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- Marketing for Shops: 3 Shop-Friendly New Marketing Ideas for 2019
Chasidy Rae Sisk
Chasidy Rae Sisk is a freelance writer from New Castle, DE, who writes on a variety of topics.
She can be reached at crsisk@gmail.com.
2018 Collision Repair Industry: A Year in Review
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskFrom President Trump’s meeting with North Korea’s Kim Jong-un to the many tragic shootings and storms that have ravaged the United States in 2018, this year has been one of metamorphosis, altering reality and perception for many individuals.
The Next Generation Speaks Out on Their Collision Repair Careers
Written by Chasidy Rae Sisk
It is common knowledge in the collision repair industry that there is a shortage of incoming technicians. Over the past few years, many articles, educational seminars and programs have been dedicated to this dilemma.
Management Success Shares Shop Resolutions That Stick
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskOn Wednesday, Jan.10, Management Success Senior Consultant Jim Saeli presented a webinar on “Secrets to Success: Shop Resolutions that Stick.”
Mike Jones: Game Changers Take the Time to Clarify
Written by Chasidy Rae Sisk
Mike Jones lectured on the importance of seeking clarity in order to improve communication at the 2017 WIN Educational Conference.
On May 10, Discover Leadership Training's President Mike Jones presented "Creating a Better Version of Yourself" during the last day of WIN's 2017 Educational Conference.
Erica Eversman Discusses Shop Liability and Protection
Written by Chasidy Rae Sisk
Erica Eversman
On April 18, AASP-PA hosted a presentation during CIC Week in Pittsburgh, PA, featuring Vehicle Information Services Chief Counsel Erica Eversman.
Mike Anderson Debuts Seminar on 100% Disassembly, Parts Mirror Matching
Written by Chasidy Rae Sisk
During AASP/NJ's 2017 NORTHEAST Conference and Tradeshow, Mike Anderson of Collision Advice presented a seminar on "100% Disassembly and Parts Mirror Matching" for the first time ever.
Superare Marketing: "Stop Playing by the Appraiser's Rules"
Written by Chasidy Rae Sisk
Tony Lombardozzi teaches shops how to get paid properly.
On the last day of AASP/NJ's 40th Annual NORTHEAST Conference and Tradeshow, Superare Marketing's Tony Lombardozzi and Peter Abdelmaseh hosted two sold-out sessions for shop owners: "Stop Playing by the Appraiser's Rules" and "Set Your Own Prices and Make Them Stick."
An Introduction to WIN's 2017 Most Influential Women Honorees
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskThe Women’s Industry Network (WIN®) introduced its 2017 Most Influential Women (MIW) honorees on March 3.
What Does Photo Estimating Mean for the Collision Repair Industry?
Written by Chasidy SiskPhoto estimating is the newest hot topic in the collision repair industry, causing quite a stir after Pennsylvania, Virginia and Delaware passed laws allowing insurers to write estimates based on photos of vehicle damage submitted by the insured. Advocates of photo estimating praise its convenience while those in opposition are concerned about supplement increases and its impact on the reputation of collision repair facilities.
WIN© Honors 2016 Scholarship Recipients at Gala Awards Ceremony
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskOn Tuesday, May 3, during the 2016 Educational Conference, WIN members took a break from the informative sessions to honor the 2016 Most Influential Woman (MIW) honoree as well as this year’s scholarship winners. The MIW Reception was held outside and attendees were dressed to the nines as they sampled hors d’oeuvres while networking with their collision repair industry peers.
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Most Decorated Olympic Gymnast Presents Keynote ‘Gold Medal Mindset’ at 2016 WIN Conference
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskOn the second day of WIN®’s 2016 Educational Conference in Tampa, Shannon Miller, Olympic Gymnastics Champion, delivered the event’s Keynote Address: “The Gold Medal Mindset.”
ARA Members Discuss Legislative Issues at Annual State Legislative Summit and Hill Day
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskOn April 18 and 19, the Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) headed to Washington DC for its 9th Annual ARA State Legislative Summit and Hill Day.
CREF Makeover Grant Receives Its Own Makeover
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskIn 2009, the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) founded its Ultimate Collision Education Makeover Grant. Since then, over $3 million in cash and in-kind donations have been awarded to collision repair training programs to help supply them with the tools, equipment and training necessary for their students' education.
ASA Hosts Online Demo of New OEM Resource Center
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskOn Wednesday, February 17, the Automotive Service Association (ASA) hosted an online demonstration and press conference on a new tools resource, created in conjunction with the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers. Donny Seyfer, ASA Chair, conducted the information webinar about the new OEM Resource Center, a project that began several years ago.