Date Announced for the Second Seminar for Aftermarket Supply Chain Management
Developed in cooperation between the University of the Aftermarket and the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA), the second seminar on Aftermarket Supply Chain Management — How to Redesign Supply Chains — will take place on Dec. 1 & 2. The seminar, hosted by Federal-Mogul, will take place at the company’s facility in Southfield, Mich.
Joe Felicelli To Be AASA’s New Chairman
Joe Felicelli, executive vice president, worldwide aftermarket operations, for Federal-Mogul Corp. in Southfield, Mich., will take the reins as the new chairman of the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) on Monday, Nov. 1, at the group’s board meeting in Las Vegas. Felicelli is the second aftermarket executive to serve as leader of the association, established in 2002. Current Chairman Charley Johnson, president and CEO of TransPro Inc., in New Haven, Conn., will step down as the group’s first chairman at the November meeting.
Supply Chain Management Program Offers Second Seminar: ‘How to Redesign Supply Chains’
The University of the Aftermarket will host the second seminar in its new supply management program, “How to Redesign Supply Chains,” on Wednesday and Thursday, Dec. 1-2, hosted by Federal-Mogul Corp., Southfield, Mich. The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) has joined with the University of the Aftermarket to develop and promote this new supply chain management certification program. Aftermarket executives now can earn automotive aftermarket professional (AAP) or master AAP certification through the University of the Aftermarket.
David Krohn Named President and COO of Engineered Machined Products
Engineered Machined Products, Inc. (EMP) has appointed David Krohn to serve as president and COO of the company. Previously, this role was held by Brian Larche, founder and principal owner of EMP. Larche will continue to serve as chairman and CEO of the company.
New Car Care Council Executive Board Created
The Car Care Council, which directs the “Be Car Care Aware” consumer education campaign, established a new Executive Board at a special meeting held last month in Detroit. Eleven industry executives were named to the new board, which will provide a leadership and oversight platform to the council.
Airtex Products VP of Sales Dave Cavanaugh Retires, Ray Swetman to Succeed Him
David Cavanaugh, vice president of sales at Airtex Products, announced that he will retire as of Sept. 1. Cavanaugh spent 18 years of his career with Airtex, joining the company in 1984 as master division sales manager. He was appointed vice president of sales in January 1997 and has directed overall sales and marketing efforts for the company since that time.
Engine & Performance Warehouse Names 2003 Rep of the Year
Engine & Performance Warehouse (EPWI) named the recipient of its “Representative Of The Year” award during its annual summer conference in Vail, Colo., on August 14. Jim Schmeling, district sales manager for Federal-Mogul, was named EPWI’s 2003 “Representative of the Year.”
New Fel-Pro Master Gasket Catalog Features Nearly 700 Additional Part Numbers
The Fel-Pro brand of replacement gaskets, manufactured by Federal-Mogul Corp., has published a new master gasket catalog featuring nearly 700 additional part numbers and many new applications. The new Fel-Pro Master Gasket Catalog covers the brand’s line of sealing solutions for passenger cars, light trucks, sport utility vehicles, vans and other applications. Among the catalog’s 696 new part numbers are a broad range of Fel-Pro Head Installation Sets (HIS); a variety of premium head gaskets for several new complete Head Sets (HS) for popular automotive applications.
Aftermarket Technology Breakthroughs to be Announced at eForum
The Aftermarket eForum, which takes place August 2-4, in Chicago, once again will be the scene of news and announcements in the fields of information technology, e-commerce and e-marketing. Leaders from a number of major companies will share how they have improved profit and performance by applying technology to their business challenges at the Aftermarket eForum. Register today and take $200 off the fee of $895 for members and $1,095 for non-members.
Register Now to Save $200 on the Aftermarket eForum
The early bird registration deadline for the Aftermarket eForum is June 30. Register today and take $200 off the fee of $895 for members and $1095 for non-members. The Aftermarket eForum will be held August 2-4 in Chicago. The Aftermarket eForum is the aftermarket industry’s largest educational conference devoted to e-commerce and supply chain technology solutions.