Register Now for the University of the Aftermarket’s Interpersonal Skills Workshop
TROY, MI — Northwood University’s University of the Aftermarket will host an Interpersonal Skills Workshop March 20-21 in Troy, MI. The workshop will teach how to have more successful outcomes with difficult personalities. First you will learn to understand your behavioral tendencies and develop a better understanding of your interactions with others. You will also
University of the Aftermarket to Offer Three New Business Strategy, Personal Skills Workshops
The University of the Aftermarket will sponsor three new industry-specific business management and personal skills workshops next month in Troy, MI, and Research Triangle Park, NC. Each of the new day-and-a-half programs has been developed specifically for professionals in the automotive and commercial vehicle aftermarkets.
Speaker Lineup Announced for the 2007 CVSN Executive Business Conference
The Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network (CVSN) has announced the details of its 2007 CVSN Executive Business Conference, which takes place April 1-4 at the Westin Crown Center Hotel in Kansas City , MO , and two highly-anticipated Keynote Addresses. This year’s CVSN Executive Business Conference — themed “Keeping the Independent Spirit Alive” — will feature a number of networking and educational opportunities.
University of the Aftermarket to Offer New Personal Development, Financial Skills Workshops in February
Two new day-and-a-half business skills workshops for automotive and commercial-vehicle aftermarket professionals have been announced by the University of the Aftermarket. Each workshop is designed to help aftermarket professionals advance their careers – and their organizations’ competitive position – through a new set of industry-specific skills.
Aftermarket Sales and Marketing Veteran Lonnie Mayne Joins Mindshare Technologies as EVP of Sales
Mindshare Technologies, a provider of real-time customer feedback solutions, today announced that Lonnie Mayne has accepted the position of executive vice president of sales. In this capacity, he will oversee the company’s sales efforts worldwide. Mayne’s notable background includes more than 19 years of executive leadership in sales, marketing and operations. Mayne joined Mindshare from the Affinia Group in Michigan , where he served as vice president of special market sales.
The Top Ten Newsmakers of 2006
For the third year in a row, the editorial staffs of aftermarketNews and Counterman magazine have selected 10 individuals who have made an impact on the industry this past year. The list is presented in alphabetical order.
KYB America Receives 2006 Art Fisher Memorial Scholarship Award
From AWDAFacts AWDA presented the 2006 Art Fisher Memorial Scholarship Award to KYB America for its ongoing commitment to training and education designed to keep professional installers, as well as counter sales personnel, up-to-date with changing vehicle technology. "Two years ago, KYB introduced a new program called ‘Get to the Tech,’ that not only re-defined
N.A. Williams Sponsors Car Care Council Women’s Board
BETHESDA, MD – N.A. Williams has signed on to sponsor the Car Care Council Women’s Board for 2006. A leading manufacturers’ representative agency headquartered in Atlanta, GA, N. A. Williams has been serving customers and manufacturers since 1934. The company also maintains five satellite offices to service major customers throughout the Southeast and Midwest. “I’d
Bill Diggory Takes on New Role with SKF Automotive Division
SKF has announced that William "Bill" Diggory will become responsible for business development within the SKF Automotive Division, North America , effective immediately. Diggory will focus on business development activities and initiatives in support of SKF Automotive Division’s strategic goals. He will pursue products and services not currently being sold through SKF’s Automotive Division channels, and will utilize the company’s five competency platforms to explore new market opportunities.
Car Care Council Women’s Board Announces 2006 Automotive Communications Award Recipients
BETHESDA, MD – The Car Care Council Women’s Board (WB) announced the recipients of the 2006 Automotive Communications Awards. The winners were honored during the Women’s Board reception, which took place Oct. 31, at the Sands Expo Center during AAPEX. The Automotive Communications Awards are sponsored by the Women’s Board and supported by the Automotive