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Who We Are
Women in Auto Care (WiAC) is comprised of individual members employed in the automotive industry. The organization is dedicated to the advancement, education and empowerment of women within the auto care industry.

What We Do
WiAC is dedicated to providing opportunities, education and career leadership to women in the auto care industry through conferences, networking, scholarships, education, data, awards and more.

  • The committee organizes and hosts an annual Women's Leadership Conference. The conferences focuses on professional development and offers several educational and networking opportunities.
    • WiAC conferences are accredited by the Northwood University since 2012, offering attendees continuing education unit (CEU) credits toward their Automotive Aftermarket Professional (AAP) or Master Automotive Aftermarket Professional (MAAP) designations.
  • Every year, WiAC grants multiple scholarships for deserving high school and post-secondary female students. Since 2004, Women in Auto Care has awarded more than $450,000 to female students.
  • WiAC administers and sanctions several awards recognizing excellence in several categories throughout the industry. All awards are presented annually during the WiAC awards ceremony at the AAPEX show in Las Vegas.
    • Women of the Year awards provide recognition to the amazing female contributors within the automotive industry.
    • The Automotive Communication Awards recognize companies and agencies that provide automotive information through outstanding advertising, marketing and public relations efforts.
       

  • Committee Liaison

    Kelly Molyneux
    Director, Technology Programs



    Women in Auto Care Executive Committee Members

    • Tammy Chaffee Tecklenburg (Chair), Tecklenburg Advisors 
    • Olivia Newton (Vice Chair), Standard Motor Products
    • Sarah Shelstrom, Integrated Supply Network
    • Dawn Zieren, The NPD Group
    • Danielle Sonnefeld, N.A. Williams Company
    • Lisa Nazoyan, MAHLE Aftermarket Inc.
    • Jill Trotta, RepairPal
    • Brandi Gardner, AutoZone

    Women in Auto Care Champions

    Women in Auto Care Champions have exclusive opportunities to help support our key initiatives through ‘Micro Volunteering’ efforts. Champions earn insight and exposure to the committee and meet volunteer requirements for certifications, such as ACP.

    Click to expand initiatives:
    + Communications and Communication Awards (AAPEX)
    + Conference Planning /Women of the Year Awards
    + Global Collaborations
    + Mentoring
    + Scholarships
    + Shop Owner and Technician Collaborations
    + Sponsorship

     

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  • Women in Auto Care organizes and hosts an annual leadership conference. This conference provides attendees with dynamic speakers and workshops including personal and professional development tools and updates on industry trends. All attendees are eligible to receive continuing education units (CEU) credits toward their Automotive Aftermarket Professional (AAP) or Master Automotive Aftermarket Professional (MAAP) professional designations. 

    Our conferences have been accredited by Northwood University since 2012.

    Overview of our Events!


    Next Event:

    2020 Women in Auto Care Leadership Conference
    Feb. 19-20 | Charlotte, NC  
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    Browse through previous conference photos

  • Women in Auto Care awards provide recognition to the amazing female contributors within the automotive industry. The committee reviews applicants and nominations and administers awards annually for both women of the year and automotive communications awards. Winners and recipients are recognized at the Women in Auto Care awards ceremony and reception during the AAPEX show in Las Vegas, Nevada.

    Questions? Email: womeninautocare@autocare.org

    Watch this informative CarmCast on the benefits of getting involved

    CarmCast Auto Care Association Awards Highlights

    Automotive Communications Awards

      Deadline to submit: Closed

    The Automotive Communications Awards recognize companies and agencies that provide automotive information through outstanding advertising, marketing and public relations efforts. The communications awards cover several Business to Consumer and Business to Business categories. Companies can submit for as many categories as they see fit.

    Communication Awards are CLOSED for 2019

    + Award Eligibility and Criteria

    LIST of COMMUNICATION AWARD CATEGORIES   

    Women of the Year Awards

    Women in Auto Care annually honors deserving women throughout the industry with three Women of the Year Awards:

    • Auto Care Woman of the Year -This award is presented annually to a woman who is a leader, mentor, and role model  who has made significant and outstanding contributions to the auto care industry.
      2018 Winner: Dawn Zieren, SVP Global and Strategic Initiatives, The NPD Group
    • Female Shop Owner of the Year - This award is presented annually to an outstanding female shop owner who demonstrates role model behaviors, leadership and commitment to the advancement of women.
      2018 Winner: Kathleen Jarosik, Owner, Xpertech Auto Repair, Inc.
    • Auto Care Woman of Excellence - This award is presented annually to a woman who is a Women in Auto Care member and who has provided recent outstanding contributions to the auto care industry while demonstrating role model behaviors, leadership and commitment to the advancement of women. She is considered a rising star in the industry.
      2018 Winner: Nicole Huard, Manager, Category Management and Consumer Insights, Robert Bosch, LLC

      Click here to view the past Woman of the Year Award Winners
    + Award Eligibility and Criteria

    *WOTY Awards are CLOSED for 2019*

     

  • Join our mentorship program as a mentor or mentee. We will partner you for a mentor relationship that will help you grow. 

    Mentee Benefits

    		  

    Mentor Benefits
    • Personalized development opportunity to address individual learning needs
    • Opportunity to develop new skills and expertise
    • Access to independent and objective perspectives
    • Enhanced confidence in dealing with challenges and issues
    • Enhanced networking opportunities
    • Goals setting and follow through
    • Clarity and career direction and advancement
    • Support during times of change and transition
    		  
    • Learn new things
    • Share your knowledge with a young professional
    • Build additional professional relationships
    • Develop leadership and management skills
    • Gain fresh perspectives through interaction
    • Invest in the future of the industry
    • Helping others and see them progress
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    Join the Mentoring Program Refer a friend

    Program Participants are encouraged to

    • Mutually establish clear goals
    • Meet monthly
    • Connect at industry events
    • Have FUN!

  • Every year, Woman in Auto Care awards multiple scholarships for high school and post-secondary female students that are looking at a career in the Auto Care Industry.

    2019 Grand Prize Winner: Tabitha Harris; Diesel Program @ University of Northwestern Ohio

    “I will continue to work hard to achieve my goals & I hope that I will be able to be an inspiration to other females in this industry.” 

    - Tabitha Harris 

    PRIZE: $5,000 Scholarship + Trip to 2019 AAPEX to be honored at the Woman in Auto Care Awards Ceremony & Reception

    Apply for 2020

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    Women in Auto Care is thankful to partner with the University of the Aftermarket Foundation to provide hundreds of scholarships each year. Named a Lifetime Trustee in 2018, Women in Auto Care joins the industry-wide initiative to support the next generation of students entering our business.

    Thank you to Cornwell Tools for partnering with us for our Tool Kit awards!

  • Women in Auto Care is supported by a number of industry organizations whose generous support helps the community continue to operate exceptional programs that encourage women to participate in the industry and empower women in the industry throughout their careers.

    Would you like to support Women in Auto Care and make an impact on the industry? Review our Sponsorship Information Packet for a variety of opportunities to support our community, initiatives, and help make a lasting impact.

    SPONSORSHIP PACKET

    Sponsorship dollars and membership dues support the following programs:

    • Bi-annual leadership and educational conferences with high-value personal and professional development. Conferences provide attendees the opportunity to make valuable business connections and the opportunity to earn CEU credits.
    • Awards - since 1998, Women in Auto Care have recognized outstanding achievement in marketing and communications through the Automotive Communications Awards. These awards provide recognition and elevate exposures for award participants
    • Women of the Year Awards - since 1994, Women in Auto Care has recognized top females in all segments of the industry through the Women of the Year Awards at AAPEX. These awards provide recognition and elevate exposures for award participants
    • Scholarships - since 2004, Women in Auto Care has awarded more than $450,000 in scholarships to female students seeking careers in our industry

    Donate to the Scholarship Fund

    Questions? Email: womeninautocare@autocare.org


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