CAWA is hosting our Annual Dinner to celebrate our Memorial Scholarship Fund. Enjoy networking among industry colleagues while experiencing some laughs along the way. We would like to thank our exclusive sponsor Motorcar Parts of America who has again graciously sponsored our event. To register for the event which will take place on the Sunday night (October 31, 2021) of Industry Week, see here.

What a year it has been, we have made it, but not without many scars, pain, frustration, and pure exhaustion. I hope you have also found some joy spending time with your loved ones, connecting remotely with people maybe we haven't had the time for, and focusing on ourselves. Industry week in Las Vegas is around the corner, and I look forward to seeing everyone there and picking up where we left off. Planning is underway, and it is that time of year where CAWA is reaching out to each of our leaders, members and friends for help to support the future of the Aftermarket Industry. 

It is time to start rounding up support for the 2021 CAWA Scholarship Auction!

CAWA is asking for your help! Donations are needed to support the scholarship fund program and continuing to enrich a tradition of quality leaders. Let's make a positive impact after such a tough 2020 by paving the way for our future leaders.

See the enclosed letter (here) and the fundraising form (here) and contact Jesse Oregel of the DANA Corporation as this year’s Fundraising Committee Chair. Jesse can be reached at jesse.oregel@dana.com or 909.714.2437.

The Association created a Political Action Committee (PAC). A PAC allows CAWA to: sponsor legislative bills to promote and protect its members and the industry it serves, as well as, award political contributions to increase the visibility and understanding of the Association and its members' issues. In short, a PAC allows an individual or business to make a greater impact in the public policy arena than if they acted alone.

The PAC also educates members of the legislatures on issues and situations that matter most to the Association and its membership. Absent these efforts, elected officials might not realize the importance of our industry to their constituency or how issues they are deciding might impact both auto care businesses and their customers, the motoring public.

Thus, the CAWA PAC helps strengthen our Association's voice by supporting key decision-makers who truly understand our industry and the work we do. The political climate is constantly changing and it is important that we have resources to help look out for the best interests of our industry and member companies.

Every member company and individuals within those companies has the opportunity to contribute to the PAC in support of industry and business issues. For more information on the PAC contact admin@cawa.org or 800.332.2292.

Steve Hughes will serve on the Federal Maritime Commission National Shipper Advisory Committee (NSAC) for a term to begin now and to end on December 31, 2024. As a Member of the NSAC, he will represent the viewpoints of our industry on policies relating to the competitiveness, reliability, integrity, and fairness of the international ocean freight delivery system. Congratulations, Steve. See his appointment letter here.

TechForce Foundation® has launched its national “Because I’m a Tech...'' campaign featuring a diverse group of technicians sharing their stories of successful and secure careers. TechForce celebrates the campaign with the release of its updated Ultimate Guide to Transportation Technician Careers -TechForce.org/CareerGuide. See their press release here.

Earlier this year, the April 16 Cal/OSHA Corner highlighted some of the ways in which the Cal/OSHA Standards Board clarified employer obligations when adopting the final version of its emergency wildfire smoke safety regulation. The final version went into effect on February 1 as a new Section 5141.1 of Title 8 in the California Code of Regulations. 

See additional details here. Source: Our Friends at the California Chamber of Commerce

In Arizona, a number of hospital systems have instituted policies requiring their employees to be vaccinated by November 1. While there have been no known legal challenges to these policies, courts in other states have addressed the issue. See a discussion on this issue here. Source: Our Friends at the Arizona Chamber of Commerce

In addition to the requirements of the COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards (ETS) and as a best practice, Cal/OSHA encourages employers and workers to follow the recent update from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) recommending that all individuals wear face coverings while indoors regardless of vaccination status. See more details here. Source: California Department of Industrial Relations

CAWA has partnered with Prominence Health Plan to bring business members in Nevada access to Association Health Plans. These options allow small employers to join as one entity to purchase the type of coverage that is traditionally available to Large Group employers.

All plans are designed exclusively for the employees and families of CAWA member groups.

Six plan options available that include:

CAWA members can enroll in an Association Heath Plan from Prominence at any time! Tell your broker!

To see all the different plan options available, visit here. You can also contact Prominence at PHP-GroupQuotes@uhsinc.com to learn more!

The truth is that some job postings stand out from the rest and it often has a lot to do with how an employer presents themselves to candidates. With the CAWA Career Center, you can increase visibility and reinforce your brand by putting our job posting to work for you. See details here.

Paying too much for AUTO INSURANCE? We have access to new markets!

 

Safety Regulations and OSHA Compliance Issues? Our Safety team is ready to help you.

 

EPLI Coverage? Are you covered? Don’t be caught without it!

 

Anti-Harassment Training – Take advantage of your CAWA Membership and email us to get access for FREE training.

 

See information enclosed here. Contact Glen Dailey at 800.632.2777 or gdailey@armstrongprofessional.com.