 and Thursday, May 7 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Rosemont, Ill., near Chicago.
In addition, the deadline to make reservations at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare has been extended until April 13. Rates of $182 (single or double) plus tax are guaranteed through that date. Reservations can be made by calling Hyatt Central Reservations at (800) 233-1234 or the hotel directly at (847) 696-1234.
When attendees participate in the symposium, they will receive 1.5 CEUs toward the University of the Aftermarket’s AAP/MAAP designation. The symposium has been approved by Northwood University for credit toward its Automotive Aftermarket Management degree.
Each year the net proceeds of GAAS are invested in the organization’s Scholarship Fund to help students get their automotive aftermarket career started. Additional scholarship funding comes from industry contributions from individuals, companies and foundations. Individuals or companies who are not able to attend GAAS 2009 are encouraged to make a donation to the GAAS Scholarship Fund and can do so by contacting Susan Medick at AAIA, at 301-654-6664, or [email protected].
To register for the 2009 symposium, “Winning Strategies in a Changing Aftermarket,” go to www.globalsymposium.org or call (301) 654-6664.
