Scholarship – Julie Becker-Myers, Northwood University

The Scholarship Committee runs the WB scholarship program, rewarding female students entering, as well as already involved in, going to school for careers in the aftermarket.

Consumer Education – Ruth Ehlinger, AAA

The Consumer Education committee’s mission is to educate female consumers about the importance of maintaining their vehicle.

Recruitment and New Members – Beth Skove, Babcox Publications

The Recruitment and New Members committee’s focus is recruiting new members to join the Women’s Board and keeping existing members involved.

Industry Relations – Amy Antenora, Babcox Publications

The Industry Relations committee is focused on creating new ways to attract more women to the automotive aftermarket industry.

Membership and Special Programs – Barbara Bender, Affinia   

The Membership and Special Programs committee addresses the needs of current members and is in charge of such programs as the annual Automotive Communications Awards and Aftermarket Woman of the Year award.   

2008 WB Committee Goals

Scholarship Committee

• Increase the number of applications for WB scholarship by posting scholarships applications on the internet; such as scholarship Web sites and blogs.
• Create scholarship fundraising materials to help increase funding for scholarships.
• Increase awareness of scholarship sponsorship opportunities at industry events, such as AAPEX.

Consumer Education Committee

• Develop financial proposal for board consideration to provide heightened support for Car Care Clinics.
• Provide ongoing support to Car Care Clinics.
• Frequently asked questions (FAQs) and testimonials.

Recruitment and New Members Committee

• Recruit additional members from AAIA, MEMA, and (NEW in 2008) AIA Canada.
• Encourage current members to become active in the Women’s Board.

Industry Relations Committee

• Develop printed brochure/handout for school guidance counselors and parents by next WB meeting.
• Arrange to participate in school counselor event in conjunction with next WB meeting.
• Each committee member to complete a professional bio and provide head shot for recruitment materials and for to-be-developed Web site.

Membership and Special Program Committee

• Continue success of ACA program and Aftermarket Woman of the Year.
• Continue personal development at WB meetings by having a silent auction for money to pay a speaker.
• Publicize successes and accomplishments of WB members.
• Recognize WB membership anniversaries.
• Consider creating WB membership plaques for in AAPEX booths.