The Refinish Distributors Alliance (RDA) announced the addition of Blue Rock Refinishing Solutions, owned by Bruce Carson, that operates three locations in Roseville and St. Cloud, Minn. and Little Rock, Ark. They are a single line Axalta distributor and are looking forward to their continual growth with RDA. Carson began his career as Badger Paint, […]
Ben Jacobson Named Executive Director at Refinish Distributors Alliance
The Refinish Distributors Alliance (RDA) announced that Ben Jacobson has been named its new Executive Director. Josh Byers, President of RDA said,” Ben will be an awesome Executive Director for RDA! He will be a great leader for our membership and an outstanding representative to our friends and supporters.” “Many within our membership have met […]
Refinish Distributors Alliance Met for Spring IMPACT Performance Conference in Nashville
RDA Members, manufacturer partners, and guests gathered for the 2023 RDA IMPACT Spring Performance Conference at The Music City Center in downtown Nashville, Tenn. on April 17-19. This was the first meeting since the passing of Executive Director, Robert McKenzie in late February. Every RDA member was in attendance and the meeting was a celebration […]
RDA Executive Director Robert McKenzie Passes Away
The Refinish Distributors Alliance announced that Robert McKenzie Jr., the organization’s executive director, passed away February 28 at the age of 61. It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Robert Mckenzie Jr. Executive Director of Refinish Distributors Alliance on February 28, 2023,” the organization said in a statement. “Robert […]
Frank Terlep Headlines February 1 Refinish Distributors Alliance Webinar
The Refinish Distributors Alliance (RDA) is hosting a webinar on Wednesday, February 1st at 2:00 p.m. (EST) featuring The Top 10 Industry Influences for 2023 presented by Frank Terlep of Auto Techcelerators, an OPUS IVS Company. Registration for the event is available online. Last year Frank Terlep, a 35+ year industry veteran presented his predictions […]
Refinish Distributors Alliance Held Fall Conference in Scottsdale
Refinish Distributors Alliance (RDA) members, manufacturer partners, and guests gathered for the 2022 RDA IMPACT Fall Performance Conference at the Wekopa Casino & Resort Scottsdale, Ariz. on October 10-12. RDA blended industry content and information with business, motivation and leadership presentations. RDA also included some local flavor and entertainment that added an element of fun […]
Refinish Distributors Alliance Gathered at Spring IMPACT Performance Conference in Indianapolis
Refinish Distributors Alliance (RDA) members, manufacturer partners, and guests gathered for the 2022 RDA IMPACT Spring Performance Conference at the JW Marriott in downtown Indianapolis, Ind. on April 25-27. This was RDA’s first meeting in two and half years and delivered great networking opportunities, excellent meeting content, team building with local generosity, and an awesome […]
Refinish Distributors Alliance August 12 Webinar Provides Update on Collision Repair Industry Disruption
The Refinish Distributors Alliance (RDA) is hosting a Webinar on Wednesday August 12th at 2:00 p.m. EDT that will include a presentation providing an update on the major disruptions the collision industry will face in 2020 and beyond by Frank Terlep, Founder and CEO of Auto Techcelerators, LLC. Registration for the event is available online. […]
RDA June 10 Webinar Examines Crisis Bounce Back Formula for Collision Repair Shops
The Refinish Distributors Alliance (RDA) is hosting a webinar titled Crisis Bounce Back Formula for Collision Shops, presented by Ryan Taylor, CEO and Founder of Body Shop Booster Registration for the event is available online. Attendees will learn: How to market your business in this new environment Adapt to new business behaviors New opportunities created […]
Refinish Distributors Alliance May 6 Webinar Examines Disruptions Collision Repair Industry Will Face in 2020 and Beyond
The Refinish Distributors Alliance (RDA) announced that it will host a webinar, The 6 Disruptions the Collision Industry Will Face in 2020 and Beyond, presented by Frank Terlep Founder & CEO of Auto Techcelerators, LLC. Registration for the event is available online. Participants will learn about six major disruptions the collision repair industry will face […]