GAAS Joins University of the Aftermarket Foundation
The Global Automotive Symposium Inc. (GAAS) and the University of the Aftermarket Foundation have joined forces. “Because GAAS and the University of the Aftermarket Foundation share a similar mission, and the foundation has been the largest source of funds for aftermarket scholarships, it only made sense to join forces to achieve a common goal,” said
GAAS on the Shelf for 2015, Future Appears Cloudy
The Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium, an annual event since its founding in 1996, may be at the end of its life. In her column posted in the July 23 issue of its Auto Care E-News e-newsletter, Auto Care Association president Kathleen Schmatz noted that the GAAS board of directors decided to “defer its event,” which
GAAS Awards $288,000 in Scholarships
The current grand total for the Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) scholarships awards in 2014 is $288,000, with eight collaborating associations still finalizing their selections. “Proceeds from the Symposium are used to fund scholarships, cover the administrative and website expenses for GAAS, UAF and all organizations that draw from the online applications at AutomotiveScholarships.com for
GAAS Receives Record-Number of Scholarship Applications
The Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) scholarship program received a record-setting 607 completed applications from students seeking the 2014-2015 awards. “The 607 applications for this year’s scholarships far exceed our previous record of 503 set in 2013,” said Pete Kornafel, chairman of the GAAS scholarship selection committee. “Our outreach to teachers and industry professionals has succeeded in
GAAS Scholarships Awarded to 59
Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) Scholarship Committee awarded scholarships to 59 U.S. students pursuing aftermarket careers.
Economy on the Verge of an Upswing Experts Report at GAAS
(Aftermarketnews.com) Hopefully coming out of what he described as the “worst global recession in 60 years,” Jeff Applegate, chief investment officer at Citi Global Wealth Management, predicts that the U.S. economy will begin its recovery at the end of this year.
GAAS Scholarship Site Redesigned
The Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) Scholarship Committee has launched its newly redesigned Web site – www.automotivescholarships.com.
GAAS Scholars Supported by Zurich
Insurance provider Zurich, through the recently held Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS), is helping award $1,000 scholarships to 20 aspiring automotive aftermarket professionals.
115 Getting GAAS Scholarships
The Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) Scholarship Committee awarded scholarships to 115 students pursuing aftermarket careers.
Zurich Trades Holiday Cards for GAAS Donation
Insurer Zurich announced that instead of sending greeting cards to customers during this holiday season, it will instead donate another $10,000 to fund scholarships awarded through the Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS).