Tuesday Ticker: Uni-Select buys Dash Distributors
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — September 25, 2017 — This week’s Tuesday Ticker looks at acquisitions for both Uni-Select and GPC, AkzoNobel shakes up the C-suite, analysts upgrade AutoCanada estimates and much, much more! Uni-Select Quebec-based distributor Uni-Select continues to expand. This past week the publicly-traded company announced that its subsidiary Bumper to Bumper […]
Collision 360 to host polishing and paint correction training session
By Mike Davey Toronto, Ontario — September 25, 2017 — Collision 360 has announced it will hold a hands-on educational workshop structured around the basic techniques, machines, and products used in automobile polishing. Led by representatives of Presta Products, Anthony Iaboni of Collision 360 says the session will help attendees discover all the tips and […]
AIA Grand Forum puts the focus on customer connection
By Alex Dugas Drummondville, Québec — September 25, 2017 — Hundreds of industry stakeholders gathered together recently in Drummondville for the 2017 edition of the AIA Grand Forum. The theme of the event was “Connected to our Customers,” and the forum provided a number of relevant discussions on customer service, sales and communication. The day […]
Axalta appoints Joseph F. McDougall as President, Global Refinish
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — September 25, 2017 — Joseph F. McDougall has been named Senior Vice President and President, Global Refinish at Axalta Coating Systems. In this new role at the company, McDougall will be responsible for Axalta’s global refinish business. “Joe brings a unique set of skills to this new position at Axalta including a […]