NACE Increases Number of Jobber Sessions
The 2004 International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) will offer an expanded PBE jobber program that will include five educational sessions on important topics challenging today’s jobber professionals. NACE takes place Nov. 3-6, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas.
Today is the Deadline for AWDA One-on-One WD Registrations
Today is the official deadline for warehouse distributors (WD) participating in the AWDA-AAIA Business/Education Conference to submit one-on-one meeting requests to the AAIA/AWDA headquarters. WD meeting requests will be compiled in the coming days and preliminary schedules sent to member manufacturers along with complete conference registration materials. Manufacturers will then have until Aug. 27 to request meetings with WDs. The final, consolidated one-on-one meeting schedules will be mailed in mid-September.
Early Online Registration Discount for NACE Congress Package Ends July 14
The early online registration discount for the 2004 International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) educational package ends July 14. NACE 2004 takes place Nov. 3-6, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.
CARS Opens Online Registration for 2004 Event
Online registration for the 2004 Congress of Automotive Repair and Service (CARS) is now available on the CARS Web site www.CARSonline.org. Online registration for the 2004 Congress of Automotive Repair and Service (CARS) is now available on the CARS Web site www.CARSonline.org.
Early Bird Registration for Aftermarket eForum Ends Today
This is the final day to register for the 2004 Aftermarket eForum at the early bird discounted rate. The Aftermarket eForum, which takes place Aug. 2-4 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago, is the only e-conference exclusively focused on the automotive aftermarket. The eForum is the industry’s largest supply-chain technology event for aftermarket e-business decision makers.
GAAS Scholarships Awarded to 145 Students
The Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) continues its work to ensure a strong future talent pool for automotive aftermarket companies and service outlets through its highly successful scholarship program. A total of 145 students will receive $1,000 GAAS scholarships in 2004, with the majority of recipients entering automotive vocational-technical programs, which will help address the critical shortage of automotive technicians.
Online Registration Opens for NACE 2004
Online registration for the 2004 International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) is now open. NACE 2004 will be held Nov. 3-6 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, during Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week (AAIW). Attendees can register online for the NACE Exposition and AAIW shows (SEMA and AAPEX), and also receive an early discounted NACE Congress Package (good until July 14th).
Appearance Accessories Capture More of Market
Over the past eight years, appearance/body accessory products have shown the largest growth of any product group in the industry, increasing 96.4 percent. Following closely is custom wheels, with performance chemicals in third place.
Tap Into Technology Solutions at Aftermarket eForum 2004
Make your plans now to attend the 2004 Aftermarket eForum — Solutions Today for Tomorrow’s Technology Challenges, scheduled to take place August 2-4 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago, Ill. Aftermarket eForum, supported by University of the Aftermarket, is the only conference focused exclusively focused on the automotive aftermarket. Building on the success of the past three years, the 2004 eForum will feature an expanded format that includes breakout sessions and a full vendor trade show. Topics will include data synchronization, paperless warehouse operation, automated replenishment, data mining and e-commerce for small business.
Executive Interview with Rex Falkenrath, Founder and CEO of Hi-Tech Engine Components
Our latest edition of “Executive Interview” features Rex Falkenrath, founder and CEO of Hi-Tech Engine Components. Falkenrath founded Hi-Tech in August of 1973. With more than 31 years in business, Hi-Tech Engine Components has developed a full line of engine parts and kits sold nationally through parts store chains and program distribution groups. Join us as we learn more about Hi-Tech Engine Components and the engine parts market.