Continental To Sponsor AAPEX 2014 Media Center
The Media Center will welcome hundreds of journalists from around the world as they cover breaking news, announcements, exhibiting companies and special events at AAPEX. The new Media Center will be equipped with dedicated Wi-Fi, expanded work areas to plug in laptops, light snacks and beverages, exhibitor press kits and expedited registration for the media. It will be located in Casanova Room 601 at the Venetian.
New Recruiting And Retaining Conference At AAPEX To Address Widespread Industry Issue
The program lineup includes case studies of successful outreach and recruiting programs, a session on “Attracting, Engaging and Retaining High Talent,” by Dr. Bob Nelson, Nelson Motivation, and a panel discussion on “Developing Millennial Leaders in the Auto Care Industry,” with moderator Mike Mohler, vice president, National Pronto Association. Panelists will include Young Auto Care Network Group (YANG) members.
University Of The Aftermarket Foundation Funds Grant For APSA Scholarship Program
The mission of the APSA program is to encourage and assist the educational development of qualified students who have a desire to pursue a career in the automotive aftermarket industry. The fund provides financial assistance for tuition, fees and books beyond the secondary level at any accredited college, university or technical school.
Tire Review Editor, Others Honored By TIA
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) will honor three individuals with the Ed Wagner Leadership Award: Jim Smith, editor of Tire Review (a sister publication to AMN); Mary Sikora, publisher/editor of Scrap Tire News; and Tom Wright Sr., owner of Wright Tire Service.
Steve Handschuh Of MEMA To Speak To CAWA Membership
He will be a featured speaker at CAWA’s next leadership meeting in February of 2015. The meeting will be held Feb. 5-6, 2015, at the Meritage Resort & Spa in Napa, Calif.
KIAWA Education Foundation Announces 2014 Scholarship Winners
Zachary Hill of Danville, Ind., and Cameron Hernandez of Elizabethtown, Ky., each were awarded $1,000 scholarships for the 2014-’15 school year.
The Hybrid Shop Appoints Dave Crawford As New CEO
The fast-growing international dealer network providing expert care and specialized service for hybrid vehicles selects industry veteran Crawford to lead the next phase of its growth.
AAMCO Announces The Creation Of AAMCO University Training Center For Franchisees And Employees
The center, 30 miles southwest of Atlanta, will provide current and future AAMCO technicians, managers and franchisees with service training through a best-in-class curriculum within its high-tech training facility and repair center.
Centric’s Steve Hughes Appointed To CAWA Manufacturers’ Advisory Council
In addition to serving multiple executive roles within Centric Parts, Hughes has been part of the auto care industry for more than 40 years, holding positions with IMPAC, HCS International and Advanced Engine Management before joining Centric in 2006.
NACE/CARS Announces Technology & Telematics Forum Schedule
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) encourages anyone involved in the industry to attend the Auto Alliance Innovation Technology & Telematics Forum, taking place Friday, Aug. 1 at the Cobo Center in Detroit, Mich.