I-CAR Announces Winners of Annual I-CAR Awards
Three individuals recognized for outstanding contributions to advancing training and professionalism of collision industry.
I-CAR Honors Tom Moreland with Chairman’s Award
Moreland’s career spans more than 30 years, including six as member of I-CAR International Board of Directors.
Wesco Acquires Three PBE Stores in Eastern Washington
On Aug. 1, Professional Paint Supply joined the Wesco Group family. Professional Paint operates in Wenatchee, Union Gap and the Tri-Cities area of Eastern Washington. Wesco is a full-service paint, body and equipment distributor operating throughout Washington, Oregon and Idaho that carries major paint lines such as: BASF, PPG, Axalta and AkzoNobel. With this
Wanda to Sponsor 12th Annual ‘Blue Suede Cruise’ Event
AkzoNobel’s Wanda brand will again be the title sponsor of the 12th Annual “Blue Suede Cruise” event for the third straight year. The event is scheduled for July 19-21, 2013, at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio. As the largest Midwest street rod event of the year, thousands of car enthusiasts will gather to view
Former ASA Collision Division Manager Joins National Autobody Parts Warehouse
Sixteen-year industry veteran Denise Caspersen to focus on industry relations, project management and strategic planning.
I-CAR Director of Corporate Administration Appointed WIN Chair
As chair of the WIN board, Margaret Knell will promote women’s initiatives across all segments of the collision industry.
Refinish Distributors Alliance Membership Meeting Yields Record Attendance
I-CAR representatives deliver presentations about industry’s technical future.
WIN Announces New Board of Directors
Newly elected members include Michelle Sullivan (AkzoNobel), Petra Schroeder (Axalta), Melissa Miller (CARSTAR) and Beverly Rook-Twibell (Safelite).
BodyShop Business Editor Visits McLaren Technology Center
Jason Stahl felt like James Bond when he ventured to England for a tour of McLaren’s headquarters.
AASP-MN Hosts Successful Annual Meeting & Convention
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Minnesota (AASP-MN) held its Annual Meeting & Convention at the Crowne Plaza Minneapolis West on April 11 and 12 in Plymouth. More than 250 area shop owners, vendors, presenters and industry supporters gathered to take part in informative seminars, networking opportunities and entertainment. The “Peer-to-Peer Roundtable & Networking