The Virtual AAPEX Experience Keynote Session will feature a roundtable discussion with panellists sharing insights on, “What to Expect on the Road Ahead.”

It will take place Tuesday, Nov. 3 at noon (EST), and will be live-streamed on www.aapexshow.com. Registration for the Virtual AAPEX Experience is not required to attend the keynote session.

The following high-level industry executives will explore the future of the auto care industry and the effects of COVID-19 on current and future business:

• Sue Godschalk, President, Federated Auto Parts;
• Eric Sills, CEO, Standard Motor Products;
• Duncan Gillis, CEO, BBB Industries;
• Tom Greco, President & CEO, Advance Auto Parts;
• Greg Johnson, CEO, O’Reilly Auto Parts.

Bill Hanvey, President and CEO, Auto Care Association, and Paul T. McCarthy, President, Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA), also will present the state of the aftermarket during the keynote session. Topics will include auto care as an essential industry, collaboration across industry associations, diversity and inclusion, grassroots advocacy support, technician participation and activation, and what to expect for AAPEX 2021.