Ready to SERVE 

Ready to SERVE 

Emily Yancey is inducted as 2025 Secretary of the ARA Executive Committee.   Caryn Smith Emily Yancey is no stranger to the inner workings of the Automotive Recyclers Association. She has attended the Association’s events since she was young, and not just for fun. She...
Horizon 

Horizon 

 First Year Reflections  Vince Edivan • ARA Executive Director Weeks have passed since the 82nd Annual ARA Convention & and Expo in Birmingham, Alabama. The dust has settled, bags are unpacked, surveys sent, yet the stories linger, along with the...
Greater ASSOCIATION with Others

Greater ASSOCIATION with Others

Incoming President Shannon Nordstrom is motivated by people, processes, and positivity, and he takes his commitment to them seriously. Caryn Smith We learned a lot, we’re not afraid to ask questions. We are ambitious people, and going through the CAR process put us in...
Direction 

Direction 

The Task At Hand Takes Many Hands Shannon Nordstrom The level of commitment and passion of others is so comforting, knowing that we are on the right path together. Many of you have grabbed attention to ask, “How can I help? Just let me know, we are here to help you!”...
Coaching 

Coaching 

The Six Gears That Keep Your Business (and Your People) Running  Lisa Ryan Catch someone doing something right. That’s what appreciation looks like. It builds trust, lowers stress, and gives people a reason to stay when things get...