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AAPEX 2021 Begins Weekly Webinars in October
LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Sept. 21, 2021 – AAPEX will again host weekly webinars in October to keep attendees ahead of the curve on important topics trending in the automotive aftermarket. Webinars will be offered at no cost and will take place Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to noon (EDT), leading up to the in-person event, Nov. 2 through Nov. 4, at the Sands Expo and Caesars Forum Conference Center in Las Vegas.
Registration is required for each webinar and may be completed by using the links below or the AAPEX website. This year’s lineup includes:
- Oct. 5: Developing a Sustainable Workforce Through Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will show how to promote DEI efforts at an organization while creating a sustainable workforce. Presented by Tammy Tecklenburg, principal, Tecklenburg Advisors. Speakers include: Jessica Hinman, chief corporate responsibility officer, FCP Euro, and Lani Glancy, vice president, Talent Development, DEI & Communications, AutoZone;
- Oct. 12: Data Sources and Application Amidst an Evolving Economy and Industry will feature a moderated panel discussion with industry experts that explores new approaches taken to industry data collection and its application. Presented by Michael Chung, director, Market Intelligence, Auto Care Association;
- Oct. 19: Managing Pricing In A Complex Multi-Channel Sales Environment will discuss how best-in-class aftermarket suppliers manage all of the challenges around multi-channel pricing. Presented by Neury Freitas, principal, Roland Berger;
- Oct. 26: Reducing Risk and Spend in the Global Supply Chain: Challenges & Opportunities in Import and Export will provide action-oriented recommendations for both short - and long-term decisions and investments. Presented by Thomas A. Cook, managing director, Blue Tiger International,
To learn more, visit the AAPEX October Webinar Series.
To register for AAPEX, visit attendee registration on the AAPEX website, aapexshow.com.
Health & Safety Measures
As of Aug. 26, the co-owners of AAPEX – the Auto Care Association and the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) – will require proof of a COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID PCR test administered prior to arrival in order to attend the 2021 event. AAPEX co-owners also are evaluating the potential for onsite testing for those unable to be vaccinated or to obtain a negative PCR test prior to the show. These measures will be administered through a third-party verification platform and on-site screening. Additionally, while subject to change, as of July 30, 2021, Nevada is requiring masks for all indoor events in Las Vegas. AAPEX will announce more details in the near future on its Onsite Health & Safety page.
SEMA Show (November 2-5, Las Vegas Convention Center) organizers are taking into account that the COVID-19 landscape is changing week to week. The SEMA Show is working with state and local health authorities to announce more in the coming weeks concerning safety measures that will be required in November. While subject to change, as of July 30, 2021, Nevada is requiring masks for all indoor events in Las Vegas.
About AAPEX
AAPEX represents the more than $1.6 trillion global automotive aftermarket industry and features innovative products, services and technologies, as well as advanced business management and technical training for professionals to maintain excellence and take their businesses to the next level.
Historically, AAPEX features approximately 2,500 exhibiting companies. AAPEX buyers include automotive service and repair professionals, auto parts retailers, independent warehouse distributors, program groups, service chains, automotive dealers, fleet buyers and engine builders.
AAPEX is a trade-only event and is closed to the general public.
AAPEX is co-owned by the Auto Care Association and the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA), the light vehicle aftermarket division of the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA). For more information, visit www.aapexshow.com or e-mail: info@aapexshow.com. On social media, follow AAPEX at #AAPEX21.
