Brian Kaner, president and CEO of Boyd Group Services Inc., will serve as the master of ceremonies at the 2025 MSO Symposium, taking place Nov. 3 in Las Vegas at the Rio Hotel & Casino, a Destination by Hyatt.
Kaner leads one of the largest collision repair and glass service operations in North America, operating under the names Gerber Collision & Glass, Glass America, Boyd Autobody & Glass, Assured Automotive in Canada, Auto Glass Service, Auto Glass Authority and Autoglassonly.com. Kaner has an extensive background leading multi-national corporations and brings a wealth of experience to the 2025 program.
“I am excited to serve as emcee of the 2025 event, which has a history of bringing our industry leaders together for the betterment of all multi-shop operators and industry stakeholders," said Kaner. "This year's symposium promises to continue the tradition of sharing knowledge from industry and market experts that influences operations while looking toward the future of the industry.”
The program will run from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Nov. 3, the day before the AAPEX and SEMA shows open. Presentations and panels will address the economy, consolidation trends, expanding AI influences, an outlook on claims, and other related topics.
“The content at the MSO Symposium is created by and for decision-makers in collision repair. It’s a dynamic time in our business and this event provides valuable information for the attendees and the industry," Kaner continued.
Boyd Group Services has served the MSO Symposium for many years. Current Advisory Board member Gary Bunce, senior vice president of sales for Gerber Collision & Glass, emphasized Boyd Group Service’s inspiration for involvement.
“I joined the advisory board because I believe in shaping the conversations that drive our industry forward,” Bunce said. “It’s an honor to contribute to an event that plays a key role in the strategic evolution of the MSO space.”
"Attending the MSO Symposium gives collision repair owners a front-row seat to the latest trends shaping our industry — whether it’s technology, insurance dynamics or consolidation strategies,” David Roberts, founder and managing partner of Focus Advisors and an MSO Symposium advisory board member, told Autobody News.
“It’s a rare chance to hear directly from the leaders driving change, connect with potential partners, and gain insights that can position their businesses for long-term success," Roberts added. "In a market evolving as quickly as ours, those who show up to events like this are the ones best prepared to grow and compete."
Those interested in attending this exclusive annual event must meet one of the following attendance requirements:
• Owner, executive or manager of any size MSO
• Leadership or employee of an independent collision repair facility operating with greater than $3 million in annual sales
• Insurance company representative
• OEM vehicle manufacturer representative
The only exceptions are the limited number of sponsors that help underwrite the program, and media partners. For registration, click here. For additional information, visit msosymposium.com.
