Pete and Lorraine Kornafel Honored as Outstanding Business Leaders
Northwood University recently recognized Pete and Lorraine Kornafel as two of seven nationally known business men and women at its 28th Annual Outstanding Business Leader (OBL) Awards Ceremony, which was held in late January at The Breakers, Palm Beach, FL. Lakewood, CO, residents, the Kornafels, share a passion for the automotive parts business and for helping young minds achieve their greatest potential.
Northwood University to Honor Seven Aftermarket Professionals
Northwood University will honor seven automotive aftermarket leaders with its annual Automotive Aftermarket Education Award on Tuesday, Oct. 30 at the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas. The awards will be presented during a luncheon at the annual Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo Show (AAPEX). Northwood’s Automotive Aftermarket Education Award recognizes leaders for their contributions to the educational process in the automotive aftermarket field. The award was created to insure that these individuals receive national recognition for their efforts to improve education inside and outside the industry.
LDN to Welcome NHRA Drivers to Annual Reception at AAPEX
BETHESDA, MD – The Leadership Development Network (LDN) will welcome two National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) drivers at its 2007 reception at AAPEX in Las Vegas. Hillary Will with KB Racing, and Robert Hight with John Force Racing, will join LDN in celebrating advancement opportunities within the aftermarket industry. The event will be held Tuesday,
Two Keystone Senior-Level Executives Appointed to I-CAR and WIN Boards
Keystone Automotive Industries, Inc. today announced that Vice President Christopher Northup has been appointed to the I-CAR Education Foundation board of trustees, and director of marketing services. Mary Kunz has been appointed to the Women’s Industry Network board (WIN).
2007 ACA Awards Entries Due Sept. 7
The Car Care Council Women’s Board and the Automotive Communication Council are now accepting applications for the 2007 Automotive Communications Awards. The annual Automotive Communications Awards recognize and reward outstanding advertising, marketing, merchandising and/or effective PR. Entries for the 2007 Automotive Communications Awards are due by Friday, Sept. 7. To download the entry form, click
GAAS 2007: Quality Customer Service Goes a Long Way for Lexus
By Arianne Anderson Managing Editor, Counterman Lexus, a luxury division of Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc., is widely known by consumers for its quality and superior customer service. A driving force behind these good marks for Lexus is Nancy Fein, vice president, Customer Service, Lexus Division, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. , Inc. Fein is one
AAMCO Transmissions Teams With IndyCar Series For Pole Award
AAMCO Transmissions will serve as the "Official Automotive Transmission Repair Company" of the IndyCar Series, officials announced April 24. As part of the agreement, AAMCO will sponsor the Pole Award for every IndyCar Series event for the remainder of this season, including the Indianapolis 500. Beginning Saturday, April 28 at Kansas Speedway, the AAMCO Transmissions
2007 ACA Awards Entries Now Being Accepted
BETHESDA, MD — The Car Care Council Women’s Board and the Automotive Communication Council applaud those companies and agencies that provide automotive information to consumers and the trade professionals who interact with them on a daily basis. The annual Automotive Communications Awards recognize and reward outstanding advertising, marketing, merchandising and/or effective PR. Entries for the
3M Signs Courtney Hansen as Brand Spokesperson
ST. PAUL, MN — Automotive columnist and television personality Courtney Hansen has been selected to serve as spokesperson for a new line of 3M Car Care consumer products. Hansen is an actress, model and author. She writes a bi-weekly, syndicated newspaper column called “Courtney Hansen: Full Throttle,” where she discusses automotive topics. She also is
WB Summer 2007 Meeting Early-Bird Deadline Extended to April 27
BETHESDA, MD — Join the Women’s Board in Vancouver, Canada for the 2007 WB Summer Meeting, June 6-7 at the Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown, for a day and a half of strategic planning geared toward encouraging women to enter the industry and promote consumer education. The early-bird deadline has been extended to April 27. The