AAIA Board and Executive Committee Nominations Open
Nominations are now being accepted for the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association’s (AAIA) Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Individuals interested in being considered for nomination or nominating others are encouraged to do so by Wednesday, Aug. 20. Eleven current board member positions will expire in April 2009. Nominees for the three-year board terms of office must have served on an AAIA committee or segment committee for a minimum of one year and be employed by an AAIA member company in good standing. Candidates for the one-year executive committee terms of office must have served on the AAIA Board of Directors for a minimum of one year.
2008/09 Leadership 2.0 Class Nearly Sold Out
Just two spots remain in the 2008/09 class of the University of the Aftermarket’s Leadership 2.0 program, an MBA-level executive development experience designed specifically for aftermarket professionals. University of the Aftermarket Director Brian Cruickshank reported that 23 of the 25 available positions have been filled. To reserve one of the two remaining spots, aftermarket professionals are urged to contact university offices as soon as possible.
University of the Aftermarket to Offer In-Depth Look at Impact of Rising Fuel Costs During AWDA Conference
The University of the Aftermarket will present an exclusive executive-level business seminar covering the impact of rising petroleum prices on distributors during the 2008 Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA) Business and Education Conference in Las Vegas this fall. The program, “The Petroleum Problem: Strategies and Solutions for Distributors,” will take place from 2 to 4:15 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2, at the Venetian Resort Hotel and Casino. The seminar, which will precede AWDA’s Sunday General Session, is open to all aftermarket professionals. Registration is free for AWDA members and just $50 for non-members.
Executive Interview with Jesse Jones, Director of Marketing, MAHLE Clevite
Jesse Jones, a 25 year veteran of the aftermarket, was appointed in 2006 to the role of manager – marketing for Clevite Engine Parts, now MAHLE Clevite Inc. Jones is responsible for the company’s overall strategic marketing efforts, which include communication, customer program management, tradeshows, motor sports, brand management and customer training. In this exclusive Executive Interview, Jones brings us up to speed on MAHLE Clevite as the company celebrates nearly one and a half years under the ownership of Stuttgart, Germany-based MAHLE Group.
Tim Wheeler Named North American Sales Director for Delphi Product & Service Solutions Independent Aftermarket Unit
Delphi has announced the appointment of Tim Wheeler as Delphi Product & Service Solutions’ (DPSS) Independent Aftermarket (IAM) North American sales director, effective July 1. Joining Delphi in 2001 as an independent aftermarket sales manager, Wheeler previously held various positions in aftermarket sales at Federal-Mogul for more than 12 years. Wheeler’s extensive aftermarket experience and passion for the customer will be well suited for the further expansion of Delphi and its team in his new position.
Aftermarket eForum Approved for University of the Aftermarket AAP and MAAP Credits
BETHESDA, Md. – The upcoming Aftermarket eForum has been approved for continuing education credits (CEU) by Northwood University’s University of the Aftermarket. The 2008 Aftermarket eForum is scheduled for July 14-16, at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago. Aftermarket eForum attendees will earn 1.0 CEUs toward the Automotive Aftermarket Professional (AAP) or Master Automotive Aftermarket
Six Students Presented with 2008 CAWA Memorial Scholarship Awards
The California/Nevada/Arizona Automotive Wholesalers’ Association (CAWA) has announced the recipients of its 2008 Memorial Scholarship Program. Cameron Knight, of Carson City, Nev., who will be attending UTI/Carson City, was selected to receive the Mort Schwartz award, which is the highest award granted and is named after the scholarship program’s founder and former CAWA Chairman, Mort Schwartz. Five other students received scholarship funds as well.
Four Seasons Inc. Sponsors Car Care Council Women’s Board
Four Seasons Inc. is continuing to support the Car Care Council Women’s Board (WB) by sponsoring its 2008 activities. The Women’s Board offers four tax-deductible sponsorship levels, Platinum ($5,000), Gold ($2,500), Silver ($1,250) and Bronze ($500). These sponsorship dollars cover all of the activities of the various Women’s Board committees.
GAAS 2008 VIDEO FEATURE: University of the Aftermarket Unveils New Programs
Midland , Mich. – Leadership 2.0, the University of the Aftermarket ’s Leadership Development Program, officially opened registration for the 2008-2009 class. The announcement was made by University of the Aftermarket Director Brian Cruickshank at the 2008 Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS), held in Chicago May 20-21. While at GAAS, aftermarketNews had a chance to
VIDEO FEATURE: Building Future Aftermarket Leaders
The editorial staff of aftermarketNews and Counterman magazine spent some time talking last week with a number of individuals who have a vested interest in the future of the aftermarket. While attending the dedication of the Sloan Family Building for Aftermarket Studies on the Northwood University campus in Midland, Mich., Editor Mark Phillips sat down to chat with three individuals involved in the Northwood’s Aftermarket Studies program.