More than 10,000 collision repair students gained access to current estimating software in 2024 through donations from three industry companies, according to the Collision Repair Education Foundation. Audatex, a Solera Company, CCC Intelligent Solutions (NASDAQ: CCCS) and Mitchell, an Enlyte company, donated software subscriptions to 543 schools in 47 states last year, providing students hands-on […]
Axalta Partners with Collision Repair Education Foundation to Promote Industry Careers
Company donated $30,000 to Foundation in 2024, sponsored career fair and provides uniforms to promote professionalism. Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA) sponsored a Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) career fair at West-MEC High School in Phoenix, Ariz. earlier this school year, connecting nearly 200 collision repair, automotive technology and diesel students with potential employers. The […]
Wesco Group’s Josh Cox Joins Collision Repair Education Foundation Board of Trustees
The Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) welcomed Josh Cox, National Vice President of Sales for WESCO Group, to its Board of Trustees. “We are honored to welcome Josh Cox to our Board,” shares Brenda Hogen, Chair of CREF’s Board of Trustees. “His extensive experience and dedication to the collision industry will be invaluable as we […]
DeVilbiss Donates Spray Guns to Collision Repair Schools
DeVilbiss has contributed a significant donation of spray guns to support technician education programs across the country through the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF). The donation included 20 DV1 Basecoat Spray Guns, 20 DV1 Clearcoat Spray Guns, 20 PROLite Spray Guns, and 20 GPG Spray Guns, which were distributed to 15 schools nationwide, benefiting over […]
Collision Repair Education Foundation Golf Fundraiser July 22 in Pennsylvania
The Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) announced that its 23rd Annual Golf Fundraiser, co-hosted by PPG Automotive Refinish, is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, July 22, at Philmont Country Club in Huntingdon Valley, Pa. in conjunction with industry meetings being held in Philadelphia that week. CREF invites collision professionals to join in “fore” a […]
Collision Repair Education Foundation Announces 2025 Executive Committee
Board thanks departing members for their service to nonprofit organization supporting students and collision education system. The Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) has appointed its 2025 Executive Committee, composed of seven industry professionals committed to supporting collision repair education. The new Executive Committee includes Brenda Hogen (Parts Trader) as Chair, Stacy Bartnik (Intertek) as Vice-Chair, […]
Colours Donates Over $220,000 to Support Collision Repair Schools Through CREF
Colours Inc., the family-owned and operated paint, body and equipment distributor, invested in the future of the industry, donating over $220,000 worth of products to assist collision repair education programs during its 2025 Trade Show through the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF). “CREF plays a critical role in supporting collision repair education and addressing the […]
Collision Repair Education Foundation Announces Spring Career Fair Schedule
Businesses looking for trained entry level technicians can participate in high school and college transportation student events. Collision repair industry businesses seeking employees or students seeking job opportunities can kick their search into high gear with the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) Spring 2025 High School and College Transportation Student Career Fairs. The fairs will […]
Collision Repair Education Foundation Benchmark School Grant Applications Open
Industry-funded program helps schools improve the collision repair training programs. The Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) announced that applications are open for schools to apply for grants to help provide their programs with access to the latest tools, equipment, and supplies, to enrich students’ learning environment. Applications opened January 28. The deadline to apply is […]
Carolinas Collision Association Donates Student Uniforms to Lexington Technology Center Through Collision Repair Education Foundation
Future collision repair technicians receive professional uniforms. The 28 students enrolled in the auto collision repair program at the Lexington Technology Center (Lexington, SC) can now hold their heads high as they proudly sport official technician shirts, sponsored by the Carolinas Collision Association (CCA), in collaboration with the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF). In addition […]
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