The Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA) Calls For Industry Awards Nominations

BETHESDA, Md. – The Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA) is now accepting nominations for its annual awards to be presented at the AWDA conference in conjunction with AAPEX in Las Vegas in November.

The AWDA Council of Governors recently voted to rename its Automotive Leader of the Year Award as tribute to Jack Creamer, a widely recognized and beloved member of the AWDA family. The 2015 slate of awards are:

Art Fisher Memorial Scholarship Award
Pursuit of Excellence Award
Martin Fromm Lifetime Achievement Award
Jack Creamer Automotive Leader of the Year Award

“AWDA believes that outstanding aftermarket business people and companies should be recognized for their commitment to the association and the industry in general,” said Corey Bartlett, AWDA chairman, Automotive Parts Headquarters Inc. “One public and visible way we accomplish this is to present awards at AWDA’s annual conference in the fall.”

Award nomination forms, award criteria and a list of past award winners are available on the Auto Care Association website.

Nomination forms should be printed and submitted to [email protected] or faxed to (301) 654-3299.

The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) announced the launch of its 65th-anniversary fundraising initiative. Running through July 1, 2024, the campaign aims to raise $65,000 through 1,000 donations of $65 each. This impactful effort highlights the industry's commitment to taking care of its own, the AACF said.

From sudden illness and death to natural disasters, the foundation has provided assistance to industry professionals and their families during their darkest hours. As AACF celebrates its 65th year of service, it remains steadfast in its mission to provide financial support and resources to those in the automotive aftermarket industry in need, the organization said.