SKF Sponsors the Car Care Council Women’s Board
The Car Care Council Women’s Board has announced that SKF has committed to sponsoring the 2007 Women’s Board. 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.
Two June Workshops Target Increased Success for Aftermarket Professionals
The University of the Aftermarket is offering two workshops in June to help industry professionals enhance their on-the-job performance. “It’s Not Easy Being Green! (or Purple or Orange or ‘Different’ in Any Way)” (Course G561), a day-and-a-half workshop that will take place June 19-20 in Troy, MI, is designed to help participants become confident, self-aware leaders who inspire increased creativity and success among their co-workers. Financial Skills Workshop (Course G562), which takes place June 26-27 in Troy, is designed to help non-financial managers make better business decisions through an enhanced understanding of key financial concepts. Both workshops will take place at the Detroit-area campus of Northwood University.
Executive Interview with Jeff Stauffer, Senior Vice President of Global Group Marketing for Affinia Group, Inc.
This week we hear from Jeff Stauffer, senior vice president of global group marketing for Affinia Group, Inc. Prior to joining Affinia in September 2006, Stauffer was vice president of marketing for the consumer products division of Old World Industries. In that position he managed all aspects of product development and brand management for a diverse portfolio of products, including PEAK Antifreeze and Mr. Clean Auto Care. Before moving to Old World in 1997, Stauffer had worked at Moog Automotive/Cooper Industries for 13 years. He began his career at Tenneco Automotive in 1976. His 30 years in the aftermarket also have included extensive experience in sourcing, research, sports marketing, public relations, advertising, as well as category management. Stauffer is a board member of the Automotive Sales Council and has served on the AAIA Marketing and Membership committees. He earned a B.B.A. degree in Business Management and Accounting from Northwood University, where he serves on the Board of Governors for Mic
Assertiveness, Decision Making Skills Focus of June 12-13 Aftermarket Workshop in Troy, MI
Troy, MI – The University of the Aftermarket’s “Personal Development Workshop,” an intensive day-and-a-half course developed specifically for professionals in the replacement parts industry, will be offered June 12-13 in Troy, MI. The workshop (Course #G550) is open to professionals with any level of aftermarket experience. The workshop will feature three primary components – completion
GAAS 2007: The (Aftermarket) World is Flat
If the world is indeed flat, how has it impacted the aftermarket? A panel moderated by Northwood President Keith Pretty examined a changing aftermarket within a rapidly changing world. At the 2005 AAPEX Show, Nick Porrini had an epiphany. While discussing business with a German, he realized that the world — at least Nick’s aftermarket world — was indeed flat. That realization was not mere coincidence. At the same time, many in the aftermarket were reading “The World is Flat” by two-time Pulitzer prize winning journalist Thomas Friedman.
Leadership Workshop Coming to Detroit Area May 22-23
MIDLAND, MI — The University of the Aftermarket’s “Leadership Development Workshop,” a day-and-a-half program designed to help aftermarket professionals identify and enhance their leadership skills, will be offered May 22-23 in Troy, MI. Intended for aftermarket professionals with any level of experience, the workshop (Course #G553) will provide the tools and information participants need to
‘Aftermarket Overview’ Workshop Returns May 15-16 in Ann Arbor, MI
The University of the Aftermarket will hold its “Aftermarket Overview” continuing education workshop May 15-16, in Ann Arbor, MI. The workshop, designed for professionals who are new to the industry or have new responsibilities requiring the latest information on market trends and challenges, will take place at the corporate headquarters of Affinia Group. Workshop participants will gain real-world perspectives on the issues and challenges facing all aftermarket distribution channels. The program will be led by University of the Aftermarket Director Jimsey Keith and will include presentations by such industry leaders as Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) President and CEO Kathleen Schmatz, Affinia Group Vice President of Business Architecture Jerry McCabe and Automotive Distribution Network President Mike Lambert.
Gary Kremer Retires from Uni-Select USA
Gary Kremer , senior vice president at Uni-Select USA, is retiring. A 35 year veteran of the aftermarket industry, Kremer will step down from his role at Uni-Select effective Friday, March 30.In addition to his career at Uni-Select, Kremer is a past chairman of Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA), past chairman of the Car Care Council and past president of the Independent Auto Parts of America. He also served as an instructor for the AWDA University, now Northwood University’s University of the Aftermarket.
University of the Aftermarket Offering April Workshops Covering Data Standards, Leadership Skills
MIDLAND, MI — The University of the Aftermarket will sponsor workshops covering two key industry topics – aftermarket data standards and performance improvement/employee motivation – in the Detroit area in April. Industry Standards for Aftermarket Data (Course G508) will be offered April 10-11, at the headquarters of Federal-Mogul Corp., 26555 Northwestern Highway, Southfield, MI 48033.
Speaker Lineup Announced for 2007 Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium
The lineup of speakers has been announced for “Survival in a Changing Aftermarket,” the 2007 Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) program, slated for May 8-9, at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago. The GAAS 2007 program will begin with a special opening presentation at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, May 8, featuring a new video about the GAAS scholarship, which is funded by Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA), Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA), Automotive Service Association (ASA) and Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA). Pete Kornafel, vice chairman of CARQUEST and chairman of the GAAS scholarship committee, will announce the number of scholarship presented, including the 2007 awards.