Quality Parts Coalition Asking Congress to Revisit Design Patent Issue
The Quality Parts Coalition (QPC), a consortium of independent parts and insurance companies "committed to preserving and protecting the benefits of a competitive marketplace when repairing damaged vehicles," is currently working with Congress to introduce two new bills that would address car manufacturer design patents. "We believe this is the right time for the legislation
SEMA Show Program Expands to Give Exhibitors Greater Product Promotion
Upgrades to the 2011 SEMA Show New Products Showcase were made with an eye toward a bigger and more comprehensive display, with a component for “Featured Products,” greater product promotion through both traditional and social media outlets, and a new, larger area in the upper level of South Hall. Along with other aspects of the
Claypool Named Regional Manager at Metro Paint Supplies
Metro Paint Supplies announced on May 31 that it named Mark Claypool its new regional manager for the midwest region. Claypool will report to Bob Roewer, Metro’s vice president of sales and marketing. Claypool, most recently the CEO and founder of Optima Worldwide, will oversee a team of 12 sales representatives, technical specialists and business
PPG MVP Business Solutions Conference Offers a ‘Journey to Excellence’
“Same old, same old” is history. It’s time to accept change as the new normal. Performance and productivity are the new benchmarks for the industry. These were some of the messages attendees received at the PPG MVP Business Solutions Spring Conference held recently at the Rancho Las Palmas Resort and Spa in Palm Springs, Calif.
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
Chief Automotive Technologies Launches Facebook and Twitter Feeds
Chief Automotive Technologies has launched Facebook and Twitter feeds. Now, collision repair shop owners, technicians, estimators and insurance appraisers can access more resources online to find up-to-date company, product and training information. “Social media will play an instrumental role in our communication efforts moving forward,” says Mike Cranfill, vice president of collision. “We’re excited
Attorney Erica Eversman to Discuss What Collision Repair Industry Can Learn from Shop Owner’s Victory Over Progressive
In Erica Eversman’s mind, it would be a shame for the collision repair industry to not take advantage and learn from North State Custom owner Greg Coccaro’s hard fought and expensive court victory over Progressive. That’s why the Ohio-based attorney and consumer advocate will be going over the fine points of the landmark case at
Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes A-Plus Network Announces Safe Driving Affiliation with Collision Guard
Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes announced that its A-Plus Network members will be among the first collision repair facilities to join the Collision Guard online safe driving community. Collisionguard.com posts collision repair facility profiles and provides monthly e-coupons to members, thus creating consumer traffic at its affiliated body shops while spreading the word about safe driving. Collision
Win $1,000 and $500 Gift Certificates by Signing Up for BodyShop Business Conference & Trade Show!
Register to attend the 2011 BodyShop Business Conference & Trade Show by April 28, and you’ll be eligible to win one of three gift certificates to spend with one of the 30-plus vendors exhibiting at the BodyShop Business Trade Show on May 5 in at the Pheasant Run Resort in St. Charles, Ill. One lucky
Sign Up Now for the 2011 BodyShop Business Conference & Trade Show
The 2011 BodyShop Business Conference – Strategies for Success is combining a great location, knowledgeable presenters and exciting exhibitors to give repairers a full day of experiences sure to leave them enlightened and inspired. The conference, slated for Thursday, May 5 at the Pheasant Run Resort in Lake Charles, Ill., will feature a full day