Polk Now Accepting Inventory Efficiency Award Nominations
Previous winners include: Uni-Select USA, VIP Parts, Tires and Service; NAPA Auto Parts; Parts Depot; and O’Reilly Auto Parts in the Retailer/Distributor category and Tenneco Inc.; Gates Corp.; Hastings Manufacturing; Dayco Products; Affinia Group; and Federal-Mogul Corp. in the Manufacturer category.
The AMN Week in Review (Jan. 17-21, 2011)
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NAM President and CEO Jay Timmons to Discuss Business, Economic and Manufacturing Outlook at AASA Vision Conference
The theme of the 2011 AASA VisCon is “Aftermarket 2020: Compelling Insights for the Next Decade.”
Automotive Parts Headquarters Presents Outstanding Supplier Awards
“We’re pleased to recognize our suppliers for their outstanding support of our organization,” said Corey Bartlett, president of Automotive Parts Headquarters. “Strong partnerships, like the ones we have with BBB Industries, Dayco Products and Dorman Products, are the keys to our success.”
Bosch’s David Coolidge Heads Slate of 2011 AASA Board Officers
Five aftermarket executives join as new board members.
AAIA Releases Executive Perspectives and Video
Each Executive Perspective cites specific benefits and ROI for the investment these companies have made in transformative technology. The testimonial video captures a number of AAIA volunteer leaders discussing initiatives in their businesses that take advantage of existing industry standards.
Alliance’s John Washbish to Present Key Customer Address at AASA Vision Conference 2011 on March 30
Also at the AASA Vision Conference 2011, the association will release to members what it describes as landmark AASA analysis — “Aftermarket 2020.” Evan Hirsh, vice president of the global management consulting firm Booz & Co. which published the report for AASA, will be a keynote speaker at the conference.
Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Hosts Annual Shareholder Meeting
The annual meeting, held at the Boca Raton Resort & Club, is one of two general membership meetings held each year bringing together members from Canada, Europe, Mexico and the United States. More than 500 participants representing 52 shareholders and 120 vendor partners reviewed past and current business performance and upcoming opportunities.
AASA Marketing Executives Council Announces 2011 Leadership
The AASA Marketing Executive Council spearheaded the AASA Know Your Parts industry education and awareness campaign, which marked its one-year anniversary at AAPEX 2010.
Twenty-three Aftermarket Professionals Receive AAP, MAAP Certificates at AAPEX
The professional certificates were conferred by University of the Aftermarket Director Brian Cruickshank, MAAP, and Northwood University President and CEO Dr. Keith Pretty.