No, You Didn't Lose Your Largest Account Because of Price
See the enclosed article (
here) by John Chapin for advice and guidance on why you should not be "selling on price".
GO-Biz Launches New California Business Portal: A One-Stop-Shop Website for Business Owners
As part of an ongoing effort to provide more on-line tools to businesses, the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) today announced the launch of the California Business Portal, a one-stop-shop website for business owners looking for information and assistance (
www.BusinessPortal.ca.gov).
The California Business Portal provides information to business owners on starting a new business, permits and licenses, incentives, local resources and more. The portal is available on the business owner's schedule and has a number of key features, including:
Quick Start Guides: Short guides that contain the essential information for starting, and growing specific types of businesses in the State of California.
California Business Navigator: Not sure where to start? The Business Navigator provides custom information for your business including permits, licenses and incentives.
Service Desk: Get answers to commonly asked questions with the California Business Portal Service Desk. If the information for your situation is not here yet, submit your question and GO-Biz will provide a customized answer.
CAWA Members Take an Exclusive Tour of the Toyota Museum Thanks to AISIN World Corporation of America
The tour took place in conjunction with recent leadership days.
Proposed Proposition 13 Revisions is Not Good for Business
There's been no shortage of attempts in recent years in the State Legislature to overhaul Proposition 13-California's landmark initiative protecting homeowners and small business owners from out of control property taxes. Multiple bills have taken aim at the proposition, but the most popular among these bills pushes the so-called "split roll" property tax, which would eliminate Prop. 13 protections for business but leave them in place for homeowners. This split roll idea is especially favored by lawmakers who are eager to bring more money into state coffers. CAWA will remain vigilant and fight any proposals to change Prop 13 rules. For more information, contact our legislative advocate, Gary Conover at
[email protected] or 916.233.9655.
Members and Friends are Encouraged to Join LINKEDIN with CAWA's President & CEO
CAWA has enhanced its presence in social media this year.
Twitter,
Facebook and LinkedIn are the primary social media vehicles. Members and friends are encouraged to join LinkedIn with Rodney Pierini and then join the
CAWA.ORG group whereby only industry representatives are given a forum to discuss contemporary issues in a controlled setting. So, take the time to visit CAWA on Facebook, watch for our tweets and LinkedIn messages with our President as we continue to use social media as a crucial segment of the Association's communications processes.
AutoZone Edges Advance Auto Parts as Largest Aftermarket Retailer
Is Your Company Interested in Sponsoring One of CAWA's 2016 Leadership Meetings?
The following companies were recent sponsors and the association thanks them for their confidence and support:
If you are interested in sponsoring a meeting in 2016, please contact our President & CEO, Rodney Pierini at 800.332.2292, ext. 1 or
[email protected].
EPA Bans Use of 134a in New Motor Vehicles
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a final rule that would prohibit the use of certain refrigerants and aerosols, including 134a, based on the availability of better substitutes with a lower global warming potential (GWP). These substances were previously approved by EPA under the Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP), which was created to review the health and safety impacts of proposed substitutes for ozone depleting substances.
Click here for further details.
It Takes Volunteer Leadership to Guide a Trade Association like CAWA - Do You Know Them?
See the roster of CAWA's Board of Directors and Manufacturers Advisory Council (
here). The Association thanks them for their time, resources and commitment to the auto care industry and its trade association out west - CAWA. Should you want to join the leadership of CAWA in 2016 please contact our President & CEO, Rodney Pierini at 800.332.2292, ext. 1 or
[email protected].
Workers Comp Renewal is Approaching and CAWA Has a Discounted Program with an A+ Carrier That Can Save You Money
See the enclosure (
here) for discount information and contact Glen Dailey (800.575.6891) for more information and to get a money saving quote. Another member benefit.
"CAWA - Representing the Automotive Parts Industry"
