The Collision Vision

Something we speak about quite often on this show is the evolving nature of the collision industry, and the opportunities for business success those changes create. One of those continued opportunities is ADAS. Today's guest is Rick Zirbes, the Co-Founder and Chief Development Officer of Smart Express, a provider of ADAS services nationwide. Given Rick's impressive background in the industry- including as a technician and longtime I-CAR instructor- our conversation today is going to cover a ton of great topics, including a LOT of ADAS. Enjoy the show!

Email: [email protected]

Smart Express Phone: 952-884-7702

Website: smarexpress.com

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-zirbes-59169425/

Here on The Collision Vision, we discuss topics surrounding the "business" side of the collision repair industry. We also do our part in giving a voice to organizations dedicated to making the collision repair industry a better place. That's what a lot of today's conversation will be focused on, as we host a very special panel discussion among some key women in the collision industry, on behalf of the Women's Industry Network, or WIN.

Many of you know WIN, but in their own words… The Women's Industry Network's mission is to support and enhance the role of women in the collision repair industry, promoting education, professional advancement and networking. The WIN Board of Directors exists to guide the organization in furthering these initiatives. The all-volunteer group represents various collision industry segments including, but not limited to, repair facilities, suppliers, consultants, information providers and insurance companies.

Today, we'll be speaking with two very accomplished andinsightful women in the collision industry: Cheryl Boswell, Former WIN Chair and CFO of DCR Systems and Jessica Rob, sponsorship chair for WIN and distribution program manager at AkzoNobel Coatings Inc. WIN has exciting things happening which we'll talk all about in this episode….

Links:

WIN Network website: https://thewomensindustrynetwork.site-ym.com/

WIN Membership: https://thewomensindustrynetwork.site-ym.com/page/Membership

WIN Pay It Forward: https://thewomensindustrynetwork.site-ym.com/page/Payitforward

WIN Sponsorship Opportunities: https://thewomensindustrynetwork.site-ym.com/page/Sponsorship

WIN Most Influential Women: https://thewomensindustrynetwork.site-ym.com/page/MIW

WIN Scholarship Program: https://thewomensindustrynetwork.site-ym.com/page/Scholarship

WIN Annual Education Conference: https://thewomensindustrynetwork.site-ym.com/page/Conference2024

Today's guest is one host Cole Strandberg has known for many, many years, dating back to his time in the equipment space. Bob Zelano has worn many hats during his lengthy time in the collision industry, going from heavy-duty combo tech, to the insurance side of things, to equipment and consulting. His knowledge on both the technical and qualitative sides of the collision industry is great, and on this show we'll talk about ensuring safe repairs, building an all-star team, investing in the future of collision repair, and much more… I hope you enjoy the show.

Today's episode will be a little bit different… while Cole Strandberg is normally your host, today, he'll be your guest, interviewed by Jay Goninen of Wrench Way. As a guest, Cole does a little bit more talking than normal, as he and Jay discuss many relevant collision topics, including the importance of team building, updates on consolidation and M&A, family business, and much more. Jay Goninen is President of WrenchWay, who is doing their part to help the industry in solving the technician shortage. Be sure to check out Beyond the Wrench Podcast with Jay. Enjoy the show!

I'm fortunate to have two guests with us today, both focused on something very cool very important in the world of Electric vehicles…. SAFETY! My guests today are Dirk Fuchs, former Director of Technical Programs and Services for I-CAR and now CEO and Founder of Electric Mobility Consulting, an organization that consults on some pretty hot topics in today's collision repair environment, including all things EV repair. My other guest today is Dalan Zartman, COO of The Energy Security Agency. Today, we'll run the gamut of EV topics… from safe repairs, the opportunity investing in EVs represents for shops, and EV collision impacts on the larger environment and the safety that comes along with that. Buckle up for a great conversation and enjoy the show! Dirk- Electricmobilityconsulting.net, [email protected], https://www.linkedin.com/in/dirk-fuchs-ba570baa/ Dalan— https://energysecurityagency.com 855-ESA-SAFE (911) https://www.linkedin.com/in/dalan-zartman-bbb943227/

Today's guest is Frank Terlep, a well-known and highly successful entrepreneur within the collision repair space, and currently Vice President of ADAS Solutions for Opus IVS. Frank is truly a visionary in the space, and today we'll talk a lot about the opportunities ADAS brings to the collision industry, some exciting emerging technologies, the future of collision repair, and more. Enjoy the show! Frank's Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankterlep/

Today's episode is very exciting! We're taking a step away from the business side of the collision repair, and instead have a bit of NASCAR-style fun. Today's guest is Scott Brewer, Car Chief for NASCAR driver Corey LaJoie. Scott and host Cole Strandberg talk about his background and how he got into the exciting world of racing, what the role of a car chief is, and some great conversations surrounding teamwork and leadership. Enjoy this episode of the Collision Vision, on the lighter side and in the fast lane.

Today's guest is Ryan Clark, Vice President of Eustis Body Shop, as six-store MSO out of Nebraska. Ryan and host Cole Strandberg have a lot to talk about, including how Eustis has grown to where it is today, the dynamics of a family business, Ryan's… non-traditional… background that led him here today, and much more. Enjoy the show!

You've probably heard about "Right to Repair" in industry news of late, and you may or may not have dug into this battle waging in the background of the collision repair industry. Today, we'll speak with two of the foremost experts on the topic to update us where we are today and how the conversations surrounding "right to repair" will continue to shape our industry. Aaron Shulenburg is the Executive Director for the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) and Wayne Weikel is the Vice President of State Government Affairs at Alliance For Automotive Innovation. In today's conversation, Aaron, Wayne and host Cole Strandberg will dive into all the latest in the Right to Repair conversation and how it impacts you. Enjoy the show!

Paul Knowlton is the National Program Manager for Huntington National Bank, where he focuses on business financing - specifically funding for capital equipment- for companies in the collision repair industry, just like yours. Host Cole Strandberg has known Paul from the lense equipment leasing world for many years, and today, they talk about that, along with other business financing needs and how to get financed for growth. Enjoy the show!