NAFA's L.A. Chapter Meeting Brings Members, OEMs Together
Members of the NAFA Pacific Southwest Chapter were treated to a nice lunch and presentations from a number of automakers during its annual meeting at the Palm Restaurant in Los Angeles.
by Staff
December 12, 2013
NAFA Pacific Southwest Chapter President Tony Orto thanks members at the conlusion of the annual meeting.
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NAFA Pacific Southwest Chapter President Tony Orto thanks members at the conlusion of the annual meeting.
Members of the NAFA Fleet Management Associaion's Pacific Southwest Chapter were treated to lunch and presentations from a number of automakers during its annual meeting at the Palm Restaurant in Los Angeles.
The event, which took place during and a quick walk away from the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show, gave members an opportunity to network with each other and learn about the upcoming line-ups from all the OEMs on hand.
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After a brief introduction from NAFA Chapter President Tony Orta, the representatives from Chrysler, Honda, Audi, Ford, General Motors, Mazda, Toyota, Volvo, and Volkswagen addressed the packed room. Fleet as well as consumer vehicles were discussed, including both gasoline- and alternative-fuel-powered vehicles. Chapter members were invited to visit with each OEM rep at their booth at the L.A. Auto Show, which was taking place down the street at the L.A. Convention Center.
After concluding comments from Orta and thanks for the group's continued efforts, chapter members were provided with a ticket to the auto show to take in all the new offerings from the automakers.
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