Media Updates: Nov. 2, 2023

Nov. 2, 2023

Hello Media Representative:

It's the last day of AAPEX, but there’s still time to visit Joe’s Garage, an entire floor on Level 1 of The Venetian Expo dedicated to service and repair professionals. Make sure to step into the real-world shop with 10 fully equipped bays, lifts, running vehicles and a source capture vehicle exhaust system for hands-on learning and product and equipment demonstrations. At 2 p.m., visit Bay 10, the Service Bay, when a newly repaired 2013 Ford Edge will be presented to a Veteran through the Progressive Keys to Progress® Veteran Vehicle Giveaway Program.

Today's Highlights

Sustainabili-TEA (and Coffee) networking event, 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., The Venetian, Casanova Rooms 603-604. Registration is required.
Joe’s Garage demos, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., The Venetian Expo, Level 1
Promises and Perils of ChatGPT and AI, 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m., The Venetian Expo, Level 1, Rooms 403-404
EV Experience Stage presentations, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., The Venetian Expo, Level 1, Booth J7409
Six Steps to Skyrocketing Your Bottom Line, noon to 1:30 p.m., The Venetian Expo, Level 1, Rooms 403-404

Magic Johnson Opens AAPEX with Inspirational Message on Winning

NBA Legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson delivered an inspirational message on winning to AAPEX 2023 attendees, sharing insights and advice that guided him during his basketball career and later as a businessman working primarily in urban communities. To learn more, read the AAPEX Press Release.

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AAPEX Presents Best Booth Awards

AAPEX presented the 5th Annual Best Booth Awards to exhibiting companies during a ceremony on Nov. 1. Best in Show awards were presented to Febreze, Booth A6524 (10X10 or Linear), and Brembo North America, Booth A1255, (Peninsula or Island). Additional awards were presented to:

Best 10X10 Booth: BugSlide®, Booth A5844
Best Linear Booth (200 sq. ft. or more): Febreze, Booth A6524
Best Small Peninsula (less than 800 sq. ft.): MEYLE AG, Booth A33001
Best Large Peninsula (800 sq. ft. or more): Standard Motor Products, Inc., Booth A4226
Best Small Island (less than 800 sq. ft.): Dacomsa S.A de C.V., Booth A2031
Best Large Island (800 sq. ft. or more): Brembo North America, Booth A1255
Best Pavilion: ACMA
Best Sustainable Booth Design: DC Gaskets, Booth A3254

Exhibitor Press Releases and Press Kits

For press releases and press kits from exhibiting companies, visit the AAPEX 2023 Exhibitor Online Press Room.

Self-Guided Media Tours

AAPEX is offering Self-Guided Media Tours of the new EV Experience, Sustainability at AAPEX and Joe’s Garage, plus tours of the New Product and New Packaging Showcases Awards and the Best Booth Awards. Tour information will be provided on-site in the AAPEX Media Center, Casanova Room 601, The Venetian. For digital versions of the tours, contact AAPEX Media.