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AASP-MN Invites Author of Collision Repair Bill to Learn About Industry
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskAs AASP-MN continues to promote the passage of legislation that would require insurers to pay for OEM-mandated repair procedures, the association invited Representative Ruth Richardson (DFL – Mendota Heights, MN), who authored the bill in the House, to a recent meeting which was held at Heppner’s Auto Body in Inver Grove Heights, MN.
AASP-MN to Host “Beyond the Four Strokes” Seminar
Written by Alexis WilsonOn Wednesday, Oct. 16, AASP-MN will host “Beyond the Four Strokes: What Do You Do When Nothing You See is Wrong, but Something is Broken?” from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m., at EP Auto, Tire & Glass, Eden Prairie, MN.
AASP-MO Gateway Collision Chapter Hosts MEGA Meeting
Written by Chasidy Rae Sisk
On the evening of Wednesday, Sept. 11, the Gateway Collision Chapter of AASP-MO held its first meeting after summer break at Syberg’s Dorsett in Maryland Heights, MO, sponsored by Mitchell International, Mid-Nite Auto Parts, Chapman & Hogan Insurance, and United Fire Group (UFG).
Christy Jones Honored as NAWBO Iowa 2019 Business Owner of the Year
Written by Alexis WilsonR Jones Collision 1 owner, Christy Jones, has been honored with the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) "Business Owner of the Year" award.
KABA's July Event Focuses on Safe Repairs
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskOn July 27, the Kansas Auto Body Association (KABA) hosted a full-day educational event for collision repair industry professionals at Thirsty’s Brew Pub and Grill in Hays, KS.
IABA’s Quarterly Meeting Empowers Painters to Estimate Procedure Pages
Written by Chasidy Rae Sisk
In August, the Indiana Auto Body Association (IABA) hosted its quarterly meeting with over 100 attendees.
WAC's August Meeting Features Collision Repair Student Success Story
Written by Chasidy Rae Sisk
On Aug. 21, Women in Automotive and Collision (WAC) held its monthly meeting at Firestone Complete Auto Care in St. Louis.
On Aug. 15, the Iowa Collision Repair Association (ICRA) hosted its 2019 Golf Tournament at Riverside Casino and Golf in Riverside, Iowa. According to ICRA Executive Director Janet Chaney, “The tournament was a big success, and over 65 collision repair professionals joined in the fun.”
Collision Repair Student Receives 2000th WATDA Scholarship
Written by Chasidy Rae Sisk
The Wisconsin Automobile and Truck Dealers Association (WATDA) has been awarding scholarships to help address the automotive and collision repair industry shortage since 1991, and this summer, the group awarded its 2000th scholarship to collision repair student Brendan Franch, in partnership with the Wisconsin Auto Collision Technicians Association Ltd (WACTAL).
AASPI 2019 Golf Outing Raises $2000 for Misericordia Heart of Mercy
Written by Chasidy Rae Sisk
On Aug. 1, AASPI hosted its 2019 golf outing at Old Orchard Country Club in Mount Prospect, IL.
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Recently, the Wisconsin Auto Collision Technicians Association (WACTAL) met with Wisconsin Insurance Commissioner Mark Afable to discuss some of their members’ concerns about issues impacting collision repair facilities.
NABA’s Second Roundtable in July Focuses on Writing a Proper Estimate
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskThe Nebraska Auto Body Association (NABA) is dedicated to providing information that members need in order to become more successful in their collision repair businesses.
AASP-MN Prepares for 2020 Legislative Session
Written by Chasidy Rae SiskAASP-MN’s Governmental and Regulating Affairs and Collision Advisory Committees recently met to lay out a game plan for the 2020 legislative session which begins Feb. 11, 2020.
ASA-OH recently announced its new legal referral program.