Team PRP Seeks National Director
Ideal candidate should have knowledge of auto recycling, collision/mechanical repair and experience with insurance claims.
Quest Specialty Chemicals Adds Two New Members to Senior Leadership Team
Rick Martin joins as CFO, Marj Shymske hired as president of Quest Construction Products.
California Department of Insurance Appoints New Legislative Director
Robert Herrell to also serve as deputy commissioner.
Four Industry Members Join Collision Repair Education Foundation’s Leadership Circle
Four collision industry members have joined the Collision Repair Education Foundation’s Industry Leadership Circle through their $1,000 personal contributions to the organization. Domenic Brusco of PPG Automotive Refinish, Bill Lawrence of LC Automotive Group, Tim Morgan of Spanesi Americas and Tim O’Day of Gerber Collision & Glass all have donated $1,000 personally to the organization.
Seidner’s Collision Centers Names Mike Stacy Director of Corporate Strategy
Former VeriFacts VP of sales and marketing brings more than 40 years of experience to the company.
I-CAR Western Regional Conference Honors Instructors, Volunteers
Outstanding instructors and volunteers recognized for their dedication and commitment to I-CAR.
Industry Veteran Mike Spagnola Joins SEMA Staff
SEMA has hired industry veteran Mike Spagnola to fill the newly created position of VP, OEM & product development programs, effective immediately. Spagnola brings with him 40 years of specialty auto parts experience, including more than 20 years of product development and project vehicle work. With a focus on heightening SEMA services to help members
AAIA and ASE Announce 2013 World Class Technicians
Of the more than 775,000 automotive technicians working in the United States, 30 outstanding individuals have qualified for the prestigious 2013 World Class Technician Award. The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) and National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) work together to recognize these professional technicians who have tested and obtained ASE certification in 22
Douglas Irish Named President of VeriFacts Automotive
VeriFacts Automotive has announced that Douglas Irish has been promoted to president of the company. The announcement was made during the Fifth Annual Invitational "Fix It Right, Fix It Smart" Symposium, which took place Feb. 19 in La Jolla, Calif. In his new role, Irish will maintain his current responsibilities for everyday operations, product planning
ASA Appoints Dan Risley New Executive Vice President
Industry veteran and former SCRS executive director joins association after stint as market claims manager for Allstate.
Zara’s Collision Center Appoints Assistant General Manager
Brad Zara, president of Zara’s Collision Center in Springfield, Ill., has announced that Brady Smith has been named assistant general manager of the body shop. Smith, a resident of Athens, Ill., began his career at Zara’s as a teenager in June 2008, working part time. His experience at Zara’s has encompassed facility maintenance, vehicle detailing,
3M Sales Manager Appointed to National Auto Body Council National Board
Renee Ricciotti, national key account sales manager, is first woman from 3M to join the board.
