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Plymouth Rock Names New COO, Claims Chief

August 18, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Plymouth Rock Assurance Corp. appointed Brooke Bass as chief operating officer (COO) and Dale Brooks as chief claims officer (CCO) for its Independent Agency Group, the Boston-based insurer announced August 12. Bass will oversee claims and customer service operations. She previously served as senior vice president of auto physical damage claims for U.S. retail markets […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: People, Plymouth Rock Assurance

TechForce Foundation Awards Record $1 Million in Scholarships in June

August 15, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Elects new board leadership, hires VP of Development. The TechForce Foundation awarded $1 million in student scholarships in June, marking a significant increase from the organization’s $1 million annual distribution just a few years ago. The nonprofit also announced new board leadership and welcomed a vice president of development as it seeks to expand its […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Board of Directors, People, Scholarships, TechForce Foundation

Dan Stander Elected Chair of Automotive Service Association

August 13, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

The Automotive Service Association installed its 2025-26 Board of Directors during its annual meeting July 29-30, electing Dan Stander of Fix Auto Highlands Ranch in Littleton, Colo., as chairman. Stander, who holds the AMAM designation, succeeds Scott Benavidez of Mr. B’s Paint & Body Shop Inc. in Albuquerque, N.M., who becomes immediate past chairman. The […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Automotive Service Association, Board of Directors, People

RB Global Restructures Leadership, Names New Marketplace Heads

August 13, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

RB Global Inc. (NYSE: RBA), the parent of IAA, announced a leadership restructuring effective September 1, creating specialized marketplace teams and centralizing enterprise functions as several executives prepare for retirement. The company said the changes are designed to accelerate growth and improve operational efficiency across its auction and marketplace platforms. “Since becoming CEO, I’ve been […]

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Brian Gallamore Named New Manager for NABC First Responder Training Program

August 12, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

The National Auto Body Council has appointed Brian Gallamore as program manager for its First Responder Emergency Extrication (F.R.E.E.) program, replacing George Avery, who is retiring after 13 years leading the initiative. Gallamore, a career firefighter who most recently served as Special Operations Captain for the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department, will oversee the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: First Responder Emergency Extrication, National Auto Body Council, People

Collision Repair and Automotive Service Students Elected National Student Officers at SkillsUSA

August 6, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Fourteen career and technical education (CTE) students from across the nation, including those studying collision repair and automotive service, have been elected to serve as the 2025–26 SkillsUSA National Officer Team. Representing both high school and college/ postsecondary divisions, these leaders will advocate for over 444,000 SkillsUSA members nationwide. Throughout their term, they will help […]

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Senate Committee Advances Nominee to Lead NHTSA

August 6, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

The Senate Commerce, Science, & Transportation Committee voted 16-12 last Wednesday to advance Jonathan Morrison, President Trump’s nominee to lead the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). According to the Automotive Service Association (ASA), Morrison, who would oversee federal vehicle safety regulations and enforcement, told the committee during his confirmation hearing that comprehensive safety regulations […]

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CAPA Adds Three Board Members, Names Interim Leadership

July 31, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Clark Plucinski, chair of the nonprofit standard setting organization for the last 14 years, has stepped down from the role and will serve as immediate past chair. The Certified Automotive Parts Association elected three new board members and appointed interim leadership positions, the automotive parts certification organization announced Wednesday. Mike Dolabi of Parts Authority, Seth […]

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Repairify Hires VP of Sales, Promotes Two Executives

July 29, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Repairify announced it hired Jennifer Hawxhurst as vice president of sales, field sales leader, and promoted two existing executives to expanded roles. The company promoted Aubrey Dahl to senior vice president of global sales operations and Andy Noyes to vice president of sales, strategic accounts. Hawxhurst brings more than 10 years of automotive industry experience […]

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Boyd Group’s Mario Dimovski Named Head of Global Plastic Repair Alliance Council

July 16, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Mario Dimovski, director of circular repair and innovation at the Boyd Group, has been appointed to lead the Global Plastic Repair Alliance Council, Plasnomic announced Tuesday. The council comprises industry leaders focused on establishing global standards for plastic repair practices in the collision repair industry. “Mario’s leadership, vision and global perspective make him uniquely qualified […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Boyd Group, Global Plastic Repair Alliance Council, People, Plasnomic

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