AAPEX Announcement: AAPEX 2021 announces CEOs to participate in Keynote Buyer Panel
Las Vegas, Nevada — AAPEX 2021 has assembled a Keynote Buyer Panel of well-known industry CEOs for an engaging discussion on key topics facing the automotive aftermarket industry. The panel discussion will take place during the Keynote Session at this year’s in-person event, Tuesday, Nov. 2, through Thursday, Nov. 4, at the Sands Expo and […]
Lavender’s Legacy: Longtime BASF representative Cam Lavender retires
Toronto, Ontario — Last Friday, longtime BASF representative Cameron Lavender officially hung up his coat and retired from the automotive aftermarket. Prior to his retirement, Cam served as the Business Development Manager at BASF Canada—but he has worked at the company for more than 23 years, occupying a spectrum of different roles. “BASF is a […]
Plea for Proposals: AAPEXedu 2021 program now accepting presentation proposals
Las Vegas, Nevada — Proposals are being accepted for the AAPEXedu 2021 program, which will include three on-site general education sessions and four pre-event general education webinars that explore the future of the automotive aftermarket. Industry members may submit session proposals at: www.aapexshow.com/call-for-sessions/. Proposals are due by Friday, July 30, and sessions selected for the […]
Go for Gaudet: Emile Gaudet named president of Canadian Automotive Group
Boucherville, Quebec – Uni-Select has appointed Emile Gaudet to the position of President and Chief Operating Officer, Canadian Automotive Group, effective July 1, 2021. During her employment at Uni-Select, Gaudet has held various roles. She was Chief Financial Officer at FinishMaster, and recently, became the Vice President of Corporate Finance. Later, she stepped in as […]
Cash for Grabs: Submissions for the University of the Aftermarket’s scholarship program due June 15
Toronto, Ontario — This year’s deadline for the University of the Aftermarket’s scholarship program is June 15, 2021. Selected applicants will receive $1,000 to go towards their post-secondary education. A matching grant is also awarded to scholarship recipients who are working to become technicians in the automotive aftermarket. While all students are encouraged to apply, […]
AIA Canada Wants You: Applications open for Board of Directors
Ottawa, Ontario — You could be the next member appointed to the Automotive Industries Association of Canada’s (AIA Canada) board of directors. Every year at AIA Canada, two or more directors complete their term on the board. It is the responsibility of the nominating committee to propose a slate of new directors for consideration to […]
Extensive Experience: RS Finishing Systems names Tyler Zacher-King distributor for Ontario
Aurora, Ontario — RS Finishing Systems Inc. is proud to announce the appointment of Tyler Zacher-King from Motivated Reps Agency as their official representative for the province of Ontario. RS Finishing Systems is the official Canadian importer and distributor of Uno-Liner Systems, which manufactures high-quality frame straightening and repair equipment. “Tyler brings with him more […]
SEMA to unveil the ‘Hottest New Vehicles’
Diamond Bar, California — August 30, 2016 — SEMA has promised something interesting to kick off opening night of the 2016 SEMA Show. The Hottest New Vehicles of 2016 will be revealed Tuesday, November 1, on the opening day of the 2016 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Chosen by exhibiting manufacturers, the SEMA […]
AIA Canada launches BC division
Ottawa, Ontario — May 26, 2016 — The Automotive Industries Association of Canada has created a new provincial division for British Columbia. In fact, the new division has already held its first meeting. It took place in Richmond in April. “All of us in the automotive aftermarket know that our industry is in the […]
SEMA seeking superstars for next Launch Pad competition
Diamond Bar, California — March 31, 2016 — Young and emerging entrepreneurs in the automotive aftermarket are often full of ideas and are willing to work hard, but they may still need help to jumpstart their business. An announcement from the SEMA Young Executives Network (YEN) showcases a new opportunity to do just that. SEMA […]
