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Business Tools | Thursday October 17 AAIA Recognizes Long-Time MembersThe Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) will recognize six aftermarket companies for their 75 or more years of continuous membership in one or more of the national trade associations that today make up AAIA. The new AAIA Member Recognition Program is also honoring 25- and 50-year members."AAIA is truly a member-driven trade association dedicated to serving, protecting and expanding the aftermarket," said Alfred L. Gaspar, AAIA president and CEO. "We are proud to give special recognition to those dedicated members who have helped strengthen and grow the association over the years." Member companies who will be receiving plaques in honor of at least 75 years of membership are Automotive Parts Headquarters. Inc., Elgin Industries, Federal-Mogul Corporation, Henkel Surface Technologies, OTC/SPX, and Thul Auto Parts, Inc. AAIA is also honoring 39 members that have been with AAIA for 50 years, and 277 that have been members for 25 years. AAIA members have historical roots in may great organizations, which date back to the early 1900s, including: The National Standard Parts Association, Motor Equipment Wholesalers Association, Automotive Electric Association, Automotive Service Industry Association, Automotive Parts & Accessories Association, Automotive Affiliated Representatives, Automotive International Association and the Paint, Body and Equipment Association. ©2002 Collision Repair Industry INSIGHT | FEATURED
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