Live from AAPEX: MEMA Honors Long-time Members at AASA Executive Reception
The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) honored 11 companies for their longtime membership with the association during the AASA/MEMA Executive Reception held Monday night at AAPEX. Manufacturers with membership anniversaries from 25 to 70 years were recognized.
Stride Tool Names New Board Member
Stride Tool Inc., a designer and manufacturer of specialty hand tools, has announced the appointment of automotive industry veteran Paul Baffico to its board of directors.
AASA/MEMA Executive Reception Venue Changed: Record Crowd Expected
A record crowd is expected for the AASA/MEMA Executive Reception scheduled to take place on Monday, Nov. 1 during AAPEX in Las Vegas. The head count is so big that the venue at The Mirage has been changed to Grand Ballroom F to accommodate attendees to this event on the eve of the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX). This event offers a chance to network with aftermarket industry executives and kicks off MEMA’s grand finale festivities marking its 100th anniversary.
NFL Coach and NASCAR Team Owner Joe Gibbs to be GAAS 2005 Luncheon Speaker
Joe Gibbs, head coach of the NFL’s Washington Redskins and founder of the Joe Gibbs Racing team, will address “Teamwork, Perseverance and Excellence,” as the luncheon speaker at the 10th annual Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) in Chicago. The first Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium was held in 1996, at the Hyatt Regency Deerfield Hotel in the suburban Chicago area. From its humble beginnings, the Symposium has grown to be the industry’s leading educational forum.
FAIA Inducts Its Youngest President, Addresses Vehicle Right to Repair Issue at Annual Conference
The Florida Automotive Industry Association (FAIA) has inducted Eileen Sottile, director of government relations at Keystone Automotive, as president of the association for a term of one year. At age 37, Sottile is the youngest person ever to receive this title, and only the second woman to head the association in its 50 year history. Sottile was inducted at FAIA’s Golden Anniversary Celebration and Conference held in Orlando, Fla., in July.
Effingham Automotive Warehouse Celebrates 75 Years
Effingham Automotive Warehouse in Effingham, Ill., recently celebrated 75 years in business. This Parts Plus WD celebrated the milestone with a two-day booth show attended by more than 3,000 people.
SAE Selects Target Communications for Public Relations
The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), headquartered in Warrendale, Pa., has chosen Target Communications to help develop and implement a strategic public relations program to celebrate its 100th anniversary year in 2005, and to promote the SAE World Congress Exposition on an ongoing basis.
Nominations Now Being Accepted for MEMA’s Triangle Award
As MEMA celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2004, its coveted Triangle Award will mark its 30th year. Another industry leader may join the ranks of its recipients during AAPEX. Nominations for the 2004 Triangle Award are now being accepted.
aftermarketNews.com Celebrates Five Years in Business
This month, aftermarketNews.com (AMN) , the industry’s only daily source of online news and information, celebrates the five-year anniversary of its launch. Since its initial launch on Sept. 13, 1999, aftermarketNews.com has provided readers with the most up-to-date, relevant industry news and information available.
Executive Interview with Paul Foley, Vice President, Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA)
Our latest edition of “Executive Interview” features Paul Foley, vice president of the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA), a market segment of the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA). Join us as Foley brings us up to speed on the rapid growth of AASA since its creation two years ago, as well as several industry initiatives AASA is currently focusing on.