The University of the Aftermarket Foundation (UAF) welcomes GB Remanufacturing, Inc. as a new lifetime trustee and thanked them for their generous support. Michael Kitching, president and CEO of GB Remanufacturing, will serve as the company’s representative on the UAF board of trustees. “The University of the Aftermarket Foundation plays a fundamental role in educating […]
Collision Industry Foundation Accepting Applications for Board of Directors
The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) announced that the application period for individuals from the Collision Repair Industry at large to serve on the CIF Board is now open. CIF Trustees are all volunteers, donating their time and expertise to lead CIF to further its mission and vision. Our Vision: Provide Emergency Relief to Collision Repair […]
Highline Warren New Lifetime Trustee for University of the Aftermarket Foundation
The University of the Aftermarket Foundation (UAF) welcomes Highline Warren, the manufacturer and distributor of automotive consumable and maintenance products, as a new lifetime trustee. The lifetime trustee designation is reserved for exceptional donors who support the foundation’s mission of providing scholarships and funding for educational programs that strengthen the motor vehicle aftermarket. Zach Miller, […]
Allstate’s Bryce Boyer Joins CIECA Board of Trustees
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced that Bryce Boyer, business partner lead consultant for Allstate Insurance Company, joined CIECA’s Board of Trustees. As part of an auto team that focuses on virtual estimating, one of Boyer’s major focal points is navigating how artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are transforming how Allstate and the […]
Collision Repair Education Foundation Announces Executive Committee
The Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) announced and introduce its newly appointed Executive Committee, which consists of seven industry professionals who are dedicated to supporting the future of the industry through engagement with collision schools and students. CREF’s 2023 Executive Committee includes: Chair Steve Schmidt (State Farm) Vice Chair Brenda Hogen (Parts Trader) Treasurer Stacy […]
Collision Industry Foundation Announces 2023 Board and Officers
The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) announced its Board of Trustees and elected Officers for 2023. The Board includes15 individuals who have volunteered their time and made the commitment to serve the mission and vision of CIF. The incoming 2023 Officers, rounding out the executive leadership, are as follows: Dan Risley of CCC Intelligent Solutions Inc., […]
Solera’s Bill Brower Joins CIECA Board
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Committee (CIECA) announced that Bill Brower, Vice President of Industry Relations for Solera, joined CIECA’s Board of Trustees, effective immediately. Brower is a claims leader across the insurance property and casualty (P&C) claims industry who has more than 35 years of experience leading claims teams with top brand companies, including […]
AkzoNobel’s Tim Ronak Joins CIECA Board
CIECA announced yesterday that Tim Ronak, senior services consultant for AkzoNobel, joined CIECA’s Board of Trustees, effective immediately. He will be representing the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS). “I’m excited to be part of the CIECA Board of Trustees and help develop and promote the next generation of industry standards,” said Ronak. “Without a […]
CIECA Announces New Members of Board of Trustee
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced today that several CIECA Board of Trustees member companies named new representatives to sit on the board in 2022. “We welcome all of the new representatives to CIECA’s Board of Trustees,” said Paul Barry, CIECA’s executive director. “Their diverse backgrounds will enable them to best support CIECA’s […]
State Farm’s Ed Mondragon Joins CIECA Board
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced that Ed Mondragon, a property and casualty (P&C) claims consultant in State Farm’s Consulting Services department, joined CIECA’s board of trustees effective immediately. In his new role, Mondragon will support CIECA’s mission to develop and promote electronic data integration standards. “I have a passion for improvements that […]