As we wrap up the month of May and head into the busy summer season, I just want to take a moment to say thank you.

Thank you to our members, our Associate Members, our Board of Directors, our chapter leaders, and everyone who continues to show up, support one another, share ideas, and help make NWACA what it is today. This association is more than meetings, events, training, and benefits. It is a family of people who truly care about this industry and about each other.

One of the things I appreciate most about NWACA is the way we come together. Whether we are celebrating successes, working through challenges, learning something new, or simply enjoying time together at an event, there is something pretty special about the relationships we have built.

As we move into June, I hope you take a minute to enjoy the good things happening around you, in your shops, with your teams, and within this NWACA family. We have a lot to be thankful for, and I am grateful to be part of it with all of you.

Thank you for being part of NWACA and for helping keep this association strong, connected, and moving forward.

Mike Hall

President, NWACA Board

Owner, Kennewick Motoring Services

June 25th-28th, 2026

NWACA Annual Summer Retreat & Leadership Conference

Registration is now open for the 2026 NWACA Summer Retreat, taking place June 25–28, 2026 at Clearwater Resort & Casino in beautiful Suquamish, Washington.

This retreat is designed to give members the opportunity to step away from the daily demands of the shop, reconnect with peers, and recharge in a relaxed setting while still gaining valuable industry insight through our Automotive Industry Roundtable Discussion and featured seminar with Adam Robertson of DiagNation.

Attendees will also enjoy a full weekend of networking, leadership, and entertainment, including the interactive NWACA Escape Resort experience, Trivia Takeover, hospitality suites all three evenings, golf at Whitehorse Golf Course, and our “Viva Las Vegas” themed party on Saturday night.

Hotel rooms are limited and expected to fill quickly. Be sure to reserve your accommodations early using Promo Code: 25557 for the best available rates.

If you have questions or need assistance, we are here to help.

2026 NWACA Annual Golf Tournament

Wednesday - August 5, 2026

This is one of those events you don’t want to miss 😊

Whether you come for the golf, the laughs, or just to spend time with other shop owners and industry friends… it’s always a great day.

Here’s what we’ve got lined up:

• Awards Banquet (always a good time)
• Lots of different prize categories
• Raffle prizes
• Hole-in-one opportunities
• Poison Ball
• Box lunch + banquet dinner

We’re doing a “Best Hole” Contest - Each hole is going to bring their own creativity, and you’ll get to vote on your favorite.

So expect a few surprises out there…

A couple fun extras on the course:

***Air Cannon on Hole #3

For $20 you can launch your ball down the fairway (and yes… it’s as fun as it sounds).

All of that goes straight to our apprenticeship program.

***Golf Pro on Hole #14

Need a little help? We’ve got you covered.

Let’s Celebrate a Comeback!

Rolf’s Import Auto Service Grand Re-Opening BBQ

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Everyone is Welcome

Please RSVP by Monday, June 1st close of business.

6:00 - 8:00pm

Building the Northwest’s Next Generation of Technicians What NWACA, iTAC, and ASE Connects Can Do for Your Shop, School, or Career

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026

Virtual Meeting - Zoom Only

3:30 - 4:30 pm

Collision Lunch & Learn Part 1 of 2 Session One: Completes the Loop by Turning Evaluations Into Agreements

Tuesday, June 9th, 2026

Lunch & Learn - Zoom Only

12:00 - 1:00 pm

Collision Lunch& Learn Part 2 of 2 Session Two: Completes the Loop by Turning Evaluations into Agreements

Tuesday, June 16th, 2026

Lunch & Learn - Zoom Only

12:00 - 1:00 pm

Everett Schools Career Fair

Friday, May 29th, 2026

Everett Public Schools Community Resource Center

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Building the Northwest’s Next Generation of Technicians What NWACA, iTAC, and ASE Connects Can Do for Your Shop, School, or Career

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026

Virtual Meeting - Zoom Only

3:30 - 4:30 pm

Avenues of Opportunities - Work Source

Wednesday, June 10th, 2026

Work Source - Tacoma, WA

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Interested in becoming a iTAC Training Partner?

Reach out to Robert Stickroth at itac@nwautocare.org 

Let’s Get Social, NWACA!



We’re not just an alliance, we’re a community, and the conversation doesn’t stop when the event ends!

Follow NWACA on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to:

• See what’s happening behind the scenes
• Catch event highlights and shop spotlights
• Meet our members (and their pets!)
• Stay in the loop with upcoming training, news, and giveaways

Be part of the action, like, follow, and tag us so we can celebrate you and the incredible work happening across our industry!

Join us today and keep the momentum rolling!

NWACA Board of Directors:

Mike Hall, President - Contact Mike

Kandie Jennings-Molloy, Immediate Past President - Contact Kandie

Todd Ainsworth, President Elect- Contact Todd

Micah Strom, Treasurer & Collision Chair- Contact Micah

Kirill Plyushko - Secretary - Contact Kirill

Thomas Richardson, Mechanical Chair- Contact Thomas

Dan DeBusk, Associate Chair- Contact Dan

Ed Tuck III, Tire Dealers Chair - Contact Ed

Ryan Weld, Tire Dealers Chair - Contact Ryan

Richie del Puerto, Education Chair - Contact Richie

Contact Information for Northwest Auto Care Alliance

Brenda Jorgenson, Executive Director - (253) 653-2334 - brenda@nwautocare.org

JoAnna Sohnrey, Project Coordinator - (253) 676-9222- joanna@nwautocare.org

John (JT) Tenney, Membership & Meeting Coordinator - (253) 676-9222 - info@nwautocare.org

Pamela Meyer, Membership Support Specialist - (208) 964-1605 pamela@nwautocare.org

Danica Hickok, Bookkeeper - (253) 676-9222 - admin@nwautocare.org

Robert Stickroth, iTAC Coordinator - (253) 660-4822 - iTAC@nwautocare.org