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Young Professionals in the Auto care sector Community

The Young Professionals in the Auto care sector Community (YPA) consists of Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) members under the age of 45 who are looking to climb the ladder of the auto care sector.

Benefits of being in the community

Expand your network

Attend exclusive events

Further your professional development

Position yourself as an industry thought leader

Gain mentorship opportunities

Joining the community

 

Membership in the YPA community is open to individuals who meet all of the following criteria:

  • Young executives (executives or managers) younger than 45 years of age.
  • From AIA Canada member companies in good standing.
  • On-track for senior positions within their company.

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The leading voice of Young Professionals in the Auto care sector

The YPA community is led by a standing committee of the AIA Canada Board of Directors and is the leading voice of the community. It consists of a minimum of ten members who strive to better the experience of young professionals in the auto care sector by working closely with AIA Canada management to access current industry information, activities, and resources of the community.

Meet the YPA Committee members

Recent Young Professionals in the Auto care sector community news

Elevating customer relationships through innovation

In an evolving auto care industry, Transtar Aftermarket Solutions, a NexaMotion Group company, utilizes emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and adaptable e-commerce solutions to improve customer experiences and streamline repair processes.    Hitesh Patel, Director – Canada at Transtar Aftermarket Solutions, dives into how he has aimed to enhance customer...

Connecting and collaborating on the future of the industry with Eddie Tso

For Eddie Tso, CEO of Pacer Dynamics Automotive Parts, entering the auto care industry was a natural combination of his professional experience and personal interest in vehicles. In this blog, Eddie shares his journey from senior management roles in technology and consulting to leading an automotive manufacturing company, and discusses...
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Become part of the CCIF Steering Committee: Submit your application

The Canadian Collision Industry Forum (CCIF) Steering Committee guides the establishment of priority areas for CCIF and ensures the continued success of CCIF events. CCIF offers Canada’s collision sector—collision repairers, suppliers, insurers, associations, to original equipment manufacturers and educators—exclusive opportunities to discuss and share industry trends and challenges.    The CCIF...
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    1. Choose Valet or Self-Park where applicable
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