The Business Technology Council (BTC) of MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers announced that Jim Naso, Applications Data Manager at Continental ContiTech Power Transmission Group will serve as its chair in 2024.

The council also announced new members to the executive committee as well as two members who will continue to serve the executive committee from last year.

The new executive committee members are:

• Rini Palkamsetty – Head of Information Technology, Americas, Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC
• Mark Seng – Vice President, Sales & Business Development, Predii

Continuing to serve on the executive committee are:

• Hemant Damani, Director of Information Technology at Niterra North America, Inc.
• Dave Haun, Director of Product Information Management at Gates Corporation

“I am really pleased with the BTC’s Executive Committee to bring Rini and Mark on board,” said Jim Naso.

“Rini brings commercial vehicle and IT technologies, and Mark brings AI, analytics and telematics expertise to the EC. Both will help the BTC drive even more value for members.”

“The BTC Executive Committee has a long history of some of the industry’s best technology leaders driving direction for the Council,” said Danielle Kaspar, Director of Programs & CV Aftermarket at MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers and BTC lead.

“We are fortunate to have a great group of EC members who are already preparing for an outstanding 2024 and beyond.”

About the Business Technology Council (BTC)

The Business Technology Council (BTC) is the aftermarket’s leading business technology forum. Members network and exchange best practices related to current and emerging technologies that support their efforts to reduce costs, improve efficiencies and pursue new business opportunities. For more information on how you can get involved and upcoming events, visit mema.org/networking-groups/BTC.

About MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers 
MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers exclusively serves manufacturers of aftermarket components, tools and equipment, and related products, an important part of the automotive parts manufacturing industry which supports over 900,000 American jobs in all 50 states. MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers is a recognized industry change agent – promoting a collaborative industry environment, providing a forum to address issues, and serving as a valued resource for member companies. Members represent all areas of the aftermarket including light vehicle, commercial vehicle, and remanufacturing. MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers is a membership group within MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association. 

MEMA is the leading North American trade association for vehicle suppliers, parts manufacturers, and remanufacturers. Automotive and commercial vehicle suppliers are the largest manufacturing sector in the United States and lead the way in new vehicle innovations. MEMA has been the voice of the vehicle supplier industry since 1904. Its more than 1,000 members are Strong by Association. 

Members supply the aftermarket with the parts that keep millions of vehicles on the road, fueling international commerce and meeting society’s transportation needs. MEMA members are committed to safety and sustainability. 

MEMA has offices in Southfield, Mich.; Research Triangle Park, N.C.; and Washington, D.C.
Learn more at mema.org/aftermarket-suppliers.