Diggory Elected Chairman of Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association
William “Bill” Diggory, vice president and general manager of Chicago Rawhide, Elgin, Ill., has been elected 2005 chairman of the Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association (HDMA). Diggory served as HDMA vice chairman in 2004.
Chinese Officials to Discuss Ways to Combat Counterfeiting, IPO Violations at Automotive Suppliers Brand Protection Council Meeting
Representatives from China will discuss their country’s efforts to combat counterfeiting of U.S. automotive products and intellectual property rights (IPO) violations as well as the procedures to take action against them at the Brand Protection Council’s meeting, which takes place on Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005, at the Hyatt Regency, Dearborn, Mich.
Live from AAPEX: MEMA Introduces New President at Press Conference
With what seemed like nearly the entire aftermarket industry gathered under one roof, what better place than AAPEX to introduce the new president of MEMA?
Only a Few Seats Remain for Industry Anti-Counterfeiting Meeting
Only a few seats remain for the Industry Anti-Counterfeiting meeting that takes place from 1:30-4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 9, at the Dearborn Inn, 20301 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn, Mich. The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and National Intellectual Property Rights Coordination Center (IPR Center) are hosting the event, in cooperation with AASA.
MEMA Launches New Web Site for Brand Protection, Counterfeiting Issues
A new Web site that focuses on the growing problems of counterfeited motor vehicle parts and other brand protection related issues is now live at www.mema.org . Produced and maintained by the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA), the web site was designed to be a portal where the industry can go to obtain information relating to the issues of intellectual property and brand protection for motor vehicle products.
Executive Interview with Paul Foley, Vice President, Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA)
Our latest edition of “Executive Interview” features Paul Foley, vice president of the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA), a market segment of the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA). Join us as Foley brings us up to speed on the rapid growth of AASA since its creation two years ago, as well as several industry initiatives AASA is currently focusing on.
New Video Details Importance of Motor Vehicle Product Suppliers
The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) has produced a new video that demonstrates the importance of the motor vehicle product manufacturing industry to the overall automotive industry and to the American economy. The 11-minute video, titled “The Importance of The Automotive Supplier: The Engine Behind the Largest U.S. Manufacturing Industry” was produced as a service to the industry by MEMA in conjunction with its 100-year anniversary celebration.
Heavy Duty Dialogue 2006 to Examine EPA, NHTSA Regulations
Heavy Duty Dialogue 2006 is timed to give heavy duty suppliers the opportunity to discuss important industry topics, such as regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) scheduled to go into effect in 2007. The biennial conference, organized by the Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association (HDMA), is set for Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 6-7, 2006, at the Atlanta Airport Hilton & Towers at Atlanta’s Hartsfield Airport.
Executive Interview with Scott Meyer, President of MEMA
Our latest edition of “Executive Interview” features Scott Meyer, outgoing chairman of the Motor and Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA). As he concludes his time as chairman of the association, he steps into a new role as interim president of MEMA, which is in the midst of celebrating its 100-year anniversary. Join us as Meyer shares his insights on the anniversary of MEMA’s centennial, and what lies ahead for both MEMA and the entire industry.
MEMA Holds First Automotive Suppliers’ Legislative and Public Policy Summit
Automotive suppliers, members of Congress and federal agency heads met to discuss automotive safety, energy and the environment, international trade and soaring health care and pension costs during the “MEMA Legislative and Public Policy Summit: Advancing American Manufacturing,” held May 5-6 in Washington, D.C.