Industry Veteran Jon Wyly to Lead SEMA Product Data Service
Wyly’s career spans 30 years and has included key roles in sales, marketing, e-commerce, business technology and data management. A lifelong automotive enthusiast, he is well-known to the specialty parts industry, having co-founded the SEMA Business Technology Committee and having served six years on the SEMA Board of Directors. His background includes 25 years at Arrow Speed Warehouse, ending as executive vice president, and more recently as VP of e-Commerce at Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. He was named SEMA Person of the Year in 2005.
AASA VisCon 2012 to Explore How P&G and Walmart Partnered for Success
Tom Muccio, facilitator of P&G/Walmart case study, to present findings during VisCon.
New 2012 Hella OE Spare Parts Lighting Catalog Offers Range of OE Applications for European Vehicles
According to Hella, this new program also features special packaging that is designed to significantly reduce shipping damage to Hella’s high value lamps.
Registration Now Open for AASA VisCon 2012
Top-rated speaker Erik Hurst on the agenda for the March 29 event.
MEMA Says Insightful Agenda, Record Attendance Seen at MTC Fall Conference 2011 in October
One hundred automotive aftermarket technology professionals attended the 2011 MTC Fall Conference, which offered an agenda focusing on the theme: “Strategy Over Tactical = Success.”
Experian to Present e-Tailing Study Results at MEMA Technology Council Fall Conference
The Experian presentation, “e-Tailing: A Growing Channel,” is one of the keynote addresses slated for this year’s MTC Fall Conference, which takes place Sunday, Oct. 16, through Wednesday, Oct. 19 at the Marco Island Marriott, Marco Island, Fla.
McGladrey to Facilitate Manufacturer-Only Session at MEMA Technology Council Fall Conference
“The purpose of the session is to facilitate dialogue and cooperation among suppliers in order to better focus on technology issues,” said Chris Gardner, MTC group executive and vice president, programs and member services, for the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA). “Through McGladrey’s leadership, aftermarket suppliers will address the opportunities and challenges in a unique setting.”
MEMA Technology Council Fall Conference to Feature Session with Former CARQUEST President Robert Blair
Blair to discuss “A New Way for Technology Executives to Prepare for Tomorrow” in interactive session.
MEMA Technology Council Fall Conference to Feature Customer Presentations
Confirmed speakers include Randy Buller, president, Parts Authority; Dale Hopkins, vice president of Information Technology, Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance; and Chris Kersting, president, Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA).
AASA VisCon 2011: Compelling Insights for the Next Decade
The “AASA VisCon” event, held at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago, promised to offer “compelling insights for the next decade,” through a number of presentations and panel discussions on the key issues impacting the supplier industry today.