Immediate Past Chairman of the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) International Board of Directors, was awarded the Founder’s Award for his dedication and service to I-CAR at the 2017 I-CAR Volunteer & Instructor Conference held in La Jolla, Calif. Laurentino has served on the I-CAR International Board of Directors since 2010, serving in […]
3M, DeVilbiss Automotive Refinishing, Louis M. Gerson and PPC Honored at Annual Sherwin-Williams Vendor Awards
Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes announced its annual Associated Products Vendor Awards. The announcement was made at a special reception for more than 200 suppliers, employees and V.I.P. guests at its national sales meeting held at the Gaylord Palms hotel and convention center in Orlando, Fla. Associated Products suppliers honored at this year’s Vendor Awards included: 3M […]
Caliber Recognized as Employer of the Year by Lincoln College of Technology
Lincoln College of Technology in Denver has named Caliber Collision as Employer of the Year. According to Ken Phipps, Director of Career Services at Lincoln Tech, the award is in recognition of the numerous opportunities Caliber Collision has presented over the years to the school’s students and graduates as they prepare for a career in […]
PPG Named Sponsor of the Year by Speedway Children’s Charities New Hampshire Chapter
The New Hampshire chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities (SCC) honored PPG by naming it Sponsor of the Year for 2016. The announcement was made by Chapter Director Cheryl LaPrade at SCC’s annual grant distribution ceremony at the Palace Theatre in Manchester, N.H.. Michael Patenaude, PPG regional sales manager, accepted the honor on behalf of PPG. […]
Crashmax Takes Home Second Chief Sales Leader Award
Interstate Marketing, Professional Collision Equipment also honored during annual distributor meeting. Crashmax was named VSG Collision Sales Leader for the second consecutive year at Chief’s annual distributor meeting Oct. 31 in Las Vegas. Interstate Marketing was recognized for the highest percentage sales growth from 2014 to 2015. Professional Collision Equipment, serving New Mexico and Texas, […]
National Auto Body Council Awards Recognize Collision Repair Industry Professionalism, Integrity
Three industry professionals, whose exemplary efforts and actions in 2016 best illustrate the vision and mission of the National Auto Body Council (NABC), were recognized recently at SEMA with the organization’s prestigious Award of Distinction, Body Shop Image Award, and Excellence in Community Service. The goal of the NABC awards is to recognize auto body […]
I-CAR Honors Exceptional Contribution to Collision Repair Industry
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) announced the winners of its annual I-CAR Awards that recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions to advancing the training and professionalism of the collision repair industry. The winners were revealed Nov. 2 at a ceremony in the Paradise Ballroom at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and […]
CIECA Announces 2016 Annual Award Winners
On November 2th at the Annual Collision Industry Conference (CIC) Industry Achievement Awards, the Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) Board of Trustees announced the winners of the 2016 Electronic Commerce awards. Board Member Steve Betley and Executive Director Fred Iantorno made the presentations. Electronic Commerce Company of the Year 2016 – This award is […]
Collision Repair Education Foundation Announces Student of the Year Award Winners
The Collision Repair Education Foundation has selected two winners for the Collision Students of the Year award. The winning students are currently studying collision repair and were nominated by their instructor. Each winner and his/her nominating instructor will receive a trip to SEMA 2016 where the pair will be honored at the Education Foundation’s evening […]
Maaco Recognizes Top Franchisees During Annual Convention
Maaco recognized more than 60 franchisees during this year’s convention in Charlotte, N.C. Maaco franchisees from throughout the country were recognized for several achievements including: outstanding sales performance, operational excellence, leadership, growth and overall performance. “Each year, it’s an honor to recognize the top performers in the Maaco system,” said Jason Ryan, president of Maaco. […]