"This bold new initiative will open the door for our members to quality contacts, knowledge and assistance, to help plan their market entry, or business expansion, in China’s fast-growing aftermarket," said Kathleen Schmatz, AAIA president and CEO. "Holding the mission in conjunction with the expo is a major step toward introducing our member companies’ products and services to potential Chinese aftermarket business partners and customers."
AASA also has agreed to join AAIA in sponsoring the Mmssion. AAIA and AASA member companies that participate will receive complimentary hotel accommodations and ground transportation and pay only $500 for an all-inclusive registration for the three-day expo. The three-day program will feature one-on-one business meetings, tours of independent aftermarket distribution, retail and service facilities, and educational sessions on Chinese business practices and regulatory and tax issues.
For more information, click on the CIAPE button at www.aftermarket.org, or contact Lee Kadrich at AAIA at 301-654-6664 or e-mail [email protected]. (Tire Review/Akron)