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Kristi Werner Named CEO of United Recyclers Group

August 22, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

The United Recyclers Group (URG) announced that Kristi Werner, an 18-year veteran of the automotive recycling industry, has been named CEO for the organization. Werner, who joined URG in 2011, was promoted to the role after serving as the Chief Technology Officer. URG, headquartered in Georgetown, Texas, provides products and services tailored to the operational […]

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Mark Afable and Cory Nettles Join the American Family Board

August 15, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

American Family’s board of directors has elected two new members, Mark Afable and Cory Nettles. They will begin their service January 1, 2024. “A strong board of directors with broad and diverse experience and backgrounds is essential to fulfilling our purpose as a mutual company,” said Bill Westrate, chair-elect of the board and American Family […]

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Adam Caddeo Named Regional Manager for Australasia at Hunter Engineering

August 14, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Hunter Engineering announced Adam Caddeo as its new regional manager for parts of Europe and Australasia. Caddeo started with Hunter on July 1, following the retirement of Paolo Molinari. Caddeo’s responsibilities will include Australia, Tasmania, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Spain, Portugal, Holland, Denmark and Iceland. Caddeo assumes his new position with considerable knowledge of […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Asia, Australia, Hunter Engineering, People

Jim Kessler Named CEO at RB Global

August 3, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Company says Ann Fandozzi resigned due to failure to resolve executive compensation negotiation. RB Global, Inc. (NYSE:RBA) (TSE:RBA), formerly known as Ritchie Brothers Auctioneers, announced the appointment of Jim Kessler, most recently the Company’s President and Chief Operating Officer, as Chief Executive Officer. Kessler will also join RB Global’s Board of Directors. Megan Cash, most […]

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Lincoln Electric CEO Christopher Mapes to Retire at Year End

July 31, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Steven Hedlund, the current Chief Operating Officer, to be named President and Chief Executive Officer. Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: LECO) announced that Christopher L. Mapes, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), who has served as President and CEO since 2012, will retire as President and CEO on December 31, and will be designated […]

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ASA Announces New Board of Directors and Award Winners

July 28, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Automotive Service Association (ASA) announced changes to its Board of Directors following its Annual Business Meeting July 17 at the Hilton Indianapolis Hotel & Suites in Indianapolis, Ind. ASA Chairman Scott Benavidez, AMAM, from Mr. B’s Paint & Body Shop Inc., is looking forward to working with the new leadership team. “As I look […]

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Jeff McFadden Partners with Jeremy Lennox at Harvey’s Collision Centers

July 26, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Dallas, Texas-based Harvey’s Collision Centers announced the addition of Jeff McFadden as their new partner, assuming the role of CEO and co-owner. With a career spanning 37 years in the industry, McFadden previously served as president of Service King Collision. “We are thrilled to welcome Jeff McFadden as our partner,” said Jeremy Lennox, owner of […]

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Parker-Hannifin Corporation Executive Chairman Thomas Williams Joins Sherwin-Williams Board

July 25, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Sherwin-Williams Company (NYSE:SHW) announced that its Board of Directors elected Thomas L. Williams to the Board, effective July 18. Williams also was appointed to the Compensation and Management Development Committee of the Board. Sherwin-Williams’ Board now consists of ten members, including nine independent directors. Williams, 64, currently serves as Executive Chairman of Parker-Hannifin Corporation […]

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Chris Roberts Joins PPG Board of Directors

July 24, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

PPG (NYSE:PPG) announced that Christopher N. Roberts III, executive vice president and general manager, global food and beverage, Ecolab Inc., has been elected to its board of directors, effective Oct. 18, 2023. Roberts will serve on the Audit Committee and the Sustainability and Innovation Committee of PPG’s board. Roberts has served in his current role […]

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Jennifer Keaton Named Director of Government Affairs at Auto Care Association

July 24, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Auto Care Association today announced the addition of Jennifer Keaton as its new director of government affairs. Keaton will work within a four-person department advocating on behalf of the automotive aftermarket with federal and state legislators as well as relevant regulatory agencies. Her role is critical in ensuring the management of state legislation and […]

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