Twenty-Three Industry Professionals Receive AAP, MAAP Certificates In Las Vegas

Twenty-Three Industry Professionals Receive AAP, MAAP Certificates In Las Vegas

AAP and MAAP certificates were presented by University of the Aftermarket Director Brian Cruickshank, MAAP, and Northwood University President and CEO Dr. Keith Pretty, at Northwood University's annual graduation and awards luncheon on Tuesday, Oct 30, at the Venetian.

MIDLAND, Mich. – The University of the Aftermarket awarded Automotive Aftermarket Professional (AAP) and Master Automotive Aftermarket Professional (MAAP) certificates to 23 industry veterans at the 2012 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) this week in Las Vegas.
 
The University of the Aftermarket’s AAP and MAAP designation programs recognize long-term commitment to the aftermarket and professional development through programs and courses offered by the University and its association partners. Developed in partnership with AAIA, AASA, AWDA, MEMA and Northwood University, these programs highlight both the educational and professional achievements of each recipient and, by extension, demonstrate the resulting competitive advantage for their employers and the aftermarket industry.
 
AAP and MAAP certificates were presented by University of the Aftermarket Director Brian Cruickshank, MAAP, and Northwood University President and CEO Dr. Keith Pretty, at Northwood University’s annual graduation and awards luncheon on Tuesday, Oct 30, at the Venetian.
 
The 2012 graduates of the program are:
 
AAP Recipients:
 
• Ron Aparicio, Walker Products
• JR Bishop, Federated Auto Parts
• David Boer, UCI-FRAM Group
• Susan Bonino, ITW Permatex
• Todd Campau, Gates Corp.
• Joseph Felicelli, BBB Industries
• William Humber, General Parts International
• Jeffrey Koviak, Tenneco, Inc.
• Joey Miceli, Vast-Auto Distribution
• John Passante, Brenton Productions
• Mark Phillips, Babcox Media/Counterman Magazine
• Jack Ramsey, Gates Corp.
• Patricia Spierling, RL Polk
• Jeffrey Stankard, Babcox Media
 
MAAP Recipients:
 
• Jeff Brekke, Gates Corp.
• Bryan Funke, RL Polk
• Todd Hack, Gates Corp.
• Don McEntee, SKF USA
• Michael McGrath, SKF USA
• Ron Rossi, Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association
• Susan Ulrey, Tenneco Inc.
• John Washbish, Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance
• Richard White, Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association

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