Bosch Names Robert Bloom Vice President, Independent Aftermarket Sales for North America
Bloom comes to Bosch with more than 17 years of sales and marketing experience in retail, industrial and wholesale distribution channels. Most recently he was vice president, marketing for Jacuzzi Group Worldwide. Prior to Jacuzzi, Bloom spent 15 years at Black & Decker in various sales and marketing leadership roles with the DeWALT power tools business in the industrial and commercial construction channels.
Snap-on Franchisee Conference Largest Event in Company History
More than 6,000 attendees gathered for the annual Snap-on Franchisee Conference (SFC) held Aug. 19-21 at the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. The three-day business conference provided franchisees the opportunity to learn about the latest in vehicle service product innovation and technology, as well as techniques for continuing to improve the profitability of their Snap-on Tools franchises. More than 2,500 Snap-on mobile tool distribution stores were represented at the event.
Zonar to Provide Daimler Trucks North America with Virtual Technician Remote Diagnostic Systems
DTNA recently announced its proprietary Virtual Technician diagnostic system to provide customers with vehicle efficiency information and improved customer service and uptime. Developed for DTNA by Zonar, the Virtual Technician transmits real-time engine diagnostics with vehicle performance indicators to the Detroit Diesel Customer Support Center.
OBITUARY: Remo Corghi, President of the Nexion Group
Remo Corghi was a daily presence in the business, next to his collaborators, from directors to factory workers, supporting and motivating them with his humor and attending all the most important initiatives of the Nexion Group.
Officers Elected for Automotive Aftermarket Association Southeast Board
Tommy Rogers of Rogers Automotive Supply in Alexander City, Ala., was elected to lead the group as chairman of the board.
Herman Trend Alert: Manufacturing Technology Soars
Recently, the United States received some very good news: manufacturing technology orders are up — way up.
NAPA Auto Parts Launches New Family of Filters
NAPA Filters also wants to help customers increase their filtration knowledge through in-store and online informational tools.
New Certification Program for SEMA Business Owners, Managers
SEMA endorses training offered by CSU, San Bernardino.
Steve Yankovich, eBay VP of Mobile, to Lead Discussion of Mobile’s Role in the Auto Industry at SEMA Business Technology Symposium
Famous Rhodes, senior director of eBay Motors, will discuss best practices for online marketing and lead generation for aftermarket brands and businesses at the event.
AMN Careers: Multiple Opportunities at Uni-Select
The company has multiple openings due to growth and expansion, including: Retail Specialist, Sales Development Managers and District Manager.