OHIO VALLEY AUTOMOTIVE AFTERMARKET ASSOCIATION BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
Qualified Processing Services
Qualified Processing Services (QPS) “Partners” with their clients to help reduce the overall cost of credit card processing. QPS’s system has shown amazing results with other automotive jobbers around the country.
QPS is a UNIQUE credit card processor. They have created a special merchant services package that is not offered elsewhere. Through premium customer relations, they will work with your company to effectively remove the surcharges from your merchant account statement. The net result will be a significant savings, delivered through minimal surcharges and lower rates.
Several OVAAA members have already signed on with QPS and have received considerable decreases in their processing fees.
To learn more about this program just give the OVAAA office a call at 800/486-6292.
You may also visit QPS’s website at http://www.qualifiedprocessing.com.
Also information or references can be requested via email at rick@ovaaa.org.
ABRAM, EDWARDS & YORK, L.L.C. COLLECTION SERVICE
Tired of not getting paid? For many, collecting receivables is the most distasteful part of owning a business. A litany of excuses, strained business (and personal) relationships, accounts on C.O.D., cash flow problems and hollow court judgments – all the downsides of trying to collect past due accounts. And they never seem to end.
With help from the Ohio Valley Automotive Aftermarket Association, members now have a reputable collection company to turn to, Abram, Edwards & York, LLC.
Abram, Edwards & York, LLC is not your typical collection agency. Their success rate is more than twice the national average for collection agencies and attorney groups. Their fee structure is simple, 15% Flat Rates, for any and all accounts collected, including 2nd placements and active judgments – exclusively for OVAAA members. Their method is effective; utilizing a network of licensed and bonded private investigators who work within prescribed and ethical guidelines established by AE&Y to move the account to payment.
Find out more about this results driven program by contacting Rick Campbell at rick@ovaaa.org or by calling 800-486-6292.
You may also visit their website at http://www.abramedwardsyork.com.
OFFICE SUPPLIES
Ohio Valley Automotive Aftermarket Association has selected Staples Business Advantage as a Preferred Supplier to provide an easy, efficient, cost-effective office supply program for all OVAAA Members. With on-line ordering via StaplesLink.com, you'll now enjoy faster access to a wide variety of products along with UNBELIEVABLE savings.
Interested in Saving? Please click below to register on-line. Once you submit your on-line registration form, we will contact you to get started on the Staples program. Or you can contact Peter Dangerfield at 800-693-9900 x458 or peter.dangerfield@staples.com.
OVAAA MEMBER ASSISTANCE
We are here to serve you - our members. If you have a question, concern, or request just let us know. The OVAAA offices may be reached via phone, fax, e-mail, or Internet. For an immediate response e-mail membership@ovaaa.org today.
OVAAA / Super Fleet Program
• No Annual or Monthly Fee
• No Fee for Cards
• Custom Billing
• No Charge for Special Reports
• OVAAA Members May Earn up to 4 Cents Off per Gallon
Pool your monthly gasoline consumption with other OVAAA members and save on
all fuel purchases from Speedway SuperAmerica. Call OVAAA
today & join in on the savings! http://www.superfleet.net
OVAAA CALENDARS
Order
your 2011 Calendars Today! OVAAA offers a complete calendar program. Celebrate
the year 2011 by getting your message into the home and offices of your customers…daily.
Calendars are effective. Calendars are used where buying decisions are made:
on the job, in the office, on the road, or at home. 65% of all calendar recipients
write appointments/reminders on their calendar. This daily involvement keeps
your advertising sign working all day, every day . Support your Association
and order your calendar needs from OVAAA each year. For further information
email us at membership@ovaaa.org.
Here you can order your Automotive Aftermarket Calendars: Fill out our secure online order form.
OVAAA WORKERS' COMPENSATION SAVINGS PROGRAM
Compensation Consultants Inc. (CCI) is proud to be the administrator of the Ohio Valley Automotive Aftermarket Association's workers' compensation group rating program. The OVAAA's group rating participants are projected to save almost $830,000 in 2008 due to long term discounts, high savings, program stability and comprehensive quality services.
For 2009, savings range from the maximum discount of 77% to 15% for companies with higher claims costs. For more information, or for a no-cost, no-obligation quote of your potential premium savings, contact Mike Dove, the OVAAA's CCI representative at 800.837.3200 x. 7108 or visit www. cciworkerscomp.com
ELAVON BANK CARD PROCESSING OVAAA
Members
can process their credit card sales with Elavon Global Acquiring Solutions. The system
uses electronic draft capture and can authorize Visa, MasterCard, Discover,
American Express, and Diners Club. Some credit card processors are currently
charging up to 6% for processing fees, but Elavon can give you an edge by offering
the best savings, service and satisfaction in the payment processing industry.
In business today, credit card acceptance has become a must to satisfy your customers. Even the smallest auto shop or parts store needs to provide the convenience of credit card transactions. And, the Elavon team is a sure bet.
In addition to competitive processing rates, check out these features:
- Processing for all major credit cards including Debit/ATM
- SCAN™ check verification
- 24-hours-a-day, 365-days-a-year customer service
- Competitive discount rate
- Free staff telephone training
- Discounted equipment and software pricing
Elavon has also packed additional, value-added services in their toolbox.values such as Check Verification, E-commerce/Internet Solutions, Equipment Leasing and ways to reward Frequent Buyers, just to name a few. OVAAA has special member rates available. For further information call or email the OVAAA offices or call Elavon at (800)546-1831 or visit www.elavon.com/acquiring/.
NCO Financial Systems, Inc.
NCO Financial Systems, Inc. deliver results through a proven, investigative approach to collecting your accounts. NCO's time-tested, proven account resolution standards ensure maximum collection results from how they assign accounts to their highly trained and experienced collectors, to the frequency of letters and phone calls, to what skip tracing tools they apply and when they recommend litigation. NCO offers, at a discounted rate, OVAAA Members the resources they need to reduce their days sales outstanding and minimize devastating losses. The faster you place your accounts with NCO, the more likely you are to get paid!
For more information, please contact Kessica L. Nichols at sales.denver@ncogroup.com or via phone at 1-800-613-2700.
CybrCollect Check Collection Service
CybrCollect gives you superior check collection results. And it's totally FREE. you never pay a fee! Let them handle returned checks for you. They collect your money electronically so it's quick, successful, and totally free to you. CybrCollect has superior results with an average time to collect on your checks of just 6.25 days and an NSF success rate of up to 80%! For further information on this service just go to the CybrCollect/OVAAA landing page at http://www.getmychecks.com/ovaa
CareWorks
OVAAA's
Approved MCO for Workers' Comp Medical Management.
COMPUTER FORMS & SUPPLIES
The Ohio Valley Automotive Aftermarket Association is your first and logical source for computer forms of all types and for all systems. We offer Point of Sale and Statement Forms for many systems including NAPA, CCI/Triad, J-Con, ICAS, and Loadstar. Before you are ready to re-order from the supplier you are now using, give OVAAA a try! We also have ribbons and other supplies available.
OVAAA GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN
Through
the OVAAA Group Health Insurance Plan, you and your employees can enjoy benefits
such as stable rates, preventive care and wellness features and extensive
physician and hospital networks no matter what size your company is! OVAAA
has "big business" leverage - leverage which affords you all the advantages,
services and savings of group health insurance!
BUSINESS INSURANCE PROGRAM
The
OVAAA Board of Directors recently voted to recommend Federated Mutual Insurance
Company as the recommended carrier for property and casualty insurance. Federated's
excellent coverage and commitment to risk management support are a powerful
combination. In addition, you have the potential for a dividend if loss experience
in our recommended program warrants.
BUSINESS FORMS
OVAAA can save you as much as 20% to 25% on the purchase of snap-out and register invoice forms. These forms can be purchased at any time during the year. OVAAA can also save you money on computer forms. Ask for a quote form at membership@ovaaa.org.
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS FORMS
OVAAA also offers you a long list of miscellaneous forms in small quantities at exceptionally low prices. Many of these forms can be crash imprinted with your company name and address at a minimum cost. Forms available include:
- Speedy Reply Forms
- Purchase Orders
- Credit Memos (2 & 3 Pt)
- 8 1/2 x 11 (2 & 3 PT)
- Machine Shop Forms
- 4 1/4 X 7 (3 PT)
- Merchandise Identification Tags
(Yellow-Core)
(Buff-Repair)
(Pink-Warranty) - Returned Goods Memos
- Statements
- Shipping Tags
- Core Control Forms
- Separation of Employment Forms
- Fire Ext. Inspection Tags
- Sales Tax Exemption Certificates
- Claim Checks (2-PT)
PLASTIC PARTS BAGS
OVAAA can help you do away with the old bag for your customer's parts orders. Plastic bags are cheaper and look better. In addition to small, medium, and large bags (the medium and large bags can be customized)...OVAAA also has cylinder head, crankshaft, and heavy duty engine bags. Also, OVAAA can now offer you medium and large handle bags. Plastic bags are superior because:
- They tear easily from hanger
- They are stronger than paper sacks
- Handier than boxes
- Also reusable and recyclable
Phone or email the OVAAA office for further information.
We have partnered with freightquote.com to provide shipping solutions with significant member savings in a program specifically tailored for association members. Freightquote4members is now available and ready for you to use. This complete on-line shipping service is a powerful tool that will simplify the shipping process from beginning to end. Utilizing a pool of 30+ contracted carriers, freightquote electronically manages shipments from origination to final destination finding the fastest transit time and lowest prices available. The on-line quote system considers the class, weight and distance to determine a rate.prompts you to select your carrier and PRESTO! The Bill of Lading automatically filled out and the shipment is scheduled.
Savings are significant on both soft and hard costs. By automating pickup and delivery, invoicing, and BOL's, paperwork is virtually eliminated. With on-line tracking the system assures customers their delivery is in transit of has reached its destination. It's so easy anyone can do it.with or without becoming a shipping expert!
SMITH BARNEY FINANCIAL SERVICES
The Ohio Valley Automotive Aftermarket Association and Smith Barney have joined forces to provide an extensive array of new financial products and services to OVAAA members. Smith Barney's central focus is working with associations and they look forward to being of service to OVAAA members in the future. To reach an advisor at Smith Barney phone (614) 460-2627 and ask for Jim Mitchell or visit the online at www.fc.smithbarney.com/mitchell_hibbard.
DRIVER'S ALERT VEHICLE SAFETY PROGRAM
Driver's Alert can register your companies vehicles, provide stickers for your vehicles, and provide an 800 number to report unsafe driving episodes. The 800 line is monitored 24 hours per day, seven days per week by trained and experienced operators who provide immediate, detailed reports written verbatim as expressed by callers.
OHIO ACCESS TO JUSTICE
OVAAA members now have access to a pre-paid legal service. An Ohio Access to Justice plan gives you power where most adult Americans need it. You now have the ability to practice preventive law with Pre-Paid Legal Services. The Ohio Access to Justice plan is designed to give you and your family affordable access to legal services for your personal and work life. It is your benefit of protection against countless legal matters. Call the OVAAA office for more information.
ON-HOLD PRODUCTIONS
When
your telephone callers are placed "On-Hold", why promote a radio
station and your competition when you can promote your company and turn negative
on-hold telephone time into positive time. You can offer your customers clear
and helpful, low-key information about your products and services, while they
wait on your phone system to talk with your staff. The custom programs come
to you "Turn Key" ready to be connected to the music on0hold feature
of your telephone. You may reach On-Hold Productions with questions by sending
an email to : info@onholdprod.com
WRIGHT-PATT CREDIT UNION
OVAAA members are eligible for membership in the Wright-Patt Credit Union.
Some of the benefits of the credit union are Share Accounts, Draft Accounts,
an ATM Card, 24 Hour Account Balance Access, Loans, and a Mastercard or Visa
Charge Card.
www.wright-pattcu.org.
ADVERTISING AND PROMOTIONAL ASSOCIATION PENS
We sell several styles of pens at low association discount prices. You can have your imprint and logo placed on them. Radio and TV ads last only 30 seconds - your ad on your association's pen last all year!
ENVELOPE SERVICE
OVAAA offers its members #10 and #6 3/4 Envelopes (both regular and window), plus #9 and #6 1/4 Return or Business Reply Envelopes, at prices considerably lower than they could obtain these envelopes individually. In some instances, our prices are half the prices previously paid. These envelopes may be ordered at any time during the year and delivery is three to four weeks after receipt of order.
TRAV-L-FILE
OVAAA now offers it's members the finest Trav-L-File available anywhere. Your salesmen can throw away the cardboard box they've been using in their trunks. The Trav-L-File will let them organize their catalogs and handout sheets properly (and keep them clean).
TIME CLOCKS
OVAAA now makes available to its members, the finest time clocks sold, the Latham line of time recorders. We also sell blank time cards for your use.
CHECK GUARANTEE SERVICE
With OVAAA's National City Processing Company Check Guarantee Service, you will never have to worry about accepting checks again! Not all checks will be approved, but when NCP tells you to accept a check, it is as good as money in the bank! You'll increase your business with OVAAA's check guarantee service. Contact OVAAA for full details.
STORE FIXTURES
With the trend to more retail sales by most automotive jobbers....OVAAA is making available to it's members all types of display fixtures. These fixtures will allow you to display your merchandise in the most advantageous way for the benefit of your walk-in trade. You'll save on fixtures through OVAAA. We also have shelving, bins, counters....in fact, everything needed to set up a complete store.
PRICE-MARKING GUNS
More and more OVAAA members are doing more and more retail business. To help you price your merchandise clearly and quickly, we're offering our members price-marking guns. Contact your OVAAA office for complete information on these easy-to-handle price-marking guns.
WAGE-HOUR LAW
From time to time, you may want to review your wage and hour policies. It is most important that each jobber makes certain he is in complete compliance with all provisions of this law. We have available for members a current Wage-Hour Law Bulletin.
ADDRESSOGRAPH PLATE-MAKING SERVICE
The association sells the Model 101 Quik-Printer Addressing Machine, plus a completely rebuilt Model 100 Addressograph...tray and index cards, In addition, OVAAA makes plates for this machine and all addressograph machines at a low, low cost, complete with frame. OVAAA offers fast turn-around service on plates so that you can keep your customer list up-to-date. Try this money-saving service now!
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT SIGNS
OSHA has been the law of the land now since 1970 and still we find that many OVAAA members do not have their OSHA poster up...nor do they have all the signs that are required by this law. Contact the OVAAA office to order your OVAAA signs.
CHIME ALERTS
The Chime Alert lets you know anytime someone opens your door by sounding a pleasing chime tone. It's virtually maintenance free since it's powered by two permanent magnets. No batteries or electricity needed. Install it and enjoy its many advantages.
MAGIC MASTER SIGN KITS
Day-Glo letters are self adhering and will easily stick to any glass , mirror, enameled or polished surface. Use these Magic Master Sign Kits to advertise parts specials on your store window.
CEILING FANS
Our industrial size 56" ceiling fans will not only help heat (or cool) those high ceiling areas in your store or warehouse, but they also can help you save money by reducing fuel costs. And the operating cost is less than 1 cent per hour per fan. Order your ceiling fans now from OVAAA.
VALUABLE CORE STICKERS
Cores are like money in the bank. Keep control of them with Valuable Core Stickers. These stickers come in rolls of 1,000 ready to be peeled off and placed on boxes containing rebuilt items. They'll help you get your valuable cores back.
SALES TAX INFORMATION
For some time jobbers have been uncertain as to whether or not they should charge Ohio sales tax on core deposits. This OVAAA bulletin spells out the jobber's responsibility with regard to sales tax on core deposits on retail sales. Ohio sales tax must be charged on these sales! A sales tax on cores poster is also available for display at your counter.
EMPLOYMENT AND CREDIT APPLICATIONS
Every automotive wholesaler should use a formal employment application when hiring new employees. OVAAA provides these employment applications as another membership service.
A simplified credit form is also offered to OVAAA members at a nominal cost.
BUSINESS FORMS
- Computer Forms & Checks
- Register & Snap Out Invoices
- NCR Forms
- Speedy Reply Forms
- Counterman's Guide
- Separation of Employment Forms
- Core Control Forms (2-Part)
- Purchase Orders
- Returned Goods Memo
- Warranty, Repair & Core Tags
- Credit Applications
- Machine Shop Invoices
- Business Envelopes
- Inventory Cards
- Employment Applications
- Personnel Files
- Fire Ext. Inspection
- Fax Paper
- Packing List Enclosed Envelopes
- Sales Tax Exemption Certificates
- Adding Machine Tape
- Core Purchase & Return Chart
- Lost Sales Report Pads
- Valuable Core Stickers
- Policy Adjustment Labels
PUBLICATIONS
- OVAAA Annual Membership Directory
- Operational Procedure Manual
- Public Relations Handbook
- "Smooth Selling" Sales Bulletin
- Regular OVAAA Bulletin Services
- Special Industry Bulletins
- Machine Shop Pricing Schedule
- Machine Shop Planning Guide
- Sales Tax Information
- Wage Hour Information
- ADA Information
- Survey of Jobber Policies & Benefits
- Small Business Tax Control
- Car & Truck Model Cross Reference Guide
- Special OSHA Bulletins
- Jobber Policy Guidelines
- Jobber/Retailer Manual
- Northwood Institute Brochure
EQUIPMENT
- Addressing Machines & Supplies
- Price Markers
- Catalog Racks & Dividers
- Store Fixtures, Bins & Shelving
- Lathem Time Clocks
- Ceiling Fans
- Door Chimes
- Plastic Parts Bags
- Employee Time Cards
- OVAAA Logos
SPECIAL SERVICES
- Ohio Legislative Representation
- West Virginia Legislative Representation
- Legislative Rosters
- Workers' Comp. Group Rating
- Bank Card Program
- Counterman Certification
- Wright-Patt Credit Union
- JBS Check Guarantee Service
- I.C. Collection Service
- District Meetings
- Quarterly Exchange Bulletin
- On Hold Message Service
- Balanced Financial Plan
- Criminal Identification Chart
- List of Employee Benefits
- Addressograph Plate Making
- Antique Car Calendars
- Vacation Schedule
- Engine & Cylinder Head Bags
- Window Sign Kit
- Industry Posters
INSURANCE
- Life, Accident, Sickness, Hospitalization
- Dependent Life Insurance
- OSHA Signs & Information
- Major Medical, Dental,
Accidental Death &
Dismemberment - Business Insurance
- Guaranteed Issue Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
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