Car Care Council Women’s Board Announces 2004 Post-Secondary Scholarship Recipients
The Car Care Council Women’s Board has announced that Vanessa Cappadona of Florence, Ky., is the recipient of the 2004 Women’s Board $1,000 scholarship. Cappadona will be recognized during the Women’s Board reception on Tuesday, Nov. 2, at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas, Nev.
Today is the Deadline for AWDA One-on-One WD Registrations
Today is the official deadline for warehouse distributors (WD) participating in the AWDA-AAIA Business/Education Conference to submit one-on-one meeting requests to the AAIA/AWDA headquarters. WD meeting requests will be compiled in the coming days and preliminary schedules sent to member manufacturers along with complete conference registration materials. Manufacturers will then have until Aug. 27 to request meetings with WDs. The final, consolidated one-on-one meeting schedules will be mailed in mid-September.
Executive Interview: John Washbish Talks About the Dana AAG Acquisition
Our latest edition of “Executive Interview” features John Washbish, president of customer relationship management for the Dana Automotive Aftermarket Group (AAG). On Friday it was officially announced that New York-based investment firm Cypress Group agreed to buy Dana AAG for $1.1 billion. We had the opportunity to talk to Washbish just hours after the announcement was made. Join us as he shares some of the preliminary details on the acquisition and talks about the future of the Automotive Aftermarket Group.
Early Online Registration Discount for NACE Congress Package Ends July 14
The early online registration discount for the 2004 International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) educational package ends July 14. NACE 2004 takes place Nov. 3-6, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.
CARS Opens Online Registration for 2004 Event
Online registration for the 2004 Congress of Automotive Repair and Service (CARS) is now available on the CARS Web site www.CARSonline.org. Online registration for the 2004 Congress of Automotive Repair and Service (CARS) is now available on the CARS Web site www.CARSonline.org.
Car Care Council Women’s Board Announces Record Attendance
The Car Care Council Women’s Board (WB) set a record for attendance at its annual summer meeting held recently in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The day and a half meeting featured speakers and strategic planning geared toward consumer education and automotive careers for women.
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.
Online Registration Opens for NACE 2004
Online registration for the 2004 International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) is now open. NACE 2004 will be held Nov. 3-6 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, during Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week (AAIW). Attendees can register online for the NACE Exposition and AAIW shows (SEMA and AAPEX), and also receive an early discounted NACE Congress Package (good until July 14th).
Aftermarket Web Competition to be Held at Upcoming MEMA Technology Conference
The MEMA Information Services Council Board of Directors has announced a call for applications to the annual Aftermarket Web Challenge. The Aftermarket Web Challenge is the automotive aftermarket’s oldest and most recognized award for Web application excellence. It is sponsored by the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) Information Services Council (MIS Council) and is held in conjunction with the organization’s annual Fall Conference.
Dan Daniel Talks about the Future of ArvinMeritor’s LVA Business
Dan Daniel, president of ArvinMeritor’s Light Vehicle Aftermarket (LVA) division, shared his predictions and plans for the future of ArvinMeritor’s LVA unit during an exclusive presentation on May 11 to Babcox editors and media representatives. ArvinMeritor is an $8 billion dollar company, with $850 million in annual sales at its Light Vehicle Aftermarket division, which Daniel leads. Two-thirds of the company’s business is in North America.