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By Counterman
Walker Products announced its generous donation to this year’s scholarship fundraising effort led by the California Automotive Wholesalers Association (CAWA).
“The donation reflects Walker Products’ ongoing commitment to supporting educational opportunities and the development of future industry leaders,” the company said in a news release.
The CAWA Leadership scholarship program has been a vital force in fostering the academic and professional growth of individuals pursuing careers within the automotive aftermarket. Walker Products recognizes the importance of investing in the next generation of automotive professionals.
“We are pleased to announce that Walker Products has donated to this year’s fundraising effort on behalf of the association’s scholarship programs,” said Grant Kitching, president and CEO at Walker Products.
“We value our partnership with CAWA and are honored to be a member of their association. Walker’s donation reflects our commitment to CAWA, the automotive aftermarket and young professionals beginning their journey in this industry.”
The donation is a testament to Walker Products’ enduring commitment to fostering a stronger, more educated automotive aftermarket workforce, Walker noted. Grant Kitching and the Weaver family, alongside the entire Walker Products team, have shown their dedication to the industry and the vision of empowering the next generation of leaders.
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By Counterman
The Aftermarket Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA), a community of the Auto Care Association, announced its pledge of support to Northwood University’s University of the Aftermarket by donating four scholarships for industry professionals to participate in the university’s upcoming Leadership 2.0 program.
The Leadership 2.0 program is a cornerstone in the industry’s efforts to foster the development of a new generation of visionary executives who will help drive the aftermarket to new levels.
“The University of the Aftermarket’s Leadership 2.0 program are two of the most valuable weeks an aftermarket professional can participate in to enhance their personal and professional skill set,” said Ashlee Arnold, vice president at Arnold Oil Company of Austin, and chairperson for AWDA. “A big part of what makes the Leadership 2.0 program special is having the perspective from all channels of our industry, including the shop owners. This makes our entire industry stronger.”
AWDA continues its leadership position within the industry by advocating for and supporting events and initiatives that support the entire industry. 2023 marks the continuation of a years-long contribution to the Leadership 2.0 program, a program that is attended by all different segments of our industry from manufacturers to retailers and distributors, technicians, as well as agencies and any other aftermarket professional.
“Northwood University’s University of the Aftermarket is pleased to announce our collaboration with AWDA by promoting professional development within our aftermarket industry,” said Thomas Litzinger, executive director for the University of the Aftermarket. “We recognize AWDA’s tremendous support by acknowledging their willingness to provide scholarships to aftermarket professionals who can personally benefit from our Leadership 2.0 coursework, but also ultimately provide value to their organization and our industry. We appreciate AWDA’s vision for education and their commitment to developing the future leaders of our industry.”
The 2023-2024 AWDA Leadership 2.0 scholarship recipients are:
Brandon Burton, Mastertek Auto Repair Steven Lam, Parts Authority Tony Odom, Parts Authority Blake Pugh, Tri-County Auto & Truck Parts AWDA represents the top distributors and manufacturers of motor vehicle parts nationwide. The 76-year-old organization is a key segment of the Auto Care Association.
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By Counterman
FleetPride has acquired the assets of Zender’s Truck & Equipment, Parts & Service Inc., based in Bellingham, Washington.
Zender’s has been providing parts and service to the heavy-duty trucking industry for more than 20 years. This acquisition is part of FleetPride’s strategy to continue expanding its presence in the heavy-duty aftermarket.
“We’re delighted to welcome Bruce and the entire Zender’s team to the FleetPride family, with their wide-ranging expertise, outstanding service, and loyal customers,” said Mike Harris, FleetPride president of parts and service. “Zender’s Truck & Equipment has a strong culture, which is reflected in their talent and robust customer following that fits very well with our vision and values. We look forward to supporting the Zender’s team.”
Bruce Zender, owner of Zender’s Truck & Equipment, Parts & Service, added, “Joining FleetPride is a tremendous opportunity for our team and customers. This move will help us to continue to provide superior customer service and support for our customers.”
This acquisition gives customers in northwest Washington access to FleetPride’s advanced supply chain and provides future employees with career development opportunities, including FleetPride Tech University. In addition, it marks the company’s first service location on the West Coast.
“Establishing a comprehensive parts and service national footprint maximizes our ability to support customers with technical expertise in local markets we serve,” added Harris. “It also enables large regional and national fleets to leverage our scale for greater uptime, and lets them access our broad assortment of products, and e-commerce solutions on FleetPride.com.”
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By Counterman
GB Remanufacturing announced that it donated more than $45,000 to local and national organizations in 2022.
The organizations include Memorial Medical Center Foundation, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Pathways to Independence, WACOSA, Building Homes for Heroes and the University of the Aftermarket.
“GB Reman is proud to support these organizations, and looks forward to another charitable year in 2023,” the company said in a news release.
To learn more about each organization, click on the links below.
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By Counterman
FleetPride announced that it has acquired the assets of Nationwide Truck Service of Louisville, Kentucky.
Founded in 1989 and owned by Eric Adkins, Nationwide Truck Service offers a wide range of repair services from its 21-bay facility and mobile repair units in addition to 24/7 roadside support.
The Service Center at 355 Farmington Ave. will team up with the existing FleetPride parts branch at 4670 Jennings Lane in Louisville, “creating a complete value proposition for customers,” according to FleetPride. Adkins and his son, Jake, will remain involved in the day-to-day operations.
“This is an outstanding opportunity for our valued customers and our team,” said Adkins. “Our customers will appreciate the access to a nationwide network of parts and service, and our employees will have the ability to grow and advance in FleetPride’s new service organization.”
“We are truly excited to welcome Eric and Jake Adkins and the entire Nationwide Truck Service team to the FleetPride family,” said Cory Anderson, general manager and vice president of service at FleetPride. “Over the past three decades, the Nationwide team has become one of the most trusted independent service providers, which customers have come to depend on, in Louisville.”
“Growth through acquisitions remains a focus for our company,” said Mike Harris, senior vice president of sales and operations at FleetPride. “We believe our value proposition resonates with owners of parts and service companies who are seeking a succession plan, or a partner that can provide a long-term foundation for their employees and customers. We look forward to the partnership with the Nationwide Truck Service team to carry on their tradition of service excellence while expanding service capabilities to our existing customers including large regional and national fleets.”
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