SASKATOON, SK (08.11.26) – Firstech Canada announced the appointment of Scott Haseniuk as Business Development Manager – Automotive, Western Canada.

Scott brings more than 25 years of experience in the automotive aftermarket and specialty 12-volt industries. Since 2000, he has built a strong career across the automotive aftermarket, gaining extensive experience in accessory sales, installation operations, and dealer support. He later went on to lead installation operations at one of Firstech’s top-performing dealers in Central Alberta, helping drive successful operations and deliver quality solutions to customers.

Having spent his career working alongside installers, sales teams, and dealers, Scott understands the day-to-day challenges and opportunities involved in building a successful 12-volt business. His hands-on technical knowledge, process-driven approach, and passion for helping customers succeed make him an exceptional resource for our dealer network.

“At Firstech Canada, our success is built on the success of our dealers. Supporting our partners’ growth across Western Canada was a key priority, and we wanted to invest in an experienced professional who could provide meaningful support and help our dealers capitalize on new opportunities,” said Benjamin Riboreau, Director of Sales & Strategic Operations, Firstech Canada. “Scott’s industry experience, technical expertise, and commitment to building lasting relationships make him an outstanding addition to our team. I know many of you will quickly recognize the value he brings, and I’m excited for you to get to know him.”

In his new role, Scott will work closely with dealers throughout Western Canada to support business growth through product training, sales development, technical guidance, and ongoing account support. Whether you are looking to expand your remote start and security business, explore new connected car solutions, or simply have a trusted resource to support your team, Scott is here to help.

“I’m truly honored to join Firstech Canada. The company is an innovative industry leader with a passionate, forward-thinking team that is committed to mutual growth and success with its dealer network and industry partners,” said Scott Haseniuk. “I have worked across various areas of the aftermarket automotive and specialty 12-volt industries since 2000, gaining valuable insight and experience that allows me to understand and support the needs of our dealers. I’m very much looking forward to helping our current and future clients reach their full potential.”

If you have not yet had the opportunity to meet Scott, we encourage you to reach out and introduce yourself. He will be connecting with dealers across the region over the coming weeks and looks forward to building strong relationships with our partners.

Scott can be reached at 780-522-1784 or shaseniuk@myfirstech.ca

Majed Awad (R) traveled to Denton TX to deliver the Apollo Authorized Plaque to Adrian Salazar.

DALLAS, TX (08.11.26) – Apollo Window Film is proud to present Adrian Salazar of the North Texas Tint Institute with an Apollo Authorized plaque, recognizing the school’s longstanding partnership with Apollo Window Film. The North Texas Tint Institute is recognized as one of the premier window tint training schools in the nation, helping develop the next generation of professional window film installers.

“Adrian Salazar and the North Texas Tint Institute have been using Apollo Window Film products for more than 16 years, making their relationship with Apollo one built on experience, trust, and a shared commitment to quality and professional installation. We appreciate working together to grow the window film industry” Maged Awad relayed.

Apollo Window Film is proud to support educators and installers who continue to raise the standards of the window film industry.

For more see apollowindowfilm.com and awdistributors.com.

HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA (08.10.26) — Automotive Entertainment OC is continuing its commitment to hands-on industry education following the success of its 3-Day Digital Fabrication Class, held July 24–26, 2026, at the company’s Huntington Beach facility.

The July training brought together automotive professionals from across the industry for three days of hands-on learning centered around the technologies that are changing the way custom automotive projects are designed and built.

The training was led and supported by experienced industry professionals, including Lino Morales, Jeremy Katz, Chris Yato, Andrew Esparza, JT Torres, and Jason Tzintzun, who shared their knowledge, experience, and different perspectives with attendees throughout the three days.

The class also welcomed respected members of the automotive industry as students, including John Schwartz, CEO of SoundShield, further demonstrating the growing interest in digital fabrication and its applications within the industry.

Real-World Experience Behind the Training
One of the biggest advantages of Automotive Entertainment OC’s training program is that digital fabrication is not something the team uses only for demonstrations or classes.

It is part of the shop’s everyday workflow.

Automotive Entertainment OC regularly uses 3D scanning, CAD design, reverse engineering, 3D printing, CNC machining, and laser cutting to design and complete real customer projects.

That daily experience is what shapes the training.

Students learn from real-world applications, challenges, and solutions developed inside an active automotive fabrication shop. The focus is not simply on learning how to operate the technology, but on understanding how to incorporate it into an everyday workflow to improve accuracy, solve problems, save time, and create new possibilities.

“Our goal is simple,” said JT Torres of Automotive Entertainment OC. “We want every student to go home with new skills they can immediately start applying to their everyday projects and their business.”

Industry Support Made the Experience Possible
The July training was also made possible through the generous support of industry sponsors and partners, including Exile Audio, ORCA Design & Manufacturing, Creaform, Amplify AM, and SendCutSend.

Their support helped Automotive Entertainment OC create an even more valuable experience for attendees. Throughout the training, students had opportunities to win tools, products, credits, and other prizes provided by participating sponsors.

For Automotive Entertainment OC, these partnerships are about more than giveaways. They connect students with companies, tools, products, and resources that can help them continue developing their skills long after the class is over.

The Automotive Entertainment OC team is grateful to every sponsor, instructor, industry professional, and student who contributed to making the July class a success.

Next 3-Day Digital Fabrication Class: September 11–13, 2026
Building on the momentum of the July training, Automotive Entertainment OC will host its next 3-Day Digital Fabrication Class on September 11, 12 & 13, 2026, in Huntington Beach, California.

The upcoming class will focus on:

3D Scanning

Reverse Engineering

Surfacing

Real-World Digital Fabrication Workflows

Students will learn how to capture real-world parts using 3D scanning technology, work with scan data, reverse engineer existing components, develop accurate surfaces and CAD models, and understand how to move from a physical object to a usable digital design.

The class is designed for installers, fabricators, shop owners, designers, engineers, and other professionals who want to add modern digital fabrication skills to the work they are already doing.

Just as with the July class, the emphasis will remain on hands-on, practical learning rather than theory alone.

Students will have the opportunity to ask questions, work alongside experienced professionals, and see how the same technologies being taught in the classroom are being used every day at Automotive Entertainment OC to complete actual customer projects.

The goal is for every attendee to leave with practical knowledge and new skills they can begin using immediately.

Event Information
3-Day Digital Fabrication Class
September 11–13, 2026

Automotive Entertainment OC
7442 Talbert Ave.
Huntington Beach, CA 92648

Snacks and lunch will be provided each day.

Registration is now open, and space is limited to maintain a hands-on learning environment.

NEW YORK, NY (08.10.26) – SiriusXM announced that Jenny Tartikoff has been named Senior Vice President and Head of Communications, effective August 10, 2026. Tartikoff will report to President and Chief Content Officer Scott Greenstein and lead SiriusXM’s overall communications and public relations strategy and execution. She will be responsible for promoting the company’s content and business narrative while serving as a senior advisor to the company’s leadership team on major business developments and high-profile moments.

“Jenny is an accomplished communications leader with the judgment, range and industry experience to help SiriusXM tell a clear and compelling story, anchored around making SiriusXM the definitive home for audio content and fandom,” said Greenstein. “Jenny’s experience across entertainment, streaming, podcasting and advertising makes her the right leader to guide our communications into the next phase of SiriusXM’s strategy across our portfolio of audio businesses, and we’re thrilled to welcome her to the team.”

Tartikoff brings more than 20 years of communications experience across media, entertainment and technology. She most recently served as Executive Vice President, Global Communications at Paramount Pictures, where she led internal and external corporate communications, corporate social responsibility and awards strategy for the studio’s live-action and animation properties. During her tenure, Tartikoff guided the company’s communications through the industry’s post-pandemic recovery and the evolution of Paramount’s multi-platform release strategy.

“SiriusXM brings together an extraordinary mix of brands, platforms, talent and technology, with a unique ability to connect fans with the music, voices, stories and cultural moments they care about,” said Tartikoff. “As a longtime listener, I’ve experienced firsthand the thoughtful curation and authentic experiences SiriusXM creates, which makes joining the company especially meaningful. I’m excited to partner with the leadership team and communications organization to help shape and amplify the company’s story with purpose and impact.”

Before joining Paramount Pictures, Tartikoff was Head of Content & Advertising Communications at Spotify. Previously, she served as Senior Vice President, Global Communications at Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, where she led corporate communications across executive communications, talent relations, transition management and high-profile business matters.

Earlier, she was a Senior Vice President at Rubenstein, advising clients including Paramount Pictures, HBO, Sony, News Corporation and the New York Post on strategic communications, complex issues and high-profile announcements. She began her career in broadcast journalism communications, holding roles at NBC News, where she supported “Meet the Press”, “Dateline”, “Tom Brokaw Reports” and Peacock Productions, and at CBS News’ “The Early Show.”

For more about SiriusXM, please go to: https://www.siriusxm.com/

FRISCO, TX (08.07.26) – Morel is a new product line now available in CAR•TOYS stores in Texas.

“We are very excited that CAR•TOYS Texas had added the Morel brand to their product lineup. Soon they will unleash the music with Morel in their 12 Texas stores” David Toliver, Synergy Marketing, stated.

Continuing “The Frisco location received their first shipment on Tuesday and already product is being installed as team members upgrade the large display in the showroom. Over the next three months the plan is for all 12 stores to have upgraded displays plus along the way we will conduct training sessions and more. We are all very excited for this opportunity and long time partnership ahead” Toliver concluded.

For more see cartoystx.com and morelhifi.com.