The University of the Aftermarket Foundation (UAF) applauded the 118 aftermarket professionals who have volunteered their time to review and evaluate scholarship applications. Because of their work, UAF is in the process of awarding hundreds of automotive and heavy-duty scholarships for the 2025-26 academic year. “One of the most rewarding volunteer roles in the industry […]
Joe Ocello Named Executive Director AASP/NJ Mechanical Division
In an effort to grow its mechanical division, the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) announced the hiring of veteran automotive repair and gasoline retail business professional, Joe Ocello, as its mechanical division executive director, effective June 1. “I am very excited to welcome Joe to AASP/NJ as our new mechanical executive […]
Sylvain Séguin to Depart Fix Network at End of May
The Fix Network today confirmed the departure of Sylvain Séguin, who has served as President of Canada since 2022. Sylvain will remain with the company until the end of the month to ensure a smooth transition. Since joining Fix Network in 2018 as Vice President of Operations, Sylvain has played a significant role in overseeing […]
Aric Haarala and Joshua Levine Join Auto Glass Safety Council Board
The Auto Glass Safety Council (AGSC) announced Aric Haarala of Omega EDI and Joshua Levine of Arrow Auto Glass are its two newest board members. Haarala is the vice president of Utah-based Omega EDI and vice president of sales and business development for Glass Mechanix Solutions. Levine is the co-owner in charge of operations, information […]
Boyd Group Reports Sales of $778.3 Million in First Quarter
Same store sales down 2.8% during quarter year-over-year. Boyd Group Services Inc. (TSE: BYD) today announced sales of $778.3 million for the first quarter ended March 31, down 1.0% from $786.5 million in the same period of 2024. Same-store sales declined 2.8% compared to 2024. The first quarter of 2025 had one less selling and […]
Lavell Chisum, Collision Repair Industry Inventor, Dies at 98
The collision repair industry lost a visionary with the passing of Finis Lavell Chisum, 98, of McAlester, Okla. who died peacefully on May 7. Known affectionately as Lavell to friends and family, he leaves behind a remarkable legacy of innovation, entrepreneurship, and service. Chisum is best known as the inventor of the EZ Liner frame […]
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 […]
Collision Vision Expands with New Investment, Names Erica Schaefer Director of Sales and Marketing
Rebecca Dean appointed Partner Account Executive. Collision Vision has announced several key developments including additional investment from founding partners, strategic leadership hires, and the expansion of an internal software development team. The Billings, Montana-based technology company announced these changes on April 28, 2025, as part of their growth strategy in the collision repair industry. The […]
Srisu Subrahmanyam Named CEO at Repairify
Keith Crerar named chief transformation officer. Repairify, Inc. announced the appointment of Srisu Subrahmanyam as Chief Executive Officer and Keith Crerar as Chief Transformation Officer. “Srisu and Keith both have notable track records growing companies in the automotive industry,” said John Lindle, Repairify’s Executive Chairman. “Their experience in digital transformation and ability to increase market […]
Plasnomic Establishes Plastic Repair Alliance Council
A new Plastic Repair Alliance Council has been formed by Plasnomic, bringing together executives and technical specialists from major collision repair companies. The council includes representatives from 3M, ARA, AkzoNobel, Boyd Group, Caliber Collision, Mirka, PPG, Polyvance, SEM, and other organizations. “This marks a significant milestone for the global collision repair industry and a proud […]