Overseas Automotive Council to celebrate 100 years in new reception location during 2023 AAPEX conference 

The Global Reception is one of the only events in North America that brings together aftermarket buyers from a diverse range of countries with over 500 attendees from more than 30 countries attending each year.

More than 550 attendees from more than 30 countries will celebrate at the Overseas Automotive Council (OAC) Global Reception at AAPEX on October 31, 2023.
The Overseas Automotive Council (OAC) will celebrate its 100-year anniversary at the OAC Global Reception at AAPEX in Las Vegas on October 31, 2023.

The Global Reception is one of the only events in North America that brings together aftermarket buyers from a diverse range of countries with over 500 attendees from more than 30 countries attending each year. This year’s can’t-miss Global Reception will be held at a new location: The San Polo ballroom in the Venetian, located on the third level of the Venetian Expo.

The Global Reception will give OAC members the opportunity to connect with buyers from across the globe, making it the premier international networking event of the year. The new reception location will allow attendees to network and meet customers in an easy-to-navigate open-floor ballroom.

“We are excited to celebrate OAC’s centennial celebration with an upgraded location for its Global Reception at this year’s AAPEX,” said Ben Brucato, vice president of membership & engagement at MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers. “For 100 years, the council has brought together international importers, distributors, and agents who participate in the aftermarket, making it the premier international community for North American manufacturers and exporters.”

Domestic and premier international OAC members can register for the reception for free. Learn more about the reception and pricing here. For more information about the OAC, visit mema.orgor contact Ben Brucato.

AAPEX will take place Tuesday, October 31 through Thursday, November 2 at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas. Learn more here.


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