Leadership Development Network (LDN)

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Northwood Student Resumes

LDN Roster - HTML
LDN Roster - datasheet
LDN Member Committee Assignments - HTML

LDN Discussion Forum
LDN Brochure/Membership Application (.pdf/188 KB)
The Next Step Program
Fun Walk & Run

How to Get Involved
Members and Staff Liaison

Mission

The Leadership Development Network consists of individuals who help aftermarket professionals to grow professionally through networking, educational and philanthropic endeavors.

The Leadership Development Network encourages donations to the Aftermarket Foundation. Founded in 1959 as the Jesselson Benevolent Association, the Aftermarket Foundation assists individuals and families in the automotive aftermarket who have fallen on hard times. For more information about the Aftermarket Foundation, please call 772-286-5500. 

Next Step Program

Which one of your employees is ready to take the Next Step?

The AAIA Leadership Development Network (LDN) encourages junior-to-mid- level aftermarket professionals to develop lasting involvement in the industry and the association through participating in the Next Step Program.

This program, which represents the next step in automotive aftermarket leadership, allows those who are new to the industry an opportunity to see - up close - how the association and various aspects of the industry work. As people become more connected and involved in the industry, they are more likely to build long-lasting careers in the aftermarket.

A Next Step participant will attend various AAIA committee meetings, participate in a roundtable about best practices and network at the lunches, dinners and receptions. Most meals are included, and the employee's company will be asked to cover travel expenses. Click here to download an application. (.pdf/374 KB)

Testimonials:

• "The casual atmosphere made for an enjoyable program and the size of our orientation group was perfect to foster an incredible bonding experience. The program offers a fantastic introduction to AAIA and aided tremendously in my decision to continue my involvement in the association." - Brian Owens, ROL Manufacturing

• "The Next Step Program is like a First Class ticket to get more actively involved in the association's activities. I had the opportunity to attend one of the three annual AAIA meetings, participate as a guest in the committee or segment meeting of my choosing and network with prominent industry leaders." - Arturas Rainys, DesignTech International

Fun Walk & Run

The Leadership Development Network (LDN) held a Fun Walk & Run on Saturday, April 28, 2007, during the AAIA Spring Leadership Days at the Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa in Chandler, Ariz.

The purpose of the annual Fun Walk & Run is to raise money for scholarships. This year, LDN will be offering two $2,500 scholarships to Northwood University students pursuing degrees in Aftermarket Management. Generous support from the following companies allows us to continue this tradition:

• Affinia Group
• Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc.
• Blitz U.S.A., Inc.
• Blue Magic, Inc.
• Clevite Engine Parts / Dana Corporation
• Counterman Magazine
• Delphi Corporation
• Gates Corporation
• National Pronto Association
• ROL Manufacturing of America, Inc.
• Standard Motor Products
• Technical Chemical Company (TCC)
• Technologue
• Timken
• TruStar
• William T. Glasgow, Inc.

Click here to see photos from this event!

How to Get Involved

Membership in the LDN is on an individual or corporate basis. To become a member, contact the AAIA membership department at 301-654-6664, or contact staff liaison, Marcella Tilli, at 301-654-6664 or marcella.tilli@aftermarket.org.

You may also download and distribute the LDN Brochure/Membership Application (.pdf).

Committee and Liaison

The LDN committee meets three times a year for association planning purposes. Opportunities exist to become involved in the leadership of the association through serving as volunteers on committees. Each year, committee rosters are reviewed and candidates are nominated. Individuals interested in serving on an AAIA committee must send a letter of interest and a bio to AAIA Chair, c/o Dedra Selby at dedra.selby@aftermarket.org.

Committee Chair

Don Keeling , N.A. Williams Company
Kirkwood, Mo.

Vice Chair

Jason Porrini, Technologue, Inc.
Malvern, Penn.

Committee Members

Thomas Beer, Interamerican Motor Company
Conoga Park, Calif.

Corey Bartlett, Automotive Parts Headquarters, Inc.
St. Cloud, Minn.

Chris Cammack, Grote Industries, Inc.
Madison, Ind.

Scott Donnelly, Delphi Corporation
Troy, Mich.

Steve Dresser AAP, Tomkins plc
Denver, Colo.

Larry Allan Easterlin, TCC (Technical Chemical Co.)
Cleburne, Texas

Ted Hughes Jr. , Clevite Engine Parts/Dana Corporation
Ann Arbor, Mich.

Matthew McKenna, Cadna Automotive
Memphis, Tenn.

F. Scott Pletz, Marketing & Promotion, Inc.
Irving, Texas

Sherri Rains, Blitz U.S.A., Inc.
Miami, Ohkla.

Joel Walker, Meineke Car Care Centers
Charlotte, N.C.

Advisors

Amy Antenora, Babcox Publications
Akron, Ohio

Brian Cruickshank, AAP, Babcox Publications
Akron, Ohio

Michelle Dickemann, MD Publications, Inc.
Springfield, Mo.

Past Committee Chair

Frank Frderick, ROL Manufacturing of America, Inc.
Oviedo, Fla.

Committee Liaison

J.David Bell, Erie Drive Train, Inc.
Erie, Penn

Marcella Tilli, AAIA
Tel: 301-654-6664
Fax: 301-654-3299
E-mail: marcella.tilli@aftermarket.org

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