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For Immediate Release

Date: January 13, 2012

Contact: Janet Arden, publications editor, janeta@cmservices.com, (630) 858-3838

BSA 2012 Convention Program: Technology Takes Your Business to the Next Level

Glen Ellyn, IL—When the Bearing Specialists Association (BSA) calls its 2012 Annual Convention to order April 29-May 1 at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa in Bonita Springs, Florida, it will be introducing the association’s most dynamic business program yet. Leveraging the theme “Technology Drives Productivity,” BSA will welcome four of the industry’s technology leaders to show attendees how authorized distributors and their supply chain partners can differentiate themselves in the marketplace, providing customer solutions and products. BSA’s 2012 Convention goal is straightforward: lead attendees through the technological maze to help them determine what’s next for their company.

On Sunday, April 29th Daniel Burrus returns to BSA to open the program with “Embrace Technology to Drive Your Business Process Transformation.” Called one of Americas top three business "gurus” by the New York Times, Burrus monitors technology-driven trends to help create enormous, untapped opportunities. His program will help convention attendees define the technology trends for the future.

On Monday, April 30th, BSA will tighten its technological focus with three presentations. Guy Blissett, Wholesale Distribution Lead, IBM Corporation, and the author of Facing the Forces of Change: Decisive Actions for an Uncertain Economy, will talk about information technology and prioritize key trends, primary opportunities and major challenges which are in the minds of top industry leaders in wholesale distribution. Next, Matthew Bookspan of Blacktip IT Services will focus on the impact of social media on the workplace. “Productivity and Social Media: The Good News and the Bad News” will consider the opportunities social media offers for improved production and customer service and whether it can have a negative impact on the workforce. Brian Eccles, Associate Partner with IBM Global Business Services, will close the program with “Strategic Vision: Mobility and Beyond.” Eccles will draw on his experience with C-level studies to help you identify the right strategic vision and to take advantage of today and tomorrow’s technology in the supply chain work force.

In addition to these technology-focused presentations, Bill Stevens, president and CEO, Motion Industries, will present BSA’s Industry Update based on results from the association’s annual Distributor Survey. In addition, Pete Eich, president, NTN Bearing Corporation of America, will present the ABMA update. On Tuesday May 1st BSA has scheduled its Manufacturers Conference Table Session which offers participants a unique opportunity to pre-schedule and plan for face-to-face meetings to address bearing industry concerns and resolve business problems. Convention attendees find these short, 20-minute meetings to be increasingly productive.

Registration is now open for the 2012 Convention. For complete convention information and registration, please follow this link. http://www.bsaconventions.org/2012/index.shtml.

BSA is the “must belong to organization for authorized bearing distributors.” An international service and educational organization of distributors representing a total of almost 100 companies distributing factory-warranted ball-, roller-, and anti-friction bearings and invited manufacturers of bearings and related products, the association’s mission says, “BSA is the forum to enhance networking and knowledge sharing and promote the sale of bearings through authorized distributors.” For more information on BSA contact the BSA office at (630) 858-3838; fax (630) 790-3095; email info@bsahome.org or visit the association website at www.bsahome.org.

For Immediate Release

Date: December 8, 2012

Contact: Janet Arden, publications editor, janeta@cmservices.com, (630) 858-3838

BSA Opens Registration for 2012 Annual Convention

Glen Ellyn, IL—The Bearing Specialists Association (BSA) is encouraging industry leaders to register now for the association’s 2012 Annual Convention planned for April 29 - May 1 at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa in Bonita Springs, Florida.

Association leaders point out that there are fiscal and programming advantages to registering in 2011. Early registrants save on registration by leveraging the Early Bird rates for distributor members and participating manufacturers. By registering before January 1, 2012, these same early registrants are using 2011 dollars for 2012 expenses.

Early registration also allows manufacturers to have a Conference Table available for on-line appointments (registration is a pre-requisite for Conference Table assignment) and it allows distributors to reserve conference tables and times most important to them. BSA Conference Table Sessions of pre-scheduled, pre-planned private meetings between distributors and manufacturers are considered one of the highlights of each Annual Convention. Participants believe the face-to-face meetings are especially productive and, in recent years as budgets have grown tighter, have found that the ability to meet with a number of key players in one location is especially rewarding.

To facilitate early registration, BSA has launched the 2012 Annual Convention website, featuring a detailed look at the business program and networking opportunities. Drawing upon the “Technology Drives Productivity” theme, BSA has announced that technology forecaster and business strategist Daniel Burrus, founder and CEO of Burrus Research, will make the keynote presentation on business process transformation. Guy Blisset, global lead for wholesale distribution in IBM’s Institute for Business Value, and Matthew Bookspan of Blacktip IT Services will also be presenters.

BSA Annual Conventions are the premier industry event for authorized distributors of bearing products and services and the manufacturers of those products, and the 2012 event is expected to be one of the best yet. For more detailed information, additional events and to register for the 2012 Annual Convention, click here!

Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa
Located between Naples and Fort Meyers Beach, Florida, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa offers the ideal location. Situated on 26 acres overlooking breathtaking Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve, the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa was recently honored with Florida Green Lodging’s Three Palm eco-friendly certification. The property offers limitless recreation, personalized service and attention to detail at every turn.

Play 18 holes at world class Raptor Bay Golf Club, recharge with indulgent treatments at Stillwater Spa, plunge down the 140 foot waterslide, or engage in the vast array of water sports available nearby. The resort is also home to a Four Diamond restaurant. Not surprisingly, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa was recently named among Travel + Leisure’s 500 World’s Best Hotels.

For Immediate Release

Date: May 11, 2011

Contact: Janet Arden, janeta@cmservices.com, (630) 858-3838

BSA Elects 2011-2012 Officers and Directors

Glen Ellyn, IL— At its 2011 Annual Convention April 29-May 3 at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines, Lost Pines, Texas. The Bearing Specialists Association (BSA) elected the following slate of officers for 2011-2012: for President: James Webster, DXP Enterprises; for First Vice President: Linda Miller, Bearings & Drives, Inc.; for Second Vice President: Jack Simpson, Applied Industrial Technologies; for Treasurer: Brian Negri, Jamaica Bearings Company, Inc.; and for Chairman of the Board: Ellen Holladay, Motion Industries, Inc.

BSA also elected the following industry leaders to serve as directors for three year terms expiring in 2014: Jim Scardina, Bearing Headquarters, and John Ruth, BDI. Ray Brocato, Miller Bearings, Inc. was elected to serve as a director with a term expiring in 2012.

In addition to the elections, BSA also recognized the contributions of Douglas Savage, Bearing Service, Inc.; Craig Gipson, Gipson Bearing & Supply Company, Inc.; and Bill DuComb, W. C. DuComb Company, Inc.; for their years of services on the association’s Board of Directors. Eduardo Bichara, Baleromix S.A. de C. V., was honored for his service as member of the Board of Directors, Treasurer, First Vice President, President, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of BSA.

BSA is the “must-belong-to-organization for authorized bearing distributors.” An international service and educational organization of distributors representing a total of almost 100 companies distributing factory-warranted ball-, roller-, and anti-friction bearings and invited manufacturers of bearings and related products, the association’s mission says, “BSA is the forum to enhance networking and knowledge sharing and promote the sale of bearings through authorized distributors.” For more information on BSA contact the BSA office at (630) 858-3838; fax (630) 790-3095; email info@bsahome.org or visit the association website at www.bsahome.org. ###

For Immediate Release

Contact: Janet Arden, janeta@cmservices.com, (630) 858-3838

Date: May 4, 2011

Clean Energy Specialist Addresses BSA Annual Convention

Glen Ellyn, IL— Dr. Michael Webber, Clean Energy Specialist from the University of Texas addressed attendees at the Bearing Specialists Association (BSA) 2011 Annual Convention, April 29-May 3 at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines in Lost Pines, Texas.

Webber shared his expertise on prospects for clean energy manufacturing to help attendees identify critical future markets. A highly sought public speaker, Webber has given more than 100 lectures, speeches and invited talks in the last few years and authored more than 75 scientific articles, columns, books and book chapters, including a compendium of his commentary titled "Changing the Way America Thinks About Energy".

Webber joined Connie Podesta and Andy Andrews in a dynamic business program celebrating BSA’s 45th anniversary of successfully bringing together the top level executives of what is now a $6 billion North American bearing industry at its annual convention designed for networking and knowledge sharing.

For Immediate Release

Date: May 4, 2011

Contact: Janet Arden, janeta@cmservices.com, (630) 858-3838

BSA Welcomes Speaker Connie Podesta

Glen Ellyn, IL—When the Bearing Specialists Association (BSA) called its 2011 Annual Convention to order April 29-May 3 at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines in Lost Pines, Texas, it welcomed speaker, author, organizational therapist, human resource professional, and expert in the psychology of human behavior, Connie Podesta to the podium for a dynamic presentation on “Growing With People.”

Using interactive exercises, her own high-energy personality and a host of experience and expertise, Podesta discussed relationships, personality types, influence, life balance and much more. Attendees and spouses enthusiastically embraced her message and took away tools to use right now to achieve happiness, success and a balance in their personal and professional lives.

Podesta joined Dr. Michael Webber and Andy Andrews in a dynamic business program celebrating BSA’s 45th anniversary of successfully bringing together the top level executives of what is now a $6 billion North American bearing industry at its annual convention designed for networking and knowledge sharing.

For Immediate Release

Date: May 3, 2011

Contact: Janet Arden, janeta@cmservices.com, (630) 858-3838

Andy Andrews Addresses BSA Conference Tables Session

Glen Ellyn, IL—In a departure from previous schedules, the Bearing Specialists Association (BSA) welcomed networking and relationship building expert Andy Andrews to help set the tone for the Conference Table Session. Andrews addressed attendees and spouses in a breakfast session before the opening of the association’s traditional Conference Table Session.

Hailed by a New York Times writer as a "modern-day Will Rogers who has quietly become one of the most influential people in America," Andrews is an internationally known speaker and novelist whose combined works have sold millions of copies worldwide. His message to BSA focused on the importance of networking and relationship building between channel partners in today's ever-changing marketplace. The message was scheduled as an introduction to BSA Conference Table Sessions, short, one-on-one meetings between distributors and manufacturers to consider topics of mutual interest. These meetings are pre-scheduled on the BSA Annual Convention website to allow for advance planning and maximum results. Though they have always received high marks from convention attendees, in recent years the Conference Table Sessions have gained in importance as tight travel budgets and limited time have made other one-on-one meetings more difficult to arrange.

Andrews joined Connie Podesta and Dr. Michael Webber in a dynamic business program celebrating BSA’s 45th anniversary of successfully bringing together the top level executives of what is now a $6 billion North American bearing industry at its annual convention designed for networking and knowledge sharing.

BSA is the “must belong to organization for authorized bearing distributors.” An international service and educational organization of distributors representing a total of almost 100 companies distributing factory-warranted ball-, roller-, and anti-friction bearings and invited manufacturers of bearings and related products, the association’s mission says, “BSA is the forum to enhance networking and knowledge sharing and promote the sale of bearings through authorized distributors.” To learn more about the BSA Annual Convention, please visit the convention website, www.bsaconventions.org. For more information on BSA contact the BSA office at (630) 858-3838; fax (630) 790-3095; email info@bsahome.org or visit the association website at www.bsahome.org. ###

For more information, contact:
Janet Arden, janeta@cmservices.com, (630) 858-3838

Press Release Embargoed until May 3, 2011

BSA Elects 2011-2012 Officers and Directors

Glen Ellyn, IL— At its 2011 Annual Convention April 29-May 3 at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines, Lost Pines, Texas. The Bearing Specialists Association (BSA) elected the following slate of officers for 2011-2012: for President: James Webster, DXP Enterprises; for Vice President: Jack Simpson, Applied Industrial Technologies; for Treasurer: Brian Negri, Jamaica Bearings Company, Inc.; and for Chairman of the Board: Ellen Holladay, Motion Industries, Inc.

BSA also elected three industry leaders to serve as directors for three year terms expiring in 2014: Jim Scardina, Bearing Headquarters; Linda Miller, Bearings & Drives; and John Ruth, BDI. Ray Brocato, Miller Bearings, Inc. was elected to serve as a director with a term expiring in 2012.

For more information, contact:
Janet Arden, janeta@cmservices.com, (630) 858-3838

Press Release Embargoed until May 3, 2011

BSA Welcomes New Members at 2011 Annual Meeting

Glen Ellyn, IL—The Bearing Specialists Association (BSA) welcomed three new distributor members and a participating manufacturer to the association’s 2011 Annual Convention, April 29- May 3 at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines, Lost Pines, Texas.

The new distributor members are:
RIRSA, represented by Isaac Rodriguez, Director and Benito Rodriguez, Manager.
Forum Energy Technologies, represented by Keith Mueller, Strategic Vendor Manager.
General Bearings Company, represented by Robert Elftman, President.

In addition to these new distributor members, New Way Air Bearings will be a Participating Manufacturer in the 2011 – 2012 fiscal year.

For Immediate Release

Date: March 11, 2011

Contact: Janet Arden, publications editor, janeta@cmservices.com, (630) 858-3838

BSA 2011 Annual Convention Features all-Star Business Programming

Glen Ellyn, IL—When attendees at the Bearing Specialists Association (BSA) 2011 Annual Convention convene April 29 – May 3 at the Hyatt Lost Pines in Lost Pines (Austin), Texas, they will be celebrating 45 years of industry leadership with an all-star business program.

“Growing Together: 45 Years Strong” will feature a trio of experts to help attendees grow professionally as well as grow their companies:

“Growing with People:” Connie Podesta is a top-rated professional keynote speaker, executive career/life coach and one of the industry's leading experts in sales strategies, leadership development, relationships, and change. She has inspired millions of people to increase sales, attract and keep more customers, build longer-lasting, healthier relationships, strengthen their leadership skills and become more profitable and successful than they ever thought possible. Attendees will come away from her presentation with the skills and attitude they need to standout from the crowd and differentiate themselves and their organization.
“Growing with Energy/Sustainability Opportunities:” Dr. Michael Webber is a well-known expert on clean energy; he has authored more than 75 scientific works, including a compendium of his commentary titled “Changing the Way America Thinks About Energy.” He will share his expertise on prospects for clean energy and its emerging marketplace.
“Growing with Motivation:” Andy Andrews is an internationally known speaker and novelist whose combined works have sold millions of copies worldwide. Hailed by a New York Times writer as a "modern-day Will Rogers who has quietly become one of the most influential people in America," his message to BSA will focus on the importance of networking and relationship building between channel partners in today's ever-changing marketplace.

The business programming also calls for two additional, key presentations. Carl James, Chairman, President and CEO of BDI Group, will give attendees an update on the bearing industry from the distributor perspective including data from BSA’s annual Distributor Report. L. Jeffrey Manzagol, President of Kaydon Bearings Division, will present an update on the bearing industry from the perspective of the American Bearing Manufacturer Association. Manzagol currently serves as Chairman of the American Bearings Manufacturers Association (ABMA) and as a Vice President of the World Bearing Association (WBA).

As is always the case at BSA Annual Conventions, the association has also scheduled its Conference Table Sessions, brief, one-on-one meetings between distributors and manufacturers to consider topics of mutual interest. These meetings are pre-scheduled on the BSA Annual Convention website to allow for advance planning and maximum results.

BSA attendees regularly rank the informal networking that occurs around the convention business program as one of the key benefits of participation. Because BSA attendees are in the top echelon of the industry manufacturers and distributors, attendees believe the convention elevates the level of the networking discussions and also levels the playing field among participants.

BSA is the “must belong to organization for authorized bearing distributors.” An international service and educational organization of distributors representing a total of almost 100 companies distributing factory-warranted ball-, roller-, and anti-friction bearings and invited manufacturers of bearings and related products, the association’s mission says, “BSA is the forum to enhance networking and knowledge sharing and promote the sale of bearings through authorized distributors.” To learn more about the BSA Annual Convention, please visit the convention website, www.bsaconventions.org. For more information on BSA contact the BSA office at (630) 858-3838; fax (630) 790-3095; email info@bsahome.org or visit the association website at www.bsahome.org. ###

Connie Podesta cropped photo: http://www.bsaconventions.org/2011/business/images/Connie_Podesta_small.jpg

Andy Andrew’s book, the Traveler’s gift: http://www.bsaconventions.org/2011/business/images/travelers_gift.jpg

Michael Webber cropped photo: http://www.bsaconventions.org/2011/business/images/webber_cropped.jpg

For Immediate Release

Date: October 12, 2010

Contact: Janet Arden, publications editor, janeta@cmservices.com, (630) 858-3838

BSA 2011 Annual Convention Celebrates 45 Years

Glen Ellyn, IL -- In 2011 the Bearing Specialists Association (BSA) will celebrate 45 years of successfully bringing together the top level executives of what is now a $5.6 billion bearing industry in an annual convention designed for networking and knowledge sharing. The association’s 2011 Annual Convention, “Growing Together: 45 Years Strong,” is planned for April 29-May 3 at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines in Lost Pines (Austin) Texas.

Despite a variety of economic and business challenges – including those of the recent recovering economy – BSA has continued to deliver unparalleled networking and problem solving within the bearing industry. In fact both the 2010 Annual Convention and the 2010 Fall Meeting set new attendance standards. BSA anticipates the same response to the 2011 Annual Convention, and attendees can expect the same outstanding programming and access to industry leaders.

Convention planning is well underway for business programs and social events to develop and enhance the industry-specific relationships that are the basis for BSA. As always, the annual event will feature important industry updates from ABMA and BSA, and the traditional Conference Tables Session featuring pre-scheduled and planned conferences between distributors and manufacturers designed to resolve issues of mutual concern, and numerous opportunities for informal networking among the industry leaders expected to attend.

Hyatt Regency Lost Pines
The Hyatt Regency Lost Pines along the Colorado River is just 20 miles from Austin, Texas, but a world away from the boardroom, offering luxury accommodations, ample outdoor recreation and complimentary children’s activities. Lost Pines is first and foremost a luxurious Four Diamond resort located in a rugged, historic Texas setting. First-class amenities range from Spa Django (named by Condé Nast Traveler as one of the Top 75 Hot New Spas) to zip-lining through McKinney Roughs Nature Park. The resort’s Wolfdancer Golf Club (ranked by Golfweek in its list of Top 100 Resort Courses) is just steps from the lobby entrance, making it very accessible for an extra round of golf. Lost Pines is a great destination for all ages and many of the resort’s amenities are geared to family time, including the Crooked River Water Park, a variety of horseback riding options from Renegade Trailhead located on the resort property, and nightly campfires for roasting marshmallows. Additional activities as diverse as skeet shooting and rafting and kayaking trips on the Colorado River are also available.

Beyond the resort, the Austin, Texas, area offers a wealth of cultural, dining and sightseeing activities. Austin is known as “The Live Music Capital of the World,” with dozens of places to catch a show, as well as sample world famous barbeque, and browse the eclectic array of shops and boutiques. As the state capital, Austin offers a rich history that dates to the mid 1800’s. Austin’s lively arts scene starts with the nation's largest university-owned collection and includes a creative community of designers, painters, sculptors, dancers, filmmakers, and musicians.

BSA’s 2011 Annual Convention Committee is chaired by Richard and Rikki Shuster, Shuster Corporation. Committee members are Ben and Jan Mondics, Applied Industrial Technologies; James and Sally Fitzpatrick, Bearings Specialty Company; Brian and Christie Negri, Jamaica Bearings Company, Inc; Ellen and Hugh Holladay, Motion Industries, Inc; Tony and Nikki Martell, NSK Corporation; and Donald and Diane Poland, SKF USA Inc.

BSA is the “must belong to organization for authorized bearing distributors.” An international service and educational organization of distributors representing a total of almost 100 companies distributing factory-warranted ball-, roller-, and anti-friction bearings and invited manufacturers of bearings and related products, the association’s mission says, “BSA is the forum to enhance networking and knowledge sharing and promote the sale of bearings through authorized distributors.” For more information about the BSA 2010 Annual Convention and/or to register, please visit the convention website, www.bsaconventions.org. For more information on BSA contact the BSA office at (630) 858-3838; fax (630) 790-3095; email info@bsahome.org or visit the association website at www.bsahome.org.

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