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Today, we are joined by someone who's seen the collision repair space from multiple angles: operations, insurance, and now investing.
Chris Calk is the former Director of Operations at GEICO, where he had a front-row seat to one of the nation's largest DRP programs. Today, he's an active investor and advisor in the industry, helping collision operators grow their businesses and align with the ever-evolving expectations of insurers.
In this conversation, we'll dive into what insurers like GEICO look for in the ideal DRP partner, how shops can position themselves for long-term success in these programs, and why strong DRP relationships matter now more than ever. Then, we'll zoom out and hear why Chris has doubled down on collision repair as an investor—what makes this space exciting, where the opportunities lie, and how operators can build businesses that attract outside capital. It's a rare chance to peek behind the curtain of both the DRP model and the investor mindset. Let's get into it.
Connect with Chris: Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriscalk/ Email: [email protected]
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Today, we are joined by someone who's seen the collision repair space from multiple angles: operations, insurance, and now investing.
Chris Calk is the former Director of Operations at GEICO, where he had a front-row seat to one of the nation's largest DRP programs. Today, he's an active investor and advisor in the industry, helping collision operators grow their businesses and align with the ever-evolving expectations of insurers.
In this conversation, we'll dive into what insurers like GEICO look for in the ideal DRP partner, how shops can position themselves for long-term success in these programs, and why strong DRP relationships matter now more than ever. Then, we'll zoom out and hear why Chris has doubled down on collision repair as an investor—what makes this space exciting, where the opportunities lie, and how operators can build businesses that attract outside capital. It's a rare chance to peek behind the curtain of both the DRP model and the investor mindset. Let's get into it.
Connect with Chris: Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriscalk/ Email: [email protected]

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