Pub. 2 Issue 4

GLANCDA Annual Dealer Member Luncheon O n June 17, the Greater Los Angeles New Car Deal- ers Association hosted its annual dealer member luncheon at the Universal Sheraton in Universal City. There were over 225 guests from through- out the automotive industry in attendance which took place in the Starview Room on the top floor of the property. The keynote speaker for the event was Mark Owen, the author of the New York Times Bestseller, “No Easy Day”. Mark shared with the audience intimate details of some very high profile military operations he participated in. These included the Captain Phillips rescue off the coast of Somalia, and the mission that resulted in the death of Osama Bin Laden in Pakistan. In addition, Mark had some very inspiring and motivational thoughts as it related to his Navy SEAL Training, and SEAL Team Six experiences. GLANCDA President Ian Thomas, presided as the Master of Cer- emonies for the event. Among those recognized for their support in the National Automotive Technician competition were GalpinMo- tors, Keyes Automotive Group, and Longo Toyota. The GLANCDA sponsored team from Van Nuys High School (Joe Agruso, Sonny Salas, and Armando Rodriguez) who were also in attendance with their families. GLANCDA also presented a check to Wade Trimmer of the San Fernando Valley Rescue Mission to assist in the rebuilding effort following a devastating fire in April.  Bob Smith Executive Director GLANCDA presents check to Wade Trimmer of the San Fernando Val- ley Rescue Mission 17