The Automotive Service Association (ASA) announced a strategic partnership with the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX), which is co-owned by Auto Care Association and Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA), to promote and support ASA’s 2016 regional training initiative for automotive service facility owners and repair professionals. ASA’s largest regional education program of 2016 will take place from Monday, Oct. 31 – Tuesday, Nov. 1 during AAPEX in Las Vegas at the Venetian.
“The partnership and ongoing collaboration among the associations is a defining moment for the industry,” said Dan Risley, ASA president and executive director. “Working together and leveraging each other’s strengths will benefit service repairers, suppliers and consumers. We are committed to continue exploring ways to deliver value to our members and helping the industry.”
Shop owners and managers attending the two-day training sessions will receive credit from the Automotive Management Institute (AMi) toward earning their Automotive Accredited Manager (AAM) designation. All sessions during this two-day management training are AMi-approved for credit. The cost is $150 for the two days, which includes free admission to AAPEX and SEMA.
The program will feature some of the top speakers in the industry, including:
• Bogi Lateiner
• Greg Marchand
• Amy Mattinat
• Bob Ward
• Jeremy O’Neal
• Bob Greenwood
• Donny Seyfer
• Jorge Antico
• Bill Haas
• Jude Larsen
Sessions will focus on vital topics for managers to run and grow their businesses, including profitability secrets, targeted marketing, succession planning, effective leadership, servicing connected cars, data management, process improvement and LEAN, selling maintenance, growing your customer base, hiring processes and more.
“Delivering quality education and training at convenient times and locations for repair shop owners and managers is more important than ever,” said Bill Hanvey, Auto Care Association president and CEO. “Faced with rapidly developing vehicle technology, advanced management systems and higher customer expectations, these professionals must possess the knowledge and skills necessary to run efficient and profitable businesses. We look forward to collaborating with ASA on this and other initiatives to further enhance educational opportunities for the auto care industry.”
For the complete agenda and information, visit aapexshow.com/asa or call 817-514-2900.