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Blake Kidwell Appointed Chief Commercial Officer at Collision Auto Parts

November 14, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Collision Auto Parts announced the appointment of Blake Kidwell as its new Chief Commercial Officer. In this role, Mr. Kidwell will lead the company’s sales and customer development strategies. “We are excited to welcome Blake Kidwell to Collision Auto Parts as our Chief Commercial Officer,” said Raymond Tsai, CEO of Collision Auto Parts. “Blake brings […]

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Rodolfo Ramirez Named VP Automotive Refinish at PPG Effective January 1

November 13, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Tom Maziarz, current VP, will move to traffic solutions business effective December 1. PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced Rodolfo Ramirez, currently PPG vice president, packaging coatings, will become PPG vice president, automotive refinish, Americas, effective January 1. Ramirez will report to Chancey Hagerty, PPG senior vice president, automotive refinish. Tom Maziarz, currently PPG vice president, automotive […]

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Marya Salim Named Head of Marketing for AkzoNobel Automotive & Specialty Coatings North America

November 12, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

AkzoNobel (AKZA; AKZOY) announced that Marya Salim has joined the company as Regional Marketing Director for its North America Automotive & Specialty Coatings (ASC) business unit, reporting to John Griffin, North America Regional Director, and Commercial Director of ASC. In her new role, Marya is responsible for all marketing activities for AkzoNobel’s Vehicle Refinish, Commercial […]

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Vince Edivan Assumed Role of Executive Director at the Automotive Recyclers Association

November 8, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Automotive Recyclers Association announced that Vince Edivan has assumed the role of Executive Director for the Association, taking the helm at ARA’s recent 81st Annual Convention and Exposition in Reno, Nev.  The move follows a year-long period of transition during which Executive Director responsibilities were passed to Edivan from professional automotive recycler and ARA […]

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Healthcare and Technology Executive Neil de Crescenzo Joins CCC Board

November 8, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

CCC Intelligent Solutions Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:CCCS) announced the appointment of Neil de Crescenzo to its Board of Directors. Mr. de Crescenzo brings decades of expertise in the healthcare and technology sectors and proven success in deploying technology at scale across industries. His addition strengthens CCC’s commitment to bolstering its market position and driving long-term value […]

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Tom Murray Named President of BBB Industries Collision Business Unit

November 7, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

BBB Industries, LLC (BBB) announced that Tom Murray, previously Chief Financial Officer for its Collision business unit, has been promoted to President, Collision, effective immediately. This promotion supports BBB’s continued growth and recent momentum in the collision repair market. Murray joined BBB in 2020 and has since played a pivotal role in driving revenue growth […]

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Cris Hollingsworth Named Chief Executive Officer at B&R Auto

November 4, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

B&R Auto, the provider of recycled automotive parts and a portfolio company of Highview Capital, announced that Cris Hollingsworth has been appointed Chief Executive Officer. Cris joins B&R with over 20 years of experience in the auto aftermarket industry. Hollingsworth most recently served as Co-CEO and President of Reparify Global Holdings, where he oversaw global […]

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New Board Members and Awards Announced at AASP/NJ Annual Meeting

October 28, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) brought collision repair and automotive professionals from all over the Garden State to celebrate achievements, elect new Board of Directors members and double over in laughter courtesy of legendary comedian Rich Vos during its Annual Meeting held at the Gran Centurions in Clark, N.J. on […]

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Tony McQuillan Named VP of Sales for Canada at Certified Collision Group

October 28, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Certified Collision Group, Inc. announced Tony McQuillan is joining the organization as Vice President, Sales for Canada effective October 28. He has more than 35 years of collision repair experience and extensive knowledge of OEM’s, sales, collision management and technical training. Throughout his career, McQuillan has consistently demonstrated the ability to develop, communicate, and execute […]

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NADA Board Elects Florida Dealer Tom Castriota as 2025 Chairman, Pennsylvania Dealer Rob Cochran as Vice Chair

October 25, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) elected Tom Castriota as its 2025 chairman. Castriota, owner of Castriota Chevrolet, Inc. in Hudson, Fla., will succeed Gary Gilchrist, president of Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC, Inc. in Tacoma, Wash. “I am humbled and grateful to become the next NADA Chairman,” said Castriota, who currently serves as NADA vice […]

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