Herman Trend Alert: The Near-Term Future of Travel
Travel, both domestic and global, will see some curious developments in the coming year.
Five Minutes With Ted Hughes, Team Leader — Program Development, MAHLE Clevite
Every so often, our editorial staff selects one aftermarket industry professional to get to know a little better. In this new feature, participants are asked to respond to a series of questions that can be answered in about the same amount of time you might spend chatting at the office coffee pot or waiting for an elevator. This week, we hear from Ted Hughes, Team Leader — Program Development, MAHLE Clevite Inc.
I-CAR Presents President’s Volunteer Service Award to Springfield Committee Member
I-CAR has recognized Chris Knepler for setting the highest standards for service, encouraging commitment to civic contributions and inspiring others to make service an integral part of their lives.
Herman Trend Alert: Using Games and Play to Boost Productivity
As more Gen Y and Millennials enter the workforce, using gaming, social networking tools and advanced communication techniques are more effective for engaging employees. These 21st Century inventions provide opportunities to leverage tech-savvy talent that might otherwise go untapped or under-utilized.
AMN Survey Results: More Than Half Volunteer for Industry Trade Associations
When asked, more than half (63 percent) of AMN readers say they volunteer their time for one (or more) of the automotive aftermarket trade associations.
Universal Technical Institute Foundation and NASCAR Angels Announce Winner of $25,000 Scholarship
High school senior recipient to attend NASCAR Tech immediately after graduation.
McLaren Recognized with APRA Honorary Member Award
McLaren was the owner of GENCO Auto Electric in Central Islip, NY, until he sold the business to BBB Industries in 2007.
eForum Update: Prescient Technologies’ Joe Register Presented with AAIA Aftermarket Visionary Award
In between talk of telematics and technology, Scott Luckett and Kathleen Schmatz of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) took a moment during the 2008 Aftermarket eForum this week in Chicago to recognize an individual who has worked to bring technology to the forefront of the industry’s consciousness. Presented annually to the individual whose words and deeds demonstrate vision and imagination in the application of technology for the betterment of the aftermarket industry, this year’s AAIA Aftermarket Visionary Award was presented to Joe Register, president of Prescient Technologies, Inc. in Dover, N.H.
Universal Technical Institute Teams Up with NASCAR Angels
Universal Technical Institute (UTI) has teamed up with NASCAR Angels, NASCAR’s nationally-syndicated reality television show that helps deserving people in need of a transportation fix, to promote the importance of car care and the value of automotive technicians. As a major sponsor of the TV show, UTI will be fully-integrated via in-show billboards and commercials, as well as branding, product placement and a scholarship promotion.
Herman Trend Alert: Baby Boomers Re-careering
A recent study released by Los Angeles-based Korn/Ferry International, best known for its work in the recruitment field, echoes the message we have delivered for years regarding executive Baby Boomers and retirement. The massive retirements we expect from the Boomer generation won’t reduce the talent pool. Instead, Baby Boomers are looking at what Joe Griesedieck, vice chairman of Korn/Ferry calls "re-careering."