MIDLAND, Mich. A near-record class of 23 motor vehicle aftermarket professionals today received University of the Aftermarket AAP (Automotive Aftermarket Professional) or MAAP (Master Automotive Aftermarket Professional) certificates in a November 3 graduation ceremony during 2010 AAPEX Show in Las Vegas.
The professional certificates were conferred by University of the Aftermarket Director Brian Cruickshank, MAAP, and Northwood University President and CEO Dr. Keith Pretty.
“The size of this year’s class is a sign of strength for our industry, as a growing number of aftermarket organizations and individuals have embraced the need for business, management and leadership education,” Cruickshank said.
The 2010 University of the Aftermarket graduates are:
MAAP
Robert Egan, Federal-Mogul Corp.
Steven Hoellein, Felt Auto Parts & Machine Shop
Scott Luckett, AAIA
David Mestdagh, Continental
Mort Schwartz, Schwartz Advisors
Trevor Tennant, Piston Ring Service
Dennis Welvaert, Dayco Products, LLC
Brian Cruickshank, Northwood University
AAP
Nancy Andersen, Robert Bosch LLC
Timothy Bruin, Robert Bosch LLC
Fred Bunting, Auto-Wares Group of Companies
Robert Christy, Dayco Products, LLC
Raymond Datt, Schwartz Advisors LLC
Thomas Harrington, McLaughlin Automotive Stores
Scott Howat, Affinia Group Inc.
Aaron Lowe, AAIA
Roger McCollum, N.A. Williams Co.
David Miller, Gates Corp.
Michael Mohler, National Pronto Association
Sam Okimoto, R.L. Polk & Company
Stephen Okolski, AGS Company
Brian Raymond, McLaughlin Automotive Stores
Ronald Rossi, AAIA
The University of the Aftermarket offers the AAP and MAAP designation programs to recognize long-term commitment to the aftermarket and professional development through programs and courses offered by the University and its industry association partners. Developed in partnership by AAIA, the Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association, MEMA, and Northwood University, these programs highlight both the educational and professional achievements of each recipient and, by extension, demonstrate the resulting competitive advantage for their employers and the aftermarket industry.