OBITUARY: Richard Healy, Former Executive Director Of The Automotive Wholesalers Association Of New England
A Staff Sergeant in the Air Force, Healy was a veteran of the Korean War. Upon his return to civilian life, his career was in the automotive industry as territory manager and then district manager for 12 years with Walker Manufacturing Co.; and as executive director of the Automotive Wholesalers Association of New England (AWANE) for 38 years. He also was founder and chairman of the Board of the AWANE Credit Union (which became the Monadnock Community Bank); co-founder of the AWANE Insurance Trust, the Automotive Industries Compensation Corporation and the Coalition for a Level Playing Field.
Automotive Aftermarket Professionals Graduate From University Of The Aftermarket’s ‘Leadership 2.0’ Program
Leadership 2.0 is an intense and intellectually challenging leadership-development program specific to the motor vehicle aftermarket. Participants in this year’s program represented a wide array of aftermarket companies at all levels of the industry.
NH Parts Plus Store Comes to the Aid of NASCAR Angels
MEMPHIS, TN – Sanel Auto Parts, a Parts Plus Autostore owned by Automotive Supply Associates (ASA) in Concord, NH, recently teamed with the NASCAR Angels TV program to aid in their goal to help provide safe, reliable transportation for deserving motorists. Hosted by former NASCAR champion Rusty Wallace and Shannon Wiseman, a NASCAR.com reporter, NASCAR
Automotive Distribution Network’s Annual Convention Brings More than 1,400 to Las Vegas
The Automotive Distribution Network held its first joint International convention between Parts Plus and Independent Auto Parts of America (IAPA), Feb. 11-14 at the Mirage Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas . The convention was the biggest event in the history of the program group, with more than 1400 attendees, including representatives from 152 supplier companies, as well as members of the trade press. Aptly named “Fusion ’07,” the convention was not only a fusion of Parts Plus and IAPA, but it was a “fusion of people, training, parts and technology,” according to Rick Levy, chairman of the Network.
Automotive Supply Associates Selects Activant Vision Distribution Management System
Automotive Supply Associates (ASA), New England-based automotive parts distributor has selected the Activant Vision distribution management system to enhance its operational efficiency and service levels. ASA, based in Concord, N.H., has begun installation of the new system as a comprehensive replacement for its legacy distribution management and store platforms. ASA owns and operates 36 stores under the Parts Plus and Sanel Auto Parts banners and is affiliated with the Heavy Duty America truck parts group.
Two Students Awarded Scholarships In Memory Of George Segal
“Our dad spent his career in the automotive aftermarket; he grew up in the business. He really enjoyed being with customers, suppliers and team members,” said Bobby Segal, chief operating officer and treasurer of ASA/Sanel Auto Parts. “These scholarships are a fitting tribute to his memory and an investment in the future of the industry.”
New Hampshire Store Manager Named 2005 Counterman Magazine Counterperson of the Year
When New England customers say that Sanel Auto Parts is their “first call” for auto parts, what they really mean is they rely on veteran store manager Dennis Call to solve their automotive parts needs.
Stewards Of Change
David and Bobby Segal use 100 years of family business experience to shape the future of Sanel NAPA.
University Of The Aftermarket Foundation Announces Officers, Trustees For 2019
An official confirmation vote was held during the recent University of the Aftermarket Foundation annual board of trustees meeting on Oct. 27.
Leadership 3.0: The Global Aftermarket Concludes In Shanghai
During the week, the class made field trips to key parts of the Chinese aftermarket supply chain, including visits to “4-S” and independent repair facilities.
