This year's Outstanding Member of the Year is Brian Smith. 

Brian not only successfully runs his own business, but is also the Affiliate Delegate on the ASA Northwest Board of Directors.

There are always many people that stand out and definitely deserve to be the recipient of the award, but we do have to choose just one.
The criteria for the award does not stop at just being involved with our association, but also includes involvement in our local communities to make this state a better place to live.


Brian has served at the Chapter level for many years, was on the Benefits and Insurance Committee, was the Board of Directors Secretary, and many other positions on the ASA Northwest Board of Directors.

Brian successfully runs Gig Harbor Automotive Service in Gig Harbor, and is amicable, conservative, dependable, goes to church and is a good family man and friend.

We are truly blessed to have such a quality person in our association.

The Outstanding Member of the Year trophy dates back to 1968 when we were IGO and provides us with a history of independent repair owners and supporters who have given many years of dedicated service to our industry.

FREE ASA Northwest Mentor Program - Is Your Business Still Making a Profit?
By Brian Johnson, Immediate Past Chairman of the Board, ASA Northwest

The economy has been tough for many businesses, including the auto repair industry. Many of us have seen sales volume not only stop growing, but also decrease the last couple of years. Do you have vendors that you owe 60 to 90 days out?  Very likely, if your business was making a small profit before, it is not making any profit now. These are signs that we need to ask for a little help.