Seeks to raise funds for grandchildren of collision repair shop owner whose son and daugther-in-law was killed in Texas shooting. In the wake of the recent tragic mass shooting in El Paso, Texas, the Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) has committed to assist one of our own in a “Campaign of Caring.” As CollisionWeek reported last […]
I-CAR’s Ann Gonzalez Joins Collision Industry Foundation Board
The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) announced the election of Ann Gonzalez, Vice President, Strategic Development at I-CAR to the CIF Board of Trustees. Gonzalez leads the development of strategies and key initiatives for I-CAR both domestically and abroad and provides guidance through performance-driven initiatives. “We welcome Ann to the board of Trustees and look forward […]
Collision Industry Foundation Reports Success at 9th Annual Gala Fundraiser
The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) held its ninth annual Gala Fundraiser in Palm Springs, California alongside the Collision Industry Conference. Continuing the well-known tradition, the Foundation hosted a lively cocktail party at the Lulu California Bistro. The gala guests were able to participate in a raffle and silent auction featuring many desirable items which were […]
PPG’s Bryan Robinson Joins CIF as Trustee
The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) announced the election of Bryan Robinson, North American Manager National Accounts at PPG Industries to its Board of Trustees. Robinson has been in the collision repair industry for several decades. He joins CIF from PPG where he has worked for over 25 years in various positions. PPG is a longtime […]
Domenic Brusco Retires at PPG
Will continue industry involvement Domenic Brusco, who most recently served as Sr. Manager, Industry Relations & MVP Business Solutions at PPG Automotive Refinish, retired this past summer after a 30 year career with the paint system manufacturer. Brusco, who has held leadership positions with several industry non-profit organizations plans to remain active in the industry […]
Collision Industry Foundation Disaster Relief Committee Organizing Christmas in Paradise
The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) announced today its’ Disaster Relief Committee is assisting, along with local collision industry professionals, to organize Christmas dinner and presents for the little ones for those left homeless by the Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. Tax deductible donations can be made at the CIF website. The Camp Fire was the […]
California Autobody Association Partnering with CIF to Support Industry Members Affected by Wildfires
The California Autobody Association (CAA) is partnering with the Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) to help spread the word about collision industry members affected by recent wildfires in the state. In a letter from Kathy Mello, president of the CAA, she explains that monetary donations are needed as is help with employment for industry members whose […]
CIF Requests Donations to Assist California Fire Victims
The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) announced today its’ Disaster Relief Task Force is in full swing providing aid to industry victims of the most recent California fires. With this new batch of wildfires including the Woolsey Fire and Camp Fire, the latter of which has thus far killed 77 people and destroyed more than 12,794 […]
Scott Walton Elected New Trustee at Collision Industry Foundation
The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) announced the election of Scott Walton from Sherwin-Williams to its Board of Trustees. Scott has been in the industry for over 15 years and with Sherwin-Williams for over 20 years in various responsibilities. Sherwin-Williams is a longtime supporter of philanthropic activities for organizations such as CIF. Trustee Casey Steffen from […]
Collision Industry Foundation Preparing for Hurricane Florence
In our video interview, Michael Quinn from the CIF details how the organization can help the collision repair industry as it prepares for latest hurricane. The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) is gearing up to respond if the collision industry needs assistance as Hurricane Florence bears down on the East Coast. In our video interview with […]