Women’s Industry Network Welcomes Over 160 Women from the Collision Repair Industry to San Diego Conference
The fifth annual Women’s Industry Network Conference kicked off Monday morning in San Diego with over 160 women from all segments of the collision repair industry. The first day included a keynote address on ”Strategy, Leadership and the Soul” by Jennifer Sertl, founder and president of Agility 3R. Greg Horn, vice president of industry relations
Panama City, Florida Woman Wins Dream Car in CARSTAR Hertz Shelby Mustang Sweepstakes
Local Panama City resident Velda Lynn Savage didn’t own a car due to financial reasons when she entered the CARSTAR Hertz Shelby Mustang sweepstakes, but her hopes were high that she might be lucky enough to win this spectacular solution to her transportation challenges. This Friday, CARSTAR and Hertz will make Savage’s dream come
AkzoNobel Releases Second Edition of Sikkens ColorScala Pro
AkzoNobel Automotive & Aerospace Coatings (A&AC) has released Sikkens ColorScala Pro, 2nd Edition, an upgrade on its variant color documentation system. The vehicle refinishing industry is already familiar with ColorScala Pro, but with 2nd Edition, repair professionals get higher gloss paint swatches, which provide more accurate and reliable color representation, resulting in better color accuracy,
AkzoNobel Announces Upgraded Color Tools
AkzoNobel’s Automotive & Aerospace Coatings (A&AC), which pioneered the auto refinish industry’s first color measurement tool capable of accurately measuring special effects paints like metallics and pearlescents, has now made what the company says is its most advanced color measurement tools available to selected customers. Previously, A&AC was using its AkzoNobel formula development tool (FDT)
TSBs Can Generate an Additional Income Stream
So what does it mean for you to “one up” the competition? You’ve invested time and money to install the latest and greatest software systems throughout your business. You have the best frame rack and electronic measuring devices available on the market. You have the most talented welders who allow you to replace panels and
ABRA Auto Body & Glass Opens 107th Facility
Minneapolis-based ABRA Auto Body & Glass announced the opening of its 107th facility on April 26. Located in Chattanooga, Tenn., this is the fourth ABRA franchise awarded to Nelson Bowers II in the greater Chattanooga area. Mark Wahlin, vice president of franchise development and operations, commented on ABRA’s decision to award another franchise to Bowers:
Popular “Guess the Car” Contest to Go Live at BodyShop Business Conference & Trade Show
Next week’s BodyShop Business Conference & Trade Show, which features free trade show admission for collision repairers, has a host of exciting, hands-on activities lined up for attendees. The event is slated for Thursday, May 5, at Pheasant Run Resort in St. Charles, Ill. Fans of BSB’s monthly Guess the Car feature will be treated
MAACO Selects Engage121 to Manage Social Media Presence
MAACO has selected Engage121, Inc., to manage its social media initiatives. "MAACO can now monitor customer and franchisee communication across multiple social media platforms, plus consumer review and rating sites, from the Engage121 integrated application," said Warren Stoll, vice president of marketing for MAACO. "That saves us valuable time that we can use to engage
Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes A-Plus Network Adds New Estimating Contributor Program
Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes A-Plus Network is now affiliated with VehicleOwnersGuide.com, an online provider of blueprint documents that helps collision repair shops identify any missed revenues. Its unique estimating analysis tool, EstimateScrubber.com, can be used in the repair planning process to prompt estimators to include commonly omitted items and better identify the repair cost associated with
Record Breaking Increase for Women’s Industry Network Conference, Membership
The Women’s Industry Network (WIN) has seen an 88 percent increase in early conference registrations and a 179 percent increase in membership over last year. WIN attributes the increases to greater exposure throughout the industry by sponsors, participation in industry events and grassroots marketing efforts from its members. “WIN has established itself as a valuable