Bill Haas of ASA to Address MTC Fall Council
Keynote address topic is ‘Future Vehicle Technologies and Their Effect on the Aftermarket.’
Auto-Wares, National Pronto, O’Reilly and Uni-Select to Discuss e-Commerce Programs at MEMA Technology Council Fall Conference, Oct. 10-12
“The Customer Roundtables are the most requested sessions at the annual MTC Fall Conference,” noted Chris Gardner, MTC group executive and vice president, Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA). “The customer participants this year have several key e-commerce initiatives underway that suppliers do not want to miss.”
MEMA Technology Council to Hold Fall Conference Oct. 10-12
A major highlight of the 2010 Fall Conference will be the Customer Roundtables. Representatives from Uni-Select, Auto Wares and other major automotive aftermarket channel partners will discuss their companies’ e-commerce programs, future growth plans and initiatives.
Virtual Aftermarket eForum Still Open for Business
Online content available on-demand through March 30.
MIS Council Says 2009 Fall Conference Was a Success
Participants gained vital insights from leading automotive aftermarket customers — including ADN, O’Reilly Auto Parts, CARQUEST, Advance Auto Parts and National Pronto — who shared their respective visions with suppliers. Interactive breakout sessions spurred lively discussions on how to get critical data flowing better from supplier to channel partners.
New for 2009: The AAPEX Theater
Product and service multi-media demonstrations by AAPEX exhibitors being scheduled throughout the show at the AAPEX Theater will expand communications beyond the booth setting, plus have the capability to speak to larger numbers of potential customers at one time.
Aftermarket Industry Goes Digital with First Virtual Event
Produced by AAIA, AASA, AIA Canada and SEMA, the Sept. 30 event was hosted as a totally integrated virtual online environment powered by ON24, featuring an exhibit hall, auditorium and networking lounge. Attendees were able to virtually attend seminars, participate in group or private chats, visit exhibit booths and download key materials such as white papers and data sheets.
2009 Aftermarket eForum: Making the Most of a Virtual Trade Show
The inaugural online event will feature a first-of-a kind virtual trade show of aftermarket technology providers, providing networking and business development, some of the most valuable features of an industry conference or trade show.
E-Commerce and Supply Chain Collaboration Break New Ground at Aftermarket eForum
The cost of registration is $95 after early-bird and association membership discounts, and attendees earn 0.4 CEU credits toward the AAP or MAAP from the University of the Aftermarket.
Advance Auto, O’Reilly, CARQUEST to Discuss ‘Turning on the Data Spigot’ at MIS Council Fall Conference
Panelists will include: Scott Luckett, vice president technology standards & solutions, AAIA (moderator), Eugene Cheng, director, content management and strategy — e-commerce, Advance Auto Parts; John Christie, vice president of e-service-business marketing division, CARQUEST; and Mike Williams, vice president of advanced technology, O’Reilly Auto Parts.