Spanesi Americas announced the addition of Richard Gray, Jr. in the role of Data Collection Specialist. Gray comes to Spanesi with over 14 years of military service. During his career, he’s participated in the Marines and the United States Coast Guard where he excelled in his many roles until he was honorably discharged in 2016. […]
Snapsheet Hires Gary Goldsmith as SVP of Sales and Accounts
Snapsheet announced the hiring of Gary Goldsmith as senior vice president of sales and accounts. Goldsmith joins Snapsheet from Copart where he was most recently the vice president of sales and account management for the western division. In his 17-year tenure at Copart, Gary helped grow the organization significantly by building trusting relationships and securing […]
Mike Black Promoted to CEO at Dent Wizard
Dent Wizard International has promoted Mike Black to chief executive officer, effective April 1. Black most recently served as president and COO. As CEO, he will lead the company and continue driving profitable growth, while having responsibility for all areas of the business. “I’m honored that Terry and the Board are entrusting me to continue […]
ALLDATA Names Satwinder Mangat President
ALLDATA, an AutoZone company, announced the promotion of Satwinder Mangat to President, ALLDATA. He was formerly General Manager, ALLDATA North America. In his new role, Mangat is responsible for ALLDATA’s North American (U.S., Canada, and Mexico) and European operations, and is also a member of the AutoZone CEO Team. He reports to Tom Newbern, AutoZone […]
Scott Dunfee Named Global Managing Director of Automotive Certification at NSF International
NSF International has appointed Scott Dunfee Global Managing Director of Automotive Certification. Dunfee brings more than 20 years of insurance, technical leadership and repair expertise to NSF International. As Global Managing Director, Dunfee will oversee NSF International’s automotive certification programs working closely with automotive parts manufacturers, distributors, collision repair shops, automotive recyclers and insurers. “Scott’s […]
California Autobody Association Executive Director McClune Retires
Led collision repair association for 17 years. David McClune has stepped down from his position as Executive Director of the California Autobody Association (CAA) after 17 years at the helm of the organization to focus on his health and family. The association also announced that Don Feeley has resigned from the Executive Committee and will […]
Allianz’s Graham Gibson appointed as Chairman of UK’s Thatcham Research
Thatcham Research, the UK-based motor insurance automotive research center, has announced the appointment of Allianz Insurance’s Graham Gibson as the new Chairman of its Board. As chief claims officer at Allianz Insurance, Gibson is an industry advocate with extensive experience in a range of market initiatives across claims and personal injury. He also serves on […]
Harry Dhanjal Named Global Strategic Developer at Fix Auto World
David Lingham, Head of Business for Fix Auto World announced the appointment of Harry Dhanjal to the role of Global Strategic Developer, effective today. In his role as Global Strategic Developer, Dhanjal will be responsible for identifying key markets and growth opportunities for Fix Auto and NOVUS Glass, with a special focus on India and […]
Denise Hepler, Former NABC Board Member, Passes Away
Denise Hepler, the former national account manager, replacement relationships for Hertz, and member of the National Auto Body Council (NABC) board of directors, passed away March 21. Hepler, 53, who resided in St. Peters, Mo., managed multiple shop operator accounts for Hertz for several years and represented the company at industry events. Hepler was elected […]
Art Ewing to Retire as Pro Spot Sales and Marketing Director – Canada
Russell Duncan named successor Pro Spot International announced that Art Ewing will retire as Sales and Marketing Director of Canada. Russell Duncan, previously the Equipment Specialist for Color Compass, will succeed Art as Pro Spot’s new Sales and Marketing Director for Canada on April 1. “Art has been not only a member of our team, […]