Shop owners, service writers, advanced and intermediate technicians, and automotive industry suppliers are encouraged to attend the 5th Annual Automotive Service Association of Illinois (ASA-Illinois) Chicago Automotive Networking (CAN) Conference, scheduled for Friday, Sept. 20, through Sunday, Sept. 22, 2013, at the Crowne Plaza Chicago O’Hare in Rosemont, IL.
The CAN Conference, which draws industry professionals from all over the United States and Canada, will feature the best class instructors and education opportunities in the automotive sector, top vendors with the latest tools and technology, a variety of hands-on demonstrations on the exhibit show floor, and networking opportunities with industry peers and suppliers.
The 2013 education line-up includes management, advanced and intermediate technician classes led by industry experts John Thornton, Scot Manna, Matt Winslow, Bernie Thompson, Scott Shotton, Jim Moritz, Bob Pattengale and Jorge Menchu. Topics will cover tips on increasing shop profits, effective management skills and Internet marketing strategies, understanding fuel injection, electrical circuit testing, German car driveability, air fuel ratio sensors, top three DTCs, waveform analysis and energy management systems.
For additional information regarding classes, instructors, exhibit opportunities, online registration and hotel details, visit the conference website at www.asacanconference.com. Or, contact Sharon Ozimek and Deb Bullwinkel, co-executive directors of ASA-Illinois, via email at [email protected] or at the following numbers: (877) 272-4445, (773) 919-3875 or (630) 430-3832.
Since 1951, ASA-Illinois has been the leading organization for owners and managers of automotive service businesses that strive to deliver excellence in service and repairs to consumers. ASA-Illinois advances professionalism and excellence in the automotive repair industry through education, member services and legislative representation on the state level. ASA-Illinois is an affiliate of the Automotive Service Association (ASA), headquartered in Colleyville, TX.