SCRS Reports 400 Percent Growth in RDE Attendance
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) reports that the 2011 SEMA Show had “more collision repair-related businesses in evidence than ever before,” and its Repairer Driven Education (RDE) series saw a 400-percent jump in attendance compared with its inaugural year in 2010.
SCRS Reporting ‘Record Growth’ for SEMA Collision Repair and Refinish Section
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) is reporting "record-setting levels of growth" for the Collision Repair and Refinish section of the 2011 SEMA Show slated for Nov. 1-4 in Las Vegas. "We’re thrilled with how the 2011 show has shaped up in terms of both content and overall attendance," said SCRS Executive Director Aaron
Sherwin-Williams Classes to Help Repairers Improve Business Growth, Productivity, Lean Skills and Painting Techniques
Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes will offer 36 classes and training sessions designed to help automotive collision professionals in the second quarter of 2010. These upcoming business-building and production-excellence courses are being provided through classroom, Web and hands-on settings at numerous Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes training centers located in metropolitan areas across the United States. The classes consist
Pennsylvania Shop Named to Inc. Magazine’s ‘Inc. 5000’ Growth List
Pennsylvania-based Dutch Valley Auto Works, in business for 35 years, has been named to the Inc. magazine “Inc. 5000” list as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States and the third-ranked collision center. Every year, the magazine honors the top 500 and top 5000 growth companies in the country. Founded in 1971
I-CAR Interim CEO Outlines Organization’s Future Growth Strategy
Despite I-CAR’s recent highly-publicized financial struggles (click here), board of directors chairman John Edelen conveyed a positive outlook for the training organization at the recent Collision Industry Conference held in Philadelphia. “I-CAR has identified what needs to be improved, and it is listening to the needs of the inter-industry,” Edelen told a rapt crowd at
Productivity Feeds Growth: Zara’s Collision Center
Ahhhh! The smell of a smoldering steak … The air is filled with its spicy aroma … You’re getting hungry, very hungry, aren’t you? This isn’t the description of a favorite restaurant or a backyard feast, but instead, of a once-a-month lunch at Zara’s Collision Center in Springfield, Ill.
SEMA Appoints New Chief Financial Officer
Ryan Stutzman will replace George Afremow, current vice president and chief financial officer, who will retire in June after 12 years with the association.
Executive Interview: Matt Ebert, Founder and CEO of Crash Champions
Jason Stahl interviews Matt Ebert on his rise from technician to leader of a 600-plus shop network.
Transtar Announces Agreement for Axalta to Acquire The CoverFlexx Group
Axalta Coating Systems has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Transtar Holding Company’s subsidiary The CoverFlexx Group.
Auto Color & Equipment Joins Wesco Group
Auto Color & Equipment has been servicing Missouri since 1987.
