From first jobs crashing a NAPA Delivery vehicle to today leading the nation’s top association for motor and equipment suppliers, Bill Long says he really got his start in this industry on the “ground floor.”

From first jobs crashing a NAPA Delivery vehicle to today leading the nation’s top association for motor and equipment suppliers, Bill Long says he really got his start in this industry on the “ground floor.”
Watch Philip Austin from NGK/NTK and Doug Kaufman discuss management and technical challenges within the industry.
In an effort to support training at every level of the modern automotive repair facility, Shop Squad, the collaborative digital community for shop owners, service writers, technicians, students and industry professionals from Niterra (formerly NGK/NTK North America), has expanded its marketing efforts.
In a series of video podcasts, Philip Austin, manager of technical training with NGK/NTK and Doug Kaufman, editorial director at ShopOwner magazine, will discuss management and technical challenges in the industry and how a team-focused approach will help overcome them.
MEMA leaders sat down with Bill Babcox to share a few updates on the realignment of the association announced in November.
Bill Babcox and John Lussier discuss supply chain challenges, the value of OE heritage, international business and more.
Throughout his career journey from medicine to an MBA, some key themes prevail for Sethi – the desire to serve and a passion to innovate.
After a career on the supplier side of the aftermarket, Tucker shared that working in a program group has been an “eye opener.”
Aftermarket veteran Ted Hughes shares the changes he’s experienced and lessons learned through 30+ years in the aftermarket.
Schwartz Advisors’ Rick Schwartz delves into his career history and the breadth and depth of the firm’s expertise.
Ceritano describes the ways GSP North America has grown and what he feels has been integral to its success.
Find out why Jim Franco is as energized as ever about the business opportunities he sees in the market today.