This year has placed recruitment issues as front and centre for many repair businesses but the new advocacy body, the Australian Collision Industry Alliance (ACIA) is looking forward to creating long-term solutions.
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Closing a gender gap in crash testing
Her work began with pioneering investigations into whiplash from car crashes but now road safety researcher Astrid Linder has her eye on closing another gap in our knowledge of accidents.
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The way ahead for Australia’s largest repair group
The new chair for the AMA Group, Caroline Waldron, has a clear message for the repair industry; it must stay relevant by staying focussed on serving its customers well.
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A passion for people is what drives industry veteran Stuart Faid
More than 30 years in the industry across the globe, regional vice-president for the Fix Network across Asia, Australia and New Zealand and now director at the ACIA, Stuart Faid has garnered a lot of insight into the industry and has a lot to share.
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James Knox: CEO of Auto Parts Group
We caught up with James Knox to look at his impressive personal story, how a one-time investment banker became CEO of an industry-leading collision parts supplier, what advice he has for those starting their careers, and his plans for boosting Auto Parts Group’s success.
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Andrew Blake Marketing Director Refinish, PPG Australia and New Zealand
We introduce Andrew Blake, PPG Australia and New Zealand’s customer-centric marketing director, who brings his extensive commercial experience to our industry.
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Baron Schreuder – Mover and Shaker
We recently caught up with Baron Schreuder, Regional Commercial Director, Automotive and Specialty Coatings, AkzoNobel and found an accomplished business leader with a wealth of experience and a real passion
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Carl Bizon, AMA Group CEO
As AMA Group re-engages with the industry, we caught up with Carl Bizon, who spoke about his background and discussed the group’s recent performance and how he is transforming the business.
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Craig Hexter National Sales and Marketing Manager, sia Abrasives
As sia Abrasives celebrates its first anniversary as part of Bosch Power Tools, we catch up with Craig Hexter and discover there are many facets to this highly professional and driven businessman.
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Kishen Khosa Head of Coatings, BASF Australia and New Zealand
As BASF celebrates the centenary of its first product sold in Australia, we introduce the relatively new head of BASF’s Automotive Refinish Coatings. We find out what makes him tick and what you can
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