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LOCAL NEWS
The Alliance is looking for automotive industry professionals who are interested in advancing the industry by serving in leadership positions on the AASP-MN Board of Directors and advisory committees in 2023.
Several positions will be open on the Collision, Mechanical and Associate Advisory Committees, as well as the Government & Regulatory Affairs Committee. There will also be two seats open on the AASP-MN Board of Directors, one collision and one mechanical.
Volunteer service is a great way for AASP-MN members to get more involved in the Alliance, influence the direction of projects and priorities, and positively impact the association and the industry.
If you have a personal interest or would like to nominate someone else, contact the Nominating Committee Chair Tom Archambault at (612) 7895148 or tom@blvdautoworks.com or the Alliance office at 612-623-1110 or aasp@aaspmn.org.
Nominations must be received by February 17, 2023.
Minnesota Careers in Auto Repair & Service (MNCARS)
MNCARS is a nonprofit organization established in 2016 by AASP-MN. Its sole purpose is to promote careers in the automotive industry, recruit young people into the state’s college-level automotive service and collision repair programs and, ultimately, into industry workplaces. To further those efforts, MNCARS recently participated in the following event:
• November 16 - Dakota County Technical
College Transportation Showcase
A special “thank you” to AASP-MN members Dan Sjolseth (Superior Service Center; Eagan), Jesse Jacobson (Heppner’s Auto Body; Woodbury) and Wayne Watson (Auto Works Automotive Service Center; Woodbury) for representing the automotive repair industry at this event.
Take advantage of the resources in the MotorMouth toolbox at carcareers.org/ motor-mouth. Get out and get active in your local community promoting industry careers.
Current Board Members & Term Expiration Date: Jesse Jacobson (Heppner’s Auto Body), President – 3/31/24 Tom Archambault (BLVD Autoworks), Immediate Past President – 3/31/23 Mike McLynn (Automotive Electric), Secretary/Treasurer – 3/31/24 Paul Yager (Enterprise Rent-A-Car) Associate Division Director – 3/31/25 Jeremy Nordgren (Nordgren Automotive), Mechanical Division Director – 3/31/23 Travis Doyle (Arrowhead Auto Body), Collision Division Director – 3/31/24 Lee Schlosser (Autoworks Collision), Collision Seat – 3/31/23 Dan Gleason (Pro-Tech Auto Repair), Mechanical Seat – 3/31/25 Aaron Swanson (LaMettry’s Collision), Collision Seat – 3/31/25
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If the past few years have taught us anything, it is that we have no idea what unexpected events are going to rock our businesses yet. Membership is a bit like an insurance policy. When business changes, as a member of AASP-MN you have an instant network of peers, experts and companies who are ready to help you! Joining this vibrant web that reaches across the state is one of the best ways to future proof your business and support an industry you believe in. We look forward to getting to know you! See facing page for membership
application.
HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON From the AASP-MN Board of Directors & Staff
Jesse Jacobson, Heppner’s Auto Body President Tom Archambault, BLVD Autoworks Immediate Past President Mike McLynn, Automotive Electric Secretary/Treasurer Paul Yager, Enterprise Rent-A-Car Associate Division Director
Jeremy Nordgren, Nordgren Automotive Mechanical Division Director Travis Doyle, Arrowhead Auto Body Collision Division Director
Lee Schlosser, Autoworks Collision Center Collision Seat Dan Gleason, Pro-Tech Auto Repair Mechanical Seat Aaron Swanson, LaMettry's Collision Collision Seat Linden Wicklund Executive Director Sam Richie and Shannon Mitchell Lobbyists Jodi Pillsbury Office Manager
A Final Shout-Out to Our 2022 Sponsors
Our sponsors play a key role in our organization. They support us. They provide us with extra resources to deliver exceptional programs, education and networking opportunities to members. They help us keep our costs and fees reasonable and affordable. Please acknowledge those companies that support us in this way!
Platinum Sponsors LKQ Minnesota Lube-Tech
Gold Sponsors AASP National Auto Value /APH CBIZ Elite Worldwide FinishMaster United Fire Group
Silver Sponsors 3M Automotive Aftermarket aaa Auto Parts Aramark Axalta Coating Systems Colonial Life Dentsmart PDR Enterprise Rent-a-Car Heartman Insurance NCS/Single Source O’Reilly Auto Parts PAM’s Auto PPG Sherwin-Williams Shop Monkey Suburban Chevrolet
Bronze Sponsor C.H.E.S.S
OFFICIAL MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
As a member of the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Minnesota (AASP-MN) we will abide by the Association’s Code of Ethics, bylaws and other conditions of membership as established by the Board of Directors. We understand the AASP-MN logo must be used in accordance with the logo guidelines. It is understood membership in AASP-MN is subject to acceptance by the Association and is non-transferable. It is also understood that AASP-MN membership dues may be deductible as a business expense for federal income tax purposes but are not deductible as a charitable contribution.
BUSINESS INFORMATION:
***PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE***
City: ______________________________ County: ______________________ State: ______ Zip: ____________
Number of Full-Time Employees: _______________ Number of Part-Time Employees:__________________
PRIMARY DIVISION: (check one) � Collision � Mechanical/Transmission � Associate/Vendor � Educational (High School or Tech College)
DUES
Regular Member (Auto Service or Collision Repair Shop): Associate: $350 1-3 Employees $275.00 ($295 after 1/1/23) 4-10 Employees $415.00 ($445 after 1/1/23) Educational: $100 11 + Employees $550.00 ($615 after 1/1/23) Out of State $150.00 Add’l locations _____@ $ 50.00 each
($475 after 1/1/23)
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
________ Check enclosed, payable to AASP-MN ________ Credit Card (select type) � Visa � MasterCard � Discover � American Express Note: AASP-MN adds a 3% surcharge to all credit card payments. This surcharge is not greater than our total cost of accepting credit cards. Surcharge does not apply to debit cards. Credit Card #: ________________________________________ CVV: _____________________________ Expiration Date: _____________________Billing address: ______________________________________
Return by 1/1/23 to: AASP of Minnesota, 1970 Oakcrest Ave., Suite 102, Roseville, MN 55113 Phone: (612) 623-1110 or (800) 852-9071 - Fax: (612) 623-1122 Email: aasp@aaspmn.org Website: http://www.aaspmn.org
