One of ASCCA's newer member benefits is being able to take Educational Seminars Institute (ESi) classes, which usually cost $149.95, for only $95! Classes coming up are on "Sales and the Customer Experience" and are offered Nov. 22 in La Palma, Dec. 1 in Santa Clara, and Dec. 2 in Fairfield. All proceeds from course registrations go back to ASCCA, helping us bring you even more member benefits. The number of ASCCA discounted courses is limited, so register today!

Link to more information and the registration area

The ASCCA's member of the month for November is Steve Elstins, owner of West Coast Muffler in Concord. Steve was nominated by Chapter 20 because of his passion to make a difference in the industry. He has organized a Father's Day car show for the last 20 years and donated the proceeds to charity. Steve is also an ASCCA board member, chairs ASCCA's Education, Training and Information Committee, and is a member of ASCCA's Summer Conference and Government Affairs committees.

Know someone deserving of being ASCCA Member of the Month? Nominate them! More info here

The Equipment and Tool Institute (ETI) has named Greg Potter as its new executive manager, effective November 1. Potter has held many position with ETI since 1985. ETI is a trade association of automotive tool and equipment manufacturers and technical information providers. In his new post, Potter will help influence ETI's member companies' products and market, and address the challenges they face in repairing vehicles correctly.

Read the press release

DFG is the exclusive merchant services provider for ASCCA. DFG offers ASCCA members preferred low-cost merchant processing. ASCCA members need to sign up with DFG by the close of business on Friday, November 14 in order to receive a $350 dues rebate check during the first week in December (just in time for the holidays!). Go to http://dfg-damar.com/ascca.php or call the toll free number (877) 326-2799 to sign up.