CREF Invites Industry to Attend Reception During SEMA

Collision Repair Education Foundation Invites Industry to Attend Annual Reception During SEMA Show

Over $300,000 in collision school grants to be awarded.

Collision-Repair-Education-Foundation-logoThe Collision Repair Education Foundation announced that collision industry members are invited to join the Education Foundation during its annual reception Nov. 3rd from 9 to 10:15 p.m. in the N259-N261 rooms at the Las Vegas Convention Center during SEMA 2015. During the reception, attendees will hear about the organization’s efforts to support high school and post-secondary collision students, 2015 donors/supporters will be highlighted, and winners of the annual 2015 Ultimate Collision Education Makeover school grant will be announced. Industry members will also have an opportunity to meet and greet attending collision school instructors and students.

“We would like to invite collision industry members to attend our annual reception to not only witness high school and college collision instructors be surprised with significant grants to help their programs but also learn more about our new focus on helping to bridge the gap between the schools and entry-level employment,” said Collision Repair Education Foundation Director of Development Brandon Eckenrode. “Hundreds of reception attendees are anticipated, and we look forward to showcasing the industry’s generosity to its future professionals.”

Additional details of the event will be made available as the date approaches, however, industry members are asked to RSVP for the reception by emailing attendee information to [email protected]. Questions regarding the reception and/or the Education Foundation’s efforts to support the future of the collision industry can be directed to Eckenrode at [email protected] or (847) 463-5244.

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