The Certified Automotive Parts Association elected new officers and added two members to its board of directors, the nonprofit parts certification organization announced March 10.
The two new directors include Michael Brooks of The Center for Auto Safety, a consumer advocacy organization, and Jonathan Hart of Farmers Insurance. Hart replaces Joseph Flowers, who had represented Farmers on the board.
Gerry Poirier of Vector Squared was confirmed as board chair after serving in the role on an interim basis since July 2025. Gadberry of Nationwide Mutual Insurance was re-elected to the board and elevated to vice chair.
CAPA’s board composition spans insurers, collision repairers, parts distributors, manufacturers, and quality experts.
“Welcoming Michael and Jonathan to the board, and recognizing Jim’s re-election to the Board and his election as Vice Chair, reflects the strength and depth of experience CAPA continues to attract,” said Poirier. “CAPA’s ability to serve as a trusted, independent authority depends on having the right voices shaping our direction — and this board delivers that. Together, we remain committed to upholding the comprehensive standards that consumers, repairers, and insurers rely on.”
CAPA’s board of directors include:
- Gerry Poirier, Vector Squared (Chair)
- Jim Gadberry, Nationwide Mutual Insurance (Vice Chair)
- Mark Scafati, LKQ Corporation
- Mike Dolabi, Parts Authority
- Michael Bundra, Allstate
- Jonathan Hart, Farmers Insurance
- Troy Penry, GEICO
- Tom Latronico, Liberty Mutual
- John Retton, Progressive Insurance
- Teresa Candiloro, State Farm
- Jeff Procaccini, Travelers
- Patrick Burnett, USAA
- Brian Burbridge, Caliber Collision
- Kayla Williams-Clark, Classic Collision
- Seth Ingall, Crash Champions
- David Garner, Joe Hudson’s Collision Center
- Michael Brooks, The Center for Auto Safety
- Kerry Tapio, Intertek