Driven Brands, the parent of CARSTAR and other automotive aftermarket franchise brands, announced Tiffany Mason is joining the company as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer effective March 2. “I am thrilled to welcome Tiffany to the Driven Brands family,” said Jonathan Fitzpatrick, Chief Executive Officer at Driven Brands. “Tiffany is a […]
CAPA Announces 2020 Board of Directors
The Certified Automotive Parts Association (CAPA) announced the election of six new members to its Board of Directors. Joining the Board are: Dave Prejna, Allstate Insurance; Rob Howard, Farmers Insurance; Jim Gadberry, Nationwide Insurance; Anne Warner, USAA Insurance; Bill Lawrence, 1st Certified Collision Centers; and Tim Adelmann, Driven Brands. The Board is comprised of members […]
Chris Nicolopoulos Confirmed as New Hampshire Insurance Commissioner
Replaces Elias who opposed OEM collision repair procedure legislation in the state. On Wednesday, the New Hampshire Executive Council confirmed Governor Chris Sununu’s nomination of Chris Nicolopoulos of Bow, N.H., to serve as the next Commissioner of the New Hampshire Department of Insurance. Nicolopoulos takes over from John Elias who resigned effective at the end […]
CIECA Seeking Applications for New Executive Director
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced it is looking to fill the position of Executive Director. All applicants must apply by Friday, March 20. The non-profit organization develops and promotes electronic communication standards for the collision industry. “We are seeking an individual to bring CIECA into the future and to be an advocate […]
Tom Maziarz Named Vice President, Automotive Refinish, Americas at PPG
PPG (NYSE:PPG) announced the appointment of Tom Maziarz as vice president, automotive refinish, Americas, effective March 1. In this role, Maziarz will succeed Greg Benckart, who has announced his intent to retire, effective July 1. Maziarz, currently general manager, marketing and sales, automotive refinish, USCA, joined PPG in 1993 and has progressed through a variety […]
Collision Industry Foundation Raises $10,000 to Support Shooting Victims’ Family
Industry donations will support immediate family of collision repair facility owner whose son and daughter-in-law were victims of last summer’s shooting in El Paso, Texas. The Collision Industry Foundation reached its goal of raising $10,000 for the benefit of Gilberto Anchondo, owner of Colormaster Auto Body Shop, in El Paso, Texas. In September 2019, the […]
Arizona Insurance Department Director Steps Down
The Arizona Governor’s Office announced today that Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions Director Keith Schraad will be leaving his post for an opportunity in the private sector. Schraad’s last day as director will be today. Effective immediately, Christina Corieri, the Governor’s senior policy advisor, will serve as Interim Director of Department of Insurance […]
Chad Counselman Steps Down as ARA President
The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) announced that automotive recycler and current ARA President, Chad Counselman, stepped down from his leadership position on the ARA Executive Committee effective February 10. Counselman will remain on the Board of Directors and current First Vice President, Scott Robertson, will step in to serve the remainder of Counselman’s term. Robertson […]
State Farm’s Sparks and Shelter’s Clapp to Head IIHS Board of Directors
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announced that Angela Sparks, who served as chair of its Board of Directors in 2019, will continue on in the position for the first six months of the year. Dan Clapp has been elected to take the helm in July for the remainder of 2020. Sparks is vice president […]
Mark Cunningham Named General Manager of Symach Australia
Mark Cunningham has been appointed as Symach’s General Manager in Australia, overseeing and supporting SYMACH activities in the region. Cunningham has more than 20 years-experience in motor trade, working with some of the largest vehicle repairers in Australia and Ireland has led him to collaborate with Symach in the expansion of the brand in Australia. […]