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NETSA 2011 Hall of Fame Announcement 2/2/11
It is with great honor and pride, that the Board of Directors of the New England Tire and Service Association, announce the 2011 Hall of Fame inductees. NETSA will induct Richard “Dick” Cole (ME) and Barry Steinberg (MA) as well as historical candidate Jack Axelrod (CT). The announcement was made today by Jim Melvin Jr., Hall of Fame Committee Chair and Vice President Tire Pro’s of RI.
A few years ago members of the NETSA board established the Hall of Fame in order to recognize those individuals who have distinguished themselves in the Tire and Automotive Service Industry in New England. All honorees have contributed with heartfelt passion and countless hours towards the development of the industry and have undoubtedly become outstanding leaders within their respective communities.
Past inductees have been:
| Inducted | Name | Business Name | Business Location |
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2008 |
Robert J. Sullivan Roland M. Lesieur
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Sullivan Tire Maynard & Lesieur
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Rockland, MA Nashua, NH
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2009 |
Richard "Dick" Aronson Pat McGeoghegan
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Century Tire Co. Mohawk Rubber Sales
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Portland, ME Hingham, MA
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2010 |
Edward H. Hogan Anthony T. Koles
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Hogan Tire Centers Montvale Tire
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Woburn, MA Melrose, MA
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2011 |
Jack Axelrod | Axelrod Tire | Portland, CT |
| Barry Steinberg | Direct Tire & Auto Service | Watertown, MA | |
| Richard "Dick" Cole | Dick Cole Tire Center | Portland, ME |
The induction ceremonies will be held during the Annual NETSA Trade Show and Convention at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, CT Saturday evening, April 16th, during the Hall of Fame Dinner. For press information please email netsapros@aol.com or contact Jim Melvin Jr, Vice President Tire Pros of RI Inc. 401-527-8987
Established in 1952 the purpose of the New England Tire and Service Association is to benefit the public by supporting independently owned tire dealerships and automotive service centers. Currently with a solid member base of over 450 and growing, NETSA will continue to provide up to date information on the many aspects of the Tire & Automotive service industry to its members.
New England Tire and Service Association
Dick Cole, Executive Director
Mail: PO Box 1012, Yarmouth, Maine 04096
Phone: 207-846-0986 E-Mail