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Chicago Automobile Trade Association Poised for Future Success With Staff Promotion
The Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), producer of the Chicago Auto Show, announces the promotion of Jim OBrill to Senior Director of Marketing, Sponsorship and Strategy, effective July 1. In his expanded role, OBrill will take leadership of all paid and organic marketing operations including creative direction, branding, social media management, digital marketing, content creation,…
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11th Annual BBQ for the Troops Fundraisers Set to Take Place at 65 Chicagoland New-Car Dealers
11th Annual BBQ for the Troops Fundraisers Set to Take Place at 65 Chicagoland New-Car Dealers Chicago Automobile Trade Association and USO Partner for 11th Year Chicagoland’s new-car dealers are firing up the grills to raise awareness and funds for local military and their families. The 11th Annual BBQ for the Troops community fundraising events will…
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CHICAGO AUTOMOBILE TRADE ASSOCIATION ELECTS NEW DIRECTOR AND RE-ELECTS THREE EXISTING DIRECTORS TO ITS BOARD
CHICAGO AUTOMOBILE TRADE ASSOCIATION ELECTS NEW DIRECTOR AND RE-ELECTS THREE EXISTING DIRECTORS TO ITS BOARD Wickstrom joins incumbents Crane, Marks and Roberts on the CATA board. Jared Wickstrom (Dick Wickstrom Chevrolet, Roselle) has been elected to the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) board of directors. Incumbents John Crane (Glenview Luxury Imports; Hawk Auto Group [Cadillac, Chevrolet,…
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CATA Announces Hilb Group As New Recommended Consultant
CATA Announces Hilb Group As New Recommended Consultant The CATA is proud to announce Hilb Group as a new Recommended Consultant. Hilb Group is the go-to partner for CATA business owners who need help controlling costs and navigating the complex world of healthcare and human capital management. Specializing in the auto dealership business for more…
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Torchbearer of the Year Award – Emir Abinion, President & CEO of Fox Valley Auto Group.
Emir Abinion, President & CEO of Fox Valley Auto Group received the prestigious Torchbearer Award from the Better Business Bureau (BBB) on March 20th, 2024. Due to the high standards required for this award by the BBB committee, usually only three or fewer candidates are considered. Emir Abinion’s commitment to integrity and his engagement in…
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2024 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW CONTINUED STRONG PRESENCE FOR 116TH EDITION
The 2024 Chicago Auto Show came to a successful close on Monday, Feb. 19, after a 10-day run at McCormick Place. The 116th edition of the show welcomed nearly 260,000 guests to experience the latest cars, trucks and SUVs, automotive technology and electric vehicles. The 2024 show featured an array of vehicles, new to show…
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FIRST LOOK FOR CHARITY FUNDRAISER AT THE 2024 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW RAISES $2.8 MILLION FOR LOCAL CHARITIES
FIRST LOOK FOR CHARITY FUNDRAISER AT THE 2024 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW RAISES $2.8 MILLION FOR LOCAL CHARITIES The Chicago Auto Show raised more than $2.8 million benefiting 18 local charities at the First Look for Charity gala. All told, the black-tie benefit, held the evening before the show opened to the public, raised $2,804,014. The…
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FIRST LOOK FOR CHARITY FUNDRAISER AT THE 2024 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW RAISES $2.8 MILLION FOR LOCAL CHARITIES
FIRST LOOK FOR CHARITY FUNDRAISER AT THE 2024 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW RAISES $2.8 MILLION FOR LOCAL CHARITIES The Chicago Auto Show raised more than $2.8 million benefiting 18 local charities at the First Look for Charity gala. All told, the black-tie benefit, held the evening before the show opened to the public, raised $2,804,014. The…
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ASSOCIATION OF NATIONAL ADVERTISERS PRESENTS THE 2024 DRIVING INFLUENCE AWARD AT THE CHICAGO AUTO SHOW TO MINI USA
ASSOCIATION OF NATIONAL ADVERTISERS PRESENTS THE 2024 DRIVING INFLUENCE AWARD AT THE CHICAGO AUTO SHOW TO MINI USA The Association of National Advertisers (ANA) presented the 2024 Driving Influence Award at the Chicago Auto Show’s Media Preview Day to MINI USA’s Big Love campaign, which was conceived and produced by creative agency RQ. The annual…
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Chicago Auto Show’s What Drives Her Award Winners Announced
Chicago Auto Show organizers, in partnership with A Girls Guide to Cars, held the seventh annual What Drives Her program during the show’s Media Preview on Thursday, Feb. 8. Industry leaders from across the country came together for a robust discussion and award recognition ceremony to highlight women in four different categories: Industry Trailblazer, Best…
