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March 14, 2024

YANG Leadership Conference at Connect ‘23 – Why You Can’t Miss this Year’s Event!

by Mary Ieng

Yang Networking Dinner
(Caption: YANG Networking Dinner 2023)

The Young Auto Care Network Group (YANG) is the auto care industry’s dynamic and vibrant community of under-40 professionals community. YANG provides its members with the opportunity to network with industry peers, develop new skill sets and improve leadership capabilities. YANG hosted its 2023 YANG Leadership Conference, May 23-24, 2023, as part of Auto Care Connect Week in Orlando, Florida. 

The YANG Leadership Conference is a collaborative learning event designed for auto care industry professionals under the age of 40.  YANG Leadership Conference attendees enhance leadership skills, sharpen auto care industry knowledge, and develop new relationships with peers. 

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(Caption: YANG Leadership Conference: Speakers, Panelists and Audience)

The 2023 conference was led by YANG Chair Cotter Collins of Standard Motor Products, Inc., and included panel discussions with industry leaders, professional development, five for five speaker presentations and a fun networking reception. 

Here are some testimonials from the 2023 event: 

“Wow! What an incredible first experience with YANG and the auto Connect series! Looking forward to networking more with all these extraordinary professionals!” – Billy 

“Really thankful for my company’s support to grow within this industry and be included in event to grow my professional development. Thanks YANG!” – Chase 

“YANG is a fantastic organization that allows younger members to get to know industry trends in a more intimate manner.” – Nicholas 

Registration is now open for the 2024 Auto Care Connect Conference Week, May 5-8, Yang at Connect 2024, in Chicago, Ill. For more information and to register, click here

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Mike Chung

is director, market intelligence at Auto Care Association. With more than a dozen years of experience in market research, Chung provides the industry with timely information on key factors and trends influencing the health of the automotive aftermarket to help businesses throughout the supply chain make better business decisions. Chung has earned degrees in chemical engineering, environmental health, and business administration. He can be reached at michael.chung@autocare.org.

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