Organizers of the 2025 MSO Symposium announced registration for the 14th annual event is now open.
Advisory board members strongly recommend collision industry leadership and management take advantage of this once-a-year opportunity to gather with peers and obtain updates on the status and direction of the automotive collision repair marketplace.
The MSO Symposium, designed for any size MSO, growing independent collision repair facility and their business partners, will take place Nov. 3 in Las Vegas prior to the start of the AAPEX and SEMA Shows.
“This event is unique because it’s designed by decision-makers, for decision-makers. That focus ensures the conversations are relevant, strategic, and immediately impactful,” said Gary Bunce, senior vice president of sales for Gerber Collision & Glass and an MSO Symposium advisory board member.
“The MSO Symposium brings industry stakeholders together to talk about what really matters — emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities and we have created meaningful content for this year’s event," Michelle Sullivan, CEO of Certified Collision Group and an advisory board member, told Autobody News. "The goal is simple: spark conversations that turn into real, actionable strategies that shape the future of collision repair.”
The 2025 program will feature presentations and panel discussions providing insight on the economy, recent consolidation trends, the expanding influence of AI, and an outlook on the industry's future in claims, among other topics.
"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."
"I’m truly honored to be part of this year’s MSO Advisory Board. Listening to the collaborative thinking among the members and contributing to the creation of meaningful content for attendees has been a wonderful experience," said Rich Tanchyk, vice president of VIVE Collision.
MSO Symposium’s one-day conference begins at 9 a.m. PT with a light breakfast and provides the first of many networking breaks. The opening presentation takes the stage at 10 a.m. Additional networking opportunities are scheduled throughout the day, including a plated luncheon, an afternoon break and a pre-dinner reception that ends at 6 p.m.
“The quality of the discussions and the class of attendees at the MSO Symposium make it a critical event for any forward-focused organization,” Bunce said.
Those interested in attending should register their leadership team members as soon as possible. Advance registration rates are available for a limited time and seating is restricted to those directly involved in the collision repair industry and working as an employee of any size MSO or independent collision repair facility, or as a representative of an OEM or insurance provider.
Direct access registration can be found here or on the MSO Symposium’s website.
Vendors and suppliers to the industry may also qualify to attend via one of the MSO Symposium’s sponsorship opportunities. For information, contact Jennie Lepore or Brian Nessen.
