(Oct. 31, 2007) Walter Bond, best-selling author and former NBA player, will be the keynote speaker at this year's "Aftermarket Industry Conference" on Friday, Nov. 2. Bond's speech, "No One Can Stop You but You," delivers powerful messages about how to overcome professional and personal challenges in order to achieve excellence. Sponsored by Zurich, a global property-casualty insurance company, the forum will bring together industry leaders during Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week.

"Zurich is proud to once again host this forum for leaders from the various aftermarket segments to share best practices and ideas," says Bob Tschippert, senior vice president Special Account Services for Direct Underwriters. "This event is becoming a tradition during Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week."

The Aftermarket Industry Conference will take place from 7:30 a.m. to noon at the Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas. For more information and to make your reservation, contact Stacey Singer by phone at 913-339-1385 or e-mail Stacey Singer.