By Bob Morreale (ETTN Chair) and Karen Salvaggio (ETTN Chair-Elect)
As we enter a busy September, we are filled with immense gratitude for the dedicated members of our Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN) Select Committee and network of volunteers. It takes a village to drive an industry forward, and this month, our volunteers rolled up their sleeves to create meaningful opportunities for the next generation of automotive talent and our current workforce.
Recent efforts include the following:
Empowering the Next Generation: Student Career Fair on September 26
We are incredibly proud to highlight the exceptional work of our volunteers who have spent months organizing the upcoming ETTN Student Career Fair. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 26, when we will open the doors of the state-of-the-art SEMA Garage Detroit to students eager to build a career in the automotive aftermarket.
This event is a cornerstone of ETTN’s mission to bridge the gap between education and industry. Our volunteers have secured top-tier automotive companies and created a roadmap for young innovators to find their passion within our market. If you know a student or a company looking to connect with fresh talent, ensure they don't miss this incredible event.
Sharpening Skills with EV Safety Education
ETTN remains committed to equipping industry professionals with technical skills for navigating a changing landscape. A part of this effort includes our recent webinar, "The ABCs of EV Safety.”
The session covered essential safety protocols, high-voltage handling basics and garage best practices to ensure teams are fully prepared and protected when servicing advanced vehicles.
ETTN thanks Legacy EV for their expertise and putting together this presentation.
Advocating for The Industry by Supporting SEMA PAC
Technological progress means nothing without the right to innovate, modify and build. ETTN is proud to champion the critical work of the SEMA Political Action Committee (PAC) and celebrate the significant progress they have made in advocating for the aftermarket industry regarding Federal emissions compliance initiatives.
As automated and electrified systems grow, ensuring clear, fair and achievable compliance pathways is vital to protecting the businesses we love. The ETTN Select Committee is proud to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with our industry leaders in Washington, DC. Whether by educating lawmakers or supporting policy initiatives, we are dedicated to defending the future of automotive freedom.
Thank you to every volunteer, member and leader who gives their time to power ETTN. Your hard work makes events like the Student Career Fair possible and ensures our collective voice is heard on Capitol Hill. Let's keep the momentum going!