Notes from the Program manager's Meeting

Twice a year, ADN invites all the Parts Plus Program managers to get an update on what is going on within the Network and it's members. It's a 2-day series of presentations by ADN officers and vendors.
This Spring we met at the Wynn Hotel in Las Vegas. We don't usually enjoy the level of luxury the Wynn offers, but the purpose was to allow us to experience the site of the upcoming 2012 Network Convention.
I can tell you that NO One will be disappointed with the accommodations!

Herewith are some quick notes about what was discussed:

4/18/11 - 4/20-11 ADN/Parts Plus Program managers Meeting
Wynn Hotel, Las Vegas NV

3 new Parts Plus warehouse members - Los Angeles, Massachusetts, North Carolina
Network Products Warehouse update - Stock MAP items kept on hand for no-freight shipment.
members requested to add T&E items and Evaporust

MAP - New aisle marker categories - what do we need added?

2011 Parts Plus collector model car - 1969 Z28 Camaro
Optional store information will be imprinted on the rear window

Network Magazine - new edition is out with Clay Millican on the cover.
Quarterly publication

Wayne Schaak introduced as new ADN HQ employee for pricing strategy

WHI update. New features, ebay product coming

Parts Plus has a Facebook page, currently no content
New radio spot coming in May. 2 grumpy old men discussing car repairs, 6 variations

PartsPlus.com has a new look.
Downloads available: Logos, TV & radio spots
MSDS only on PP-branded product
CCC website links
Member site links
current promos
Tool & Equipment flyer (PDF)
Place to win NHRA tickets

Car Care Center - new brochure available.
63 new CCCs 1st quarter 2011

Roadside Assistance program uses a new company.
New certificates add flat tire change, fuel delivery, lockout, $75 cap, same 35-cents price.
Old certificates good for 12 months from issue, do not include new services.

Rachel Ray Sponsorship renewed
Westwood One radio renewed, NFL strike could change that

Training - Injectronics tech training. Still the best in the business
Online traing now available

Mike Sires still looking for business

Repair America coming back July-August

Let's go To Hawaii - Oct-Nov
Jobber kit + CCC Kits
Order kits in July

Alpha & Omega Credit Card Processing - big savings reported by members who use them.

Mitchell 1 update. We need a refresher for our salespeople.
#1 shop Management system (#2 RO Writer, #3 NAPA)

Clay Millican NHRA Top Fuel sponsorship
Competitive team.
Clay will be an excellent spokesperson for Parts Plus. Very nice, personable guy. You can't help but like him.
Show car available for store appearances @ $2000/4hours. May be somewhat negotiable.
Possible event hospitality at ennis event in September.

Repair Shop Websites - Websites for CCC, total package, $99 - $149 - $199/quarter
Excellent program, no longterm commitment, up in 24 hours.
All our CCCs need to use this service.
Also Jobber stores and body shops.
www.repairshopwebsites.com

2012 Convention - Wynn Hotel, Las Vegas. Feb 26-29, 2012
This is possibly the nicest hotel I have stayed at - 5-star rated
Beautiful large rooms, great views
Friendly employees
Separate area for our convention activities
Buses for attendees from airport
No-touch Luggage handling airport to room
Private entrance to separate registration.
50K sq ft Expo vendor show
Cost for Ground Package same as last time - $849
excellent earnback program for 1st 400 registered starting May 1
Special room rate available 3 days before and after for extended stays.