Andrea Joins OESA as VP of Business Development

TROY, Mich., Nov. 3, 2003 -- The Original Equipment Suppliers Association (OESA) announces David J. Andrea will join the OESA staff on Jan. 5, 2004 as vice president of business development. Andrea's responsibilities will include addressing industry issues through OESA councils, providing a liaison between councils and OESA research partners, and expanding the OESA message to a greater number of suppliers.

OESA President Neil De Koker stated, "David Andrea is a valuable addition to the OESA staff." De Koker continued, "His understanding of the industry and ability to speak effectively on issues confronting automotive suppliers will enable OESA to better serve the automotive supplier industry."

Most recently, Andrea served as CFO and director of the Forecasting Group for the Center for Automotive Research. His industry involvement includes serving on the governing board, finance committee, and Global Leadership Committee for the Society of Automotive Engineers - Detroit Section, the Society of Automotive Analysts board of directors, and Detroit Association for Business Economics president.

"I have the utmost respect for David Andrea's abilities -- he is an excellent complement to the OESA organization and we look forward to a strong working relationship between our groups," stated Dr. David Cole, chairman, Center for Automotive Research and a member of the OESA board of directors.

OESA is a 340-member trade association representing the interests of automotive original equipment suppliers. OESA member companies represent more than 60 percent of North America's automotive supplier sales. OESA provides a forum for suppliers to address issues of common interest and serves as a resource and a voice for the industry. For more information on OESA, visit www.oesa.org .

OESA is a market segment association of the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA).