AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE:AN) announced that William “Bill” Berman, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, has been named President and Chief Operating Officer, effective February 1. Mike Jackson will continue as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of AutoNation. Mr. Berman has 30 years of retail automotive experience, including vast experience with used vehicle and parts […]
Doug Ommen Named Iowa Insurance Commissioner
Iowa Governor Terry Branstad announced yesterday that he is appointing Doug Ommen of Ankeny as Iowa Insurance Commissioner. Ommen had been serving as Interim Insurance Commissioner since Dec. 26, 2016. Branstad said, “I’m pleased that Doug Ommen has accepted this responsibility as Iowa Insurance Commissioner. Doug is a seasoned attorney and insurance regulator who has […]
ABRA Announces Executive Leadership Promotions and Appointment of Chief Operating Officer
ABRA Auto Body & Glass announced it has added three key executive leadership roles to help execute its national growth strategy. James Kessler has been appointed to the newly created position of Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Kessler joins ABRA with substantial experience in the automotive space, spending 17 years in several senior leadership roles at […]
I-CAR Announces Staff Appointments
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) provided an update on key industry facing and management team additions in 2016. Armin Price, Manager, Business Development – Price is an accomplished sales leader, and is well recognized by the industry. He spent 17 years at Mitchell International in a variety of roles including regional sales […]
CIECA Announces 2017 Board Officers
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) Board of Trustees has elected the following officers for the year 2017: Chair – Phil Martinez, Mitchell International Vice Chair – Clint Marlow, Allstate Insurance Treasurer – Steve Betley, Insurance Auto Auctions Secretary – Kim DeVallance Caron, Enterprise Holdings Each of these officers will serve on the Executive […]
IABA Executive Director Tony Passwater Steps Down
Tony Passwater has stepped down from his position as the director of the Indiana Auto Body Association (IABA). On Januayr 5, Passwater let the board know that he was going to resign. Passwater was instrumental in getting the IABA going in 2005 starting in the Indianapolis area. For the past 12 years Tony has helped […]
National Auto Body Council Launches Search Campaign For New Executive Director
The National Auto Body Council (NABC) is launching a search campaign for a new Executive Director, following the recent announcement by NABC founder and current Executive Director Chuck Sulkala of his intention to retire by the end of 2017. Since its inception in 1994, the National Auto Body Council has significantly contributed to the positive […]
CCC Names Andreas Hecht to Lead New OEM Business Unit
CCC Information Services Inc. announced that Andreas Hecht has joined the company as Senior Vice President and General Manager of a new business unit that will be focused solely on Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). Hecht joins CCC from Inrix, a leading provider of traffic information, connected car services, and geo analytics that focuses on the […]
Assured Performance Appoints Mark Engelsdorfer VP of Strategic Partnerships
Assured Performance announced the appointment of Mark Engelsdorfer as Vice President of Strategic Partnerships. Engelsdorfer will assume responsibility for key OEM relationships and key strategic initiatives. Engelsdorfer is a former executive of FCA retiring in 2015 after a 34-year career. During his tenure at FCA/Chrysler, Mark held many key positions including: Director – Northeast Business […]
Tim O’Day Appointed President and Chief Operating Officer of Boyd Group
The Boyd Group Income Fund (TSE:BYD.UN) announced the appointment of Tim O’Day as President and Chief Operating Officer for the Fund. In his new role, O’Day will have operating responsibility for the entire company, including operations in both the United States and Canada. O’Day previously served as President and COO of the Boyd Group’s U.S. […]