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Collision Repair Education Foundation Announces New Trustees

January 2, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Collision Repair Education Foundation announced the appointment of two new members to its Board of Trustees including Ty Gamill, Caliber Collision Centers, and Sean Huurman, Service King Collision Repair Centers. Russ Hoffbauer, chairman of the Foundation board said, “We are excited to have Ty and Sean join the board representing their respective companies and […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Board of Trustees, Caliber Collision Centers, Collision Repair Education Foundation, People, Service King Collision Repair Centers

Terry Fortner Promoted to VP of Insurance, Sales and Marketing at LKQ

December 19, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

Terry Fortner has been promoted to the position of Vice President of Insurance, Sales and Marketing at the LKQ Corporation (NASDAQ:LKQ). Previously Fortner was Vice President of Corporate Accounts leading the oversight of key accounts including insurance and collision repair. Fortner will lead the formation of corporate and strategic sales plans for LKQ’s wholesale division […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: LKQ Corporation, People

Bob Egan Elected Chairman of University of the Aftermarket Foundation

December 12, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

The University of the Aftermarket Foundation board of trustees has elected its slate of officers for fiscal year 2018. Veteran aftermarket industry executive Robert Egan, MAAP, will serve as chairman of the foundation. Egan retired from Federal-Mogul in 2015. During his esteemed 36-year career, he held a series of executive roles of increasing responsibility, most […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: People, University of the Aftermarket Foundation

Mark McCahill Named HR Director at AirPro Diagnostics

December 6, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

AirPro Diagnostics, the provider of OEM compliant scanning, diagnostics and safety system calibrations, announced the appointment of Mark McCahill to Director of Human Resources on November 13. With over 20 years of experience, McCahill is an innovative, self-driven leader who has balanced experience between start-ups and established Fortune 500 companies.  McCahill holds a Masters Degree […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AirPro Diagnostics, People

ATMC Announces New Officers and Directors

December 6, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Automotive Training Managers Council (ATMC) announced its new officers and directors for 2018. The new board Chair is Ron Kato, Technical and High-Tech Training Manager, Toyota Motor Sales, USA; Vice Chair, Jim Goepfrich, Manager North American Market, NAPA AutoTech; Treasurer, Laura Lyons, President, ATech Training; Secretary, Tim Zilke, President & CEO, National Institute for […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Automotive Training Managers Council, Board of Directors, People

Andre Lacy, Former FinishMaster Chairman, Dies in Motorcycle Crash in Africa

December 1, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

LDI Ltd., LLC announced the death of its chairman, Andre B. Lacy, yesterday at age 78. Lacy passed away in Botswana in a single-rider accident while on a private motorcycle tour in southern Africa. LDI acquired majority control of FinishMaster in 1996. Lacy served as chairman and CEO of FinishMaster until his retirement from the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: FinishMaster, Obituary, People

Tom Jackson Named Chief Product Owner for Audatex UKSA

November 30, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

Audatex UKSA has announced the appointment of Tom Jackson as its new Chief Product Owner. Tom has worked within the automotive industry for over 12 years, bringing with him a thorough knowledge of the sector to Audatex. Throughout his career, Tom has focused on digital data software platforms and product transformation. He holds extensive experience […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Audatex, People, South Africa, United Kingdom

Chris Weeks Named Director of UK’s National Body Repairers Association

November 29, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMI) announced the appointment of Chris Weeks as Director of the National Body Repairers Association (NBRA) and the Vehicle Builders Repairers Association (VBRA). Weeks succeeds Jason Moseley, who announced his resignation in August to join Plenham LTD as CEO.   Week’s brings 24 years of industry experience to the organizations, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: National Body Repair Association, People, RMIF, United Kingdom, VBRA

Al Gaspar, Former President of AAIA, Passes Away

November 27, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

Al Gaspar, industry icon and former president and CEO of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA), passed away at his home in Cave Creek, Ariz. on Saturday, Nov. 25. “Al was one of the most respected and revered individuals in the business,” said Bill Hanvey, president and CEO, Auto Care Association. “When Al walked into […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Auto Care Association, Obituary, People

Bruce Kings Joins Elite Body Shop Solutions Mentor Team

November 16, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

Bruce King, founder of Massachusetts-based King Collision Centers and well-known industry leader, has joined the growing team of Elite Mentors at Elite Body Shop Solutions, LLC. “Since retiring from King Collision, it has been an important priority for me to continue contributing to the industry,” said King, whose son Chris is now running the family […]

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