Recognition & Awards
Industry Recognition & Awards Committee
| Chairperson Dave Alfonso, Kia Motors |
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Committee Members
Kevin Brown, Missouri Auto Auction
Tim Lawson, Mike Albert Fleet Solutions
Committee Services
• Assign each committee member to a particular segment(s) of the industry for recipient recommendations.
• Select candidates who have raised the bar in what they do and use them as target examples for others to raise the bar even higher.
• Select candidates who are exemplary in exhibiting Best Practices.
• Expose the unsung heroes of our industry who often go unnoticed and thankless for their contributions, dedication and unselfishness.
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Mission Statement
To encourage and publicize excellence within our industry as examples of what is attainable and to set examples for others to follow, emulate and exceed.
Objectives
• Define basic awards to be given, to include but not limited to, the areas of Remarketing, Auctions, Automotive, Suppliers, Vendors, Trade Publications, Civic, Charitable, Philanthropic, Community, Youth Organizations, Education and Faith-based activities.
• Define search methods and required criteria for selection.
• Establish and follow processes for consistency, fairness and completeness of research.
• Select venues (conventions, press conferences, etc.) for presentations.
Long Term Objectives
1. Refine and improve the Awards & Recognition process.
2. Expand the types and number of awards.
3. Establish “regular” and “one-time” awards.
4. Designate key “spotters” within the recognition base to nominate candidates.
IARA Committees
Education, Certification & Conference Management Committee
Membership Development & Recruitment Committee
Press & Public Relations Communications Committee
Certification Committee
Industry Recognition & Awards Committee
Vehicle Remarketing Technology & Standards Committee
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