During the 2007 Annual Convention, ASA's Mechanical Division will discuss numerous issues that directly impact the daily operations and profitability of independent automotive service businesses. The key issues to be addressed by the Mechanical Division will be shop licensing, 15-year/150,000-mile warranties (commonly referred to as "super warranties"), telematics, recruitment and training.

ASA's Collision Division will also address a number of issues affecting today's collision repair professionals. Key topics will include blending and paint cap issues, third-party auditing, direct repair program relationships and costs, and remanufactured and reconditioned parts issues.

You will also help shape the future of ASA by being asked for your input and opinions to develop strategies to overcome the challenges we all face each day. The best way to get involved is to commit to participate and share ideas with each other. So, for the benefit of your future, your customer's future and the future of the association, come and provide direction in this open-format forum. Plan now to attend this forum as we discover opportunities for your success!

Affiliate Assembly
Friday, May 4, 8:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

You're invited to the Affiliate Assembly. The assembly meeting, which is open to all ASA members, addresses various initiatives that affect the association chosen by affiliate delegates.

Friday Luncheon
Friday, May 4, Noon - 1:30 p.m.

Do you have questions regarding insurance policies and challenges in our industry? If so, please join your fellow members for the Friday Luncheon and learn "How to Be a Better Insurance Customer," presented by Zurich. A Zurich representative will be on hand to give an interesting and informative presentation discussing the challenges of insurance in the automotive industry.

Industry Leadership Reception
Friday, May 4, 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.

After spending the day with your peers, discussing industry topics and learning new ways to manage your stress levels, what better way to wind down than to gather together with your newfound friends at the Industry Leadership Reception. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and cocktails as you reflect on the excitement of the day and look forward to the activities of tomorrow. Attire is business casual and this event is open to all members.

Lunch with the ASA Board of Directors
Saturday, May 5, Noon - 1:30 p.m.

Members are welcome and encouraged to share lunch with your ASA board of directors and hear an overview of the association's initiatives and its many successes over the past year during the annual State of the Association address, presented by Ron Pyle, ASA president and chief staff executive. Stay for the board meeting and take part in the governance of your association.