That Time of Year: AIA to hold AGM online on April 27
Toronto, Ontario — Sure to be packed with information and insights for the year to come, the Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA) will be hosting its AGM on April 27 at 11:30 a.m. EST. In an email announcing the meeting, AIA thanked its members for their support during this difficult time while they are […]
Burst Bubble: CCIF postpones May Moncton event amid COVID concerns
Moncton, New Brunswick — Whether you’re welding or welcoming customers, wearing a mask these days is as important as ever and with public health recommendations being top priority, the Canadian Collision Industry Forum (CCIF) has decided to postpone this year’s Moncton, New Brunswick event. CCIF made the call to cancel the event, originally scheduled for […]
Can’t Miss IBIS: IBIS releases two-year events roadmap, 2022 plans for all in-person
Toronto, Ontario — Showing their resilience and ability to adapt on-the-fly, the International Bodyshop Industry Symposium (IBIS) has announced an ambitious two-year events roadmap, according to a press release from Tuesday. IBIS’s schedule for 2021 is set to feature six entirely digital events that are sure to be packed with presentations, panels, interviews and plenty […]
Las Vegas Learning: Year-round education sessions from SEMA commence Jan. 13
Las Vegas, Nevada — SEMA commences its year-round virtual education program with six informational concepts on Jan 13. According to SEMA, the goal is to provide automotive aftermarket professionals with subject matter specifically curated to assist in improving their careers and businesses. The comprehensive courses will allow members the flexibility of remote participation at their […]
Information Incoming: IBIS announces its 2021 conference program
London, United Kingdom — The International Bodyshop Industry Symposium (IBIS) is delighted to announce its list of 2021 conferences aimed at bringing exemplary thought leadership content and peer-to-peer networking opportunities to the leaders of the global automotive collision repair industry. The dynamic programme capitalizes on executing a series of globally renowned physical events from June […]
SEMA Online – The first ever virtual SEMA show impressed the industry
Las Vegas, Nevada – This year, SEMA ditched the grand Vegas show floor of years past and took its industry-wide event fully virtual with SEMA360, showing that even in an unpredictable year like 2020, the auto industry will keep on motoring. This year’s event saw new innovations to the SEMA platform, as well as the […]
Collaboration and Connection – Inside the first-ever virtual CCIF
BY JULIA LLOYD The Canadian Collision Industry Forum (CCIF) held its first-ever virtual conference on October 7 and 8, featuring ample opportunities to connect and chat with industry experts via chatroom or video amid the ongoing global situation. With more than 300 participants from more than five countries and 29 exhibitor booths, CCIF director Caroline […]
Doug’s Place BMW event looks at vehicle technology and repair
By CRM Staff Edmonton, Alberta — July 13, 2018 — Doug’s Place Strathcona recently hosted a BMW event in Edmonton, Alberta. “The event went very well. 80 people came out from different areas of the industry – claims management, appraisers, dealers, suppliers, insurers, service people, OEM, aftermarket,” says Jack De Sena of Doug’s […]
Doug’s Place Strathcona to host BMW Canada event June 7
By CRM Staff Edmonton, Alberta — May 30, 2018 — A BMW Canada Event will be held at Doug’s Place Strathcona in Edmonton, Alberta from 5-7 pm. Those interested in attending are welcome to join as long as they RSVP by June 1. Jack De Sena, co-owner of Doug’s Place comments, “We just […]
CCIF breakdown: Blockchain explained
By Gideon Scanlon Montreal, Quebec — May 29, 2018 — “I don’t have a crystal ball. I can’t pretend to be able to anticipate every change that is coming to the industry, but I can ‘follow the money,’” said Ryan Mandell, Mitchell International’s director of performance consulting. “What I do know is that blockchain […]
