FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Automotive Communications Council Calls for Nominations for the 2025 ACC IMPACT Award
Washington, DC – [Date] – The Automotive Communications Council (ACC) is now accepting nominations for the prestigious ACC IMPACT Award, recognizing individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and dedication in the automotive communications sector. This distinguished award will be presented at the ACC Annual Conference, celebrating professionals who have made a significant impact on the industry.
The ACC IMPACT Award, an acronym for Innovation, Mentorship, Professionalism, Achievement, Commitment, and Tenacity, is designed to honor individuals who excel in their professional endeavors and contribute to the growth and advancement of the automotive communications industry.
Last year’s winner, Georgianne Dickey, Director of Marketing at NTN Bearing Corporation, set a high standard for excellence, and we look forward to recognizing the next trailblazer in our industry.
Nomination Process
ACC invites nominations from its members. The award is open to all professionals in the automotive industry who have exhibited strong leadership, shared their expertise to mentor others, and demonstrated dedication to their craft while earning recognition from peers.
Nominations can be submitted online at acc-online.org/acc-impact-award until April 16, 2025. The selection committee, composed of ACC board members, will review all submissions and announce the finalists before the conference.
Criteria for the ACC IMPACT Award
The ACC IMPACT Award will be bestowed upon an individual who exemplifies the following qualities:
- Innovation – Developing groundbreaking ideas and approaches in automotive marketing and communications.
- Mentorship – Fostering the growth and development of others in the field through guidance and knowledge-sharing.
- Professionalism – Demonstrating integrity, ethics, and excellence in their work.
- Achievement – Being recognized by peers and the industry for significant contributions.
- Commitment – Showing dedication and passion for automotive communications and marketing.
- Tenacity – Overcoming challenges with resilience and determination, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
Recognition and Presentation
The recipient of the ACC IMPACT Award will be honored at the President’s Breakfast during the ACC 2025 Annual Conference, where they will be recognized for their outstanding contributions to the industry.
“The ACC IMPACT Award is more than an accolade; it is a tribute to the individuals who drive innovation, support others, and shape the future of automotive communications. We encourage our community to nominate the visionary who inspires and elevates our industry,” said Patrick Cronin, Marketing Manager, Automotive Aftermarket at NTN Bearing Corporation, and ACC President.
For more information on the ACC IMPACT Award and the nomination process, visit acc-online.org/acc-impact-award.
About the Automotive Communications Council (ACC)
The Automotive Communications Council is the oldest continuously operating council in the automotive aftermarket. Founded in 1941, ACC has fostered a community of marketing and communications professionals dedicated to sharing ideas, strategies, and insights in the automotive aftermarket industry. With a commitment to professional development, innovation, and excellence, ACC continues to shape the future of automotive communications.
Media Contact:
Holli Redekop
Organizational Administrator
Automotive Communications Council
info@acc-online.org