Curtis Draper is the vice president of industry analysis, programs and member services at the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) and group executive of AASA’s international aftermarket councils: the China Aftermarket Forum (CAF) and the Overseas Automotive Council (OAC). CAF is a consortium of full-service suppliers that meet on a quarterly basis to discuss opportunities within the Chinese aftermarket and to identify ways to address challenges in the growing segment. OAC promotes the sale in foreign markets of automotive and heavy duty products manufactured in North America. Those products include components, accessories, chemicals, hand and power tools, service maintenance and repair equipment, and paint and body supplies for both cars and trucks. OAC has more than 350 members in more than 40 countries.