About Us
Who We Are
The Import Vehicle Community of the Auto Care Association is hyper-focused on serving the needs of all businesses engaged in import vehicle and advanced technology products and services.
Irrespective of the business' size or share of the business devoted to import and advanced technology products and services, the Import Vehicle Community’s benefit is unchanged.
What We Do
- Create and secure strategic networking opportunities that increase brand awareness and visibility for our members.
- Lead discussions and share insight on challenges and opportunities facing the import parts supply chain.
- Contribute to industry efforts ensuring the independent aftermarket’s ability to repair import vehicles.
- Provide perspective and education initiatives for import vehicles and advanced technology.
- Recognize outstanding individuals, companies, and products whose accomplishments have significantly contributed to the advancement of the import vehicle community.
benefits
Resources available to Import Vehicle Community members of the Auto Care Association include:- Direct networking opportunities with top U.S. and global executives.
- International trade education and resources.
- Member communications that keep you updated on industry developments that impact your business.
Import Vehicle Community Executive Leadership Council
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Vinay Mamidi
CSF, Inc.
Chair -
Fred Snow
DMA Industries, LLC
Vice Chair -
Steven Hughes
HCS International
Past Chair -
Eric Banas
NSK Corporation
Member -
Nick Bauer
FCP Euro
Member -
Stephen Bearden
H.B. International Marketing Services, Inc.
Member -
Thomas Beer
SSF Imported Auto Parts LLC
Member -
Jeff Berman
Partslink LLC
Member -
Michelle Christenson
IQ Integrated Quality Inc.
Member -
Jerry Conroy
Schaeffler Group USA Inc.
Member -
Dan Duneske
Robert Bosch, LLC
Member -
Tony Genna
Phinia, Inc.
Member -
Michael Palm
CRP Industries Inc.
Member -
Robert Riefberg
SRS Marketing Company, Inc.
Member -
Ben Smart
ZF Aftermarket
Member -
John Treece
DMA Industries, LLC
Member -
Angela Chiang
Auto Care Association
Staff Liaison
Apply for the Executive Leadership Council
The Import Vehicle Community Executive Leadership Council (ELC) provides guidance and makes recommendations on issues impacting members in the import nameplate parts and services business.
Deadline: Aug. 15, 2023