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Mark Claypool Named Executive Director of the Automotive Management Institute

January 8, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Mark Claypool, AMAM, has been named the new Executive Director of the Automotive Management Institute (AMi). Claypool, recently retired as the President of web marketing agency Optima Automotive and was also formerly the VP of Operations at VeriFacts, as well as the Executive Director of the National Auto Body Council and the Collision Repair Education […]

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Lauren Wilbor Joins SEMA Government Affairs

January 8, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Lauren Wilbor has joined the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) as manager of digital communications and partnerships, adding new capabilities to the organization in an area of significant opportunity. Wilbor will support SEMA’s communications and grassroots efforts by leading outreach and relationship management with a variety of stakeholders and online content creators in the automotive […]

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Nicole Lindner Named Vice President of Finance at Dent Wizard

January 7, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Dent Wizard announced the appointment of Nicole Lindner as Vice President of Finance. Nicole will oversee financial planning, analysis, and strategy as well as budgeting, pricing, financial reporting, and process optimization to support Dent Wizard’s goals and profitability. Nicole brings extensive financial and operational experience to Dent Wizard from her prior roles in services business, […]

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Ken Worzel Elected Non-Executive Chair of State Farm Board of Directors

January 3, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Board of Directors of the State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company has elected Kenneth J. Worzel to serve as Non-Executive Chair of the Board. Worzel will work closely with President and CEO Jon Farney, who runs the business operations of the company and is a member of the Board. “I look forward to continuing […]

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James Metcalf Appointed to LKQ Corporation Board

December 11, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

LKQ Corporation (NASDAQ: LKQ) announced that it has appointed James S. Metcalf to its Board of Directors as a new independent director effective December 11, 2024, as part of the Board’s ongoing refreshment process. The Company also announced that Dominick Zarcone has decided not to stand for re-election and will retire from the Board when […]

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Stephanie Yocum Named Chief People Officer at VIVE Collision

December 5, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

VIVE Collision, which recently opened its 51st location on the East Coast, announced that Stephanie Yocum has been named Chief People Officer. Yocum’s responsibilities include managing the entire employee life cycle—from talent acquisition and employee engagement to development and culture alignment. As part of VIVE’s senior leadership team, she will help guide strategy, shape organizational […]

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Shawn Hezar Named Chief Corporate Development Officer at Caliber

December 4, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

New role to oversee strategic partnerships and evaluate growth opportunities. Caliber announced today that it has appointed Shawn Hezar, its current Chief Client Officer, to the newly formed position of Chief Corporate Development Officer. In his new role, Shawn will be responsible for evaluating opportunistic acquisitions, supporting Caliber’s efforts to diversify its offerings, and building […]

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Boyd Group Announces CEO Succession Plan

December 3, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Tim O’Day to be succeeded by Brian Kaner in May 2025. Boyd Group Services Inc. (TSE: BYD) announced that, effective May 14, 2025, Chief Executive Officer Timothy O’Day will step down from his current role, to be succeeded by Brian Kaner, current President and Chief Operating Officer of Boyd. These changes are planned to be […]

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Frank Petrane Named President at Maaco

December 3, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Maaco announced that it has appointed Frank Petrane to serve as its Brand President. Prior to his appointment, Petrane served as Senior Vice President of Fleet Programs at Driven Brands. Petrane has spent more than 18 years in roles of increasing responsibility at Driven Brands, after starting with Maaco as a National Account Manager in […]

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National Association of Insurance Commissioners Elects 2025 Officers

November 21, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

On November 19, members of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) elected their 2025 officers at the conclusion of the NAIC Fall National Meeting in Denver, Colorado. The 2025 NAIC officers include: President: North Dakota Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread. Jon Godfread was first elected Commissioner of the North Dakota Insurance Department on November 8, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Board of Directors, National Association of Insurance Commissioners, Officers, People

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