Wade Kawasaki Email & Phone Number

I am blessed to have built a career around an industry that brings me such joy. The automotive aftermarket industry is built on passion, and like many other members of our community, I was an enthusiast long before I made my living with automobiles. It has been quite the journey, from sweeping floors at my father's gas station, starting and building multiple aftermarket companies to making decisions that affect the 51-billion-dollar automotive aftermarket. It is an honor to continue this journey and nurture a lifetime of relationships along the way.My industry peers have recognized me for the following:2017-2019 SEMA Chairman of the Board2015-2017 SEMA Chair-Elect of the Board2013 Inducted into the SEMA Hall of Fame2010 SEMA Businesswomen’s Network Athena Award2007 SEMA Person of the Year2003 SEMA Chairman’s Service Award1998 Northwood University Education Award1994 Young Executive of the YearAdditionally I have held key elected positions and appointments including 3 consecutive terms on the SEMA Board of Directors, 2 terms as SEMA Secretary / Treasurer, 2 terms as Chairmen of the SEMA Show Committee and was appointment by the United States Secretary of Commerce to APAC, Automotive Parts Advisory Council.I have also undergone Board Source, a non-profit board consulting association, "Governance as Leadership" Advanced Practitioner Training Programs and served as the Chairman of the Governance Committee.In addition I have traveled extensively as a businessman, speaker, and consultant overseas including Europe, Japan, China, Australia, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, throughout South East Asia and South America.

Listed skills include New Business Development, Leadership, Leadership Development, Strategic Planning, and 46 others.