AASA Vision Conference
Annual Membership Meeting
“Bringing the Global Automotive Aftermarket Into Focus”
AASA Vision Conference 2010
March 16 + 17, 2010
InterContinental Chicago O'Hare, Rosemont, Ill.
Overview
AASA Vision Conference is the premier event exclusively for members of the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) and its annual membership meeting. Its successful format creates a forum for the open exchange of ideas, best practices and collaborative efforts to adapt and prosper in the changing global marketplace.
This annual conference identifies industry and corporate strategies that will support members’ efforts to achieve increased levels of profitability.
Format
The program includes keynote addresses by aftermarket retailers and distributors, best practice presentations by members and panel discussions of trends and challenges affecting automotive aftermarket suppliers.
“Vision Workgroup Sessions” also may be offered. These roundtable discussions will be focused on key issues and initiatives for the association and its members.
Potential Keynote Topics
Past keynote topics have included: Affecting Change in Washington; NA Supplier Image: Restoring Balance in the Aftermarket; Exporting in the New Global Economy; Thriving in an Economic Downturn; and the Future of the U.S. Aftermarket. Topics for future Vision keynote addresses may include: Exploring New International Opportunities, Lessons Learned from a Global Automotive Supplier, How Washington is Affecting the Aftermarket Business Environment, Re-inventing to Stay on the Leading Edge, Telematics and other Technologies on the Horizon, Establishing a Strong Position with Customers, Services & Products – A Two-Prong Approach.
Target Audience
Nearly 150 attendees participated in the AASA Vision Conference 2009, held March 18 in Chicago. Vision participants represent the leaders of the North American aftermarket manufacturers: AASA member company executives responsible for management, sales, marketing, procurement, operations, government affairs, supply chain and manufacturing.
Event Benefits
The AASA Vision Conference supports members’ to meet global aftermarket challenges and opportunities through:
- forecasting the future outlook of the aftermarket supplying industry
- providing networking for members only to address issues affecting aftermarket suppliers
- evaluating best practices and successes from other industries
- identifying strategic direction and new initiatives
