Former Director Of The CIA And NSA Michael Hayden To Speak At AAPEX 2016
During his address, Hayden will dissect political situations in hot spots around the world, analyzing the tumultuous global environment and offering an unapologetic insider’s look at what it all means for America and America’s interests.
Auto Care Association Elects New Officers And Board Of Directors For 2016-’17
The Auto Care Association elected its new officers and board of directors for 2016-’17. This board is effective as of July 1.
SEMA Accepting Scholarship Applications
The SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund offers financial assistance of up to $5,000 to help foster the next generation of automotive aftermarket industry leaders and innovators. Students can apply for the scholarship at sema.org/scholarships. Deadline for the program is March 1, 2016.
Car Care Council Women’s Board Names Vonda Lee The 2015 Auto Care Woman Of Excellence
The Car Care Council Women’s Board (WB) recently announced that Vonda Lee, director of retail and special markets, Beck/Arnley, is the 2015 recipient of the Auto Care Woman of Excellence award. Lee will be presented with the award at the WB press conference and reception at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 3 at the Sands Expo, room No. 310 during AAPEX in Las Vegas.
2015 SEMA Memorial Scholarship Winners Announced
The SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund awarded $150,000 to 58 individuals this year. This includes 45 SEMA scholarships presented to current students, and 13 loan-forgiveness awards presented to employees of SEMA-member companies.
Adapting To Change – The Key To Success In Business
It is often said that change is the only constant. Nobody understands that better than Chuck Wichrowski, owner of Baum Boulevard Automotive, an 8-bay automotive repair shop in Pittsburgh, PA. He has built his entire business model around the concept.
Agenda Announced For Automotive Communication Council (ACC) 2015 Annual Conference
The Automotive Communication Council (ACC) has announced the agenda for its 2015 annual conference. This year’s event will be held April 14-16 in downtown Austin, TX, at the Sheraton at the Capitol. The agenda is designed to inspire new ideas and thought-provoking marketing.
Executive Interview: Robert Sanford, General Director, ACDelco
Robert Sanford is general director of the ACDelco channel of General Motors and is responsible for its business strategies and overall performance. He joined GM in 1982 and has served in a variety of service, sales, aftersales and management roles with the company.
Car Care Council Women’s Board Names Female Shop Owner Of The Year
Bogi Lateiner, owner, 180 Degrees Automotive Inc., has been named the Female Shop Owner of the Year. Lateiner has grown her business from a one-person operation to a mostly female-staffed million-dollar company without any advertising. Her shop is known for its unique design with a coffee-shop inspired waiting room, and is well-respected by her employees and customers.
Car Care Council Women’s Board Announces 2014 Scholarship Winners
The Car Care Council Women’s Board has announced the recipients of its 2014 scholarships for high school and secondary students in the automotive aftermarket. This year, the Women’s Board gave a record $24,000 in scholarships.