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Canadian Collision Industry Forum Appoints New Steering Committee Members

February 9, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Canadian Collision Industry Forum (CCIF) announced the newest members to its Steering Committee. The Steering Committee is responsible for guiding priority areas to ensure that CCIF events continue to be a success. With the goal of representing the collision industry as a whole, members of the committee are chosen from different sectors and serve […]

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Simon Zhang Named Chief Data Analytics Officer at Mercury Insurance

February 9, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Mercury Insurance (NYSE: MCY), a leading provider of property and casualty insurance, has appointed Simon Zhang to the newly-created position of Chief Data and Analytics Officer. The hire continues Mercury’s ongoing effort to utilize advanced data analytics to drive business growth, elevate the carrier’s product offerings, and better meet the needs of its policyholders. “This […]

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CIECA Announces 2024 Board of Trustees Officers

February 8, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

During the Collision Industry Electronic Commerce (CIECA) Board of Trustees meeting in Palm Springs, CA, on January 18, the organization’s Board of Trustees named the following officers for 2024: Chair: Ashley Denison, Chief Information Officer, Caliber Collision Vice Chair: Brady Bonner, Vice President of Client Sales and Support, Safelite Solutions Treasurer: Kim DeVallance Caron, Business […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Caliber, California Casualty, Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association, Enterprise Mobility, OEConnection, People, Safelite

Vince Edivan Appointed Next Executive Director at Automotive Recyclers Association

February 8, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) announced that on January 30 its Board of Directors unanimously approved a plan presented by the ARA Succession Committee for the transition of Executive Director responsibilities from current Executive Director Sandy Blalock to Vince Edivan, ARA’s Director of Member Relations. The leadership transition will occur over the next nine months, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Automotive Recyclers Association, People

Andrew Batenhorst Named New President of California Autobody Association Glendale/Foothill Chapter

February 7, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The California Autobody Association announced Andrew Batenhorst of Pacific BMW Collision Center is the new President of our Glendale/Foothill Chapter. Andrew brings with him over 25 years experience in the automotive and insurance industries. Current Body Shop Manager at long time CAA member Pacific BMW, he also serves on the Board of SCRS and the […]

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Craig Edmonds Named President of asTech

February 2, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Cris Hollingsworth promoted to Co-CEO of Repairify Global Holdings and Rick Keister named Co-Chairman of the Board. Repairify announced the addition of Craig Edmonds as the President of asTech. The company also announced it promoted Cris Hollingsworth to Co-CEO of Repairify Global Holdings, and Rick Keister as the Co-Chairman of the Board. Edmonds brings over […]

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Michelle Sullivan Named CEO at Certified Collision Group

January 31, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Marty Evans becomes Executive Chairman The Certified Collision Group, Inc. (CCG) announced the appointment of Michelle Sullivan as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective February 1.  Concurrently, CCG’s long-standing CEO, Marty Evans, has been appointed Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors. Sullivan brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of leadership […]

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IBIS USA Announces Dave Smith Stage Partnership for March 19-21 Event in California

January 24, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

IBIS Worldwide announced Dave Smith is joining the on-stage delivery team for IBIS USA 2024, one of its flagship events in the collision repair industry. Smith brings a wealth of expertise to lead discussions at this highly anticipated event. Dave Smith graduated from Cal State Long Beach with a bachelor’s degree in finance in 1989 […]

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Brian Blouin Appointed to Executive Committee of MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Supply Chain & Operations Forum

January 24, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Supply Chain & Operations Forum announced the appointment of Brian Blouin, Group Leader – Supply Chain Management at Schaeffler Group USA, Inc., as its newest Executive Committee member. In his role, Blouin will serve as a representative of the general membership of the council, actively contributing to the development of solutions […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, People, Supply Chain

New ASE Leadership, Board Members in Place

January 18, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The recent leadership transition at the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is complete, and the new ASE officers and board members have begun their terms. As of January 1, Dave Johnson officially took on the role of ASE president and CEO. He replaces Tim Zilke, who retired from ASE on Dec. 31 after […]

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