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Current Events/News: E-newsletter: 2008 Archives
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I-CAR REFOCUSES ITSELF WITH VOLUNTEERS AND PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS “I appreciate the sincerity of everyone and the individual commitment to change course to ensure that a quality product is achieved. In today's environment change is constant and requires continuous renewal of how we interact and function within the business environment,” explained Dan Shymanski, St. Louis MO I-CAR Volunteer District chairperson. “To recognize and make those adjustments is never easy and requires strong leadership. This is a great organization and I am thankful for the leadership and their resolve to make those changes.” “I think I-CAR has been going through some growing pains,” admitted Tim Harriman, ME State I-CAR Volunteer chairperson. “What I-CAR can do for us right now is keep the enthusiasm up. That level of enthusiasm pumped up attendees at the zone conference I recently attended.” “Lately my experience with I-CAR has been a positive one,” explained Rob Saunders, San Luis Obispo CA I-CAR Volunteer Committee chairperson. “Processes have been streamlined. It’s much easier to get classes scheduled than in the past. The restructuring and change taking place was reemphasized at this conference and I see it as a change for the better.” “This has been the most open, candid, and encouraging set of I-CAR meetings I have attended in a long time,” stressed Doug Middleton, International Advisory Committee member and former I-CAR staff member. “It's been extremely gratifying to participate in the zone conferences,” emphasized Jeff Silver, past I-CAR CEO. “I want to do anything I can to help I-CAR succeed.” “It is critical for the success of I-CAR that we support our volunteers, program instructors, and customers by clearly understanding their needs and ultimately delivering a quality product to them,” stressed I-CAR Director of Marketing Joyce Kasmer. ”This is a top priority for the staff.” “The 2008 zone conferences proved to be a success with high participation from I-CAR volunteers and program instructors from around the country,” stated Jeff Peevy, I-CAR Director of Field Operations. “Held in three different parts of the United States from January through February, the zone conferences gave I-CAR senior staff the opportunity to meet with I-CAR volunteers and program instructors and share information as well as receive valuable feedback from those who also serve as the ‘Frontline of I-CAR.’” |
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SPECIAL THANKS TO 2008 I-CAR ZONE CONFERENCE SPONSORS CENTRAL ZONE CONFERENCE SPONSORS: EASTERN ZONE CONFERENCE SPONSORS: I-CAR and the I-CAR Education Foundation would also like to thank Paul Blaski of Sterling Autobody Centers, Dick Griffin of American Family Insurance, and Gene Lopez of Seidner Collision for making significant donations to the I-CAR Education Foundation during the 2008 zone conferences. “The 2008 zone conferences proved to be a success with high participation from I-CAR volunteers and program instructors from around the country,” stated Jeff Peevy, I-CAR Director of Field Operations. “Held in three different parts of the United States from January through February, the zone conferences gave I-CAR senior staff the opportunity to meet with I-CAR volunteers and program instructors and share where I-CAR is heading and get valuable feedback from those who also serve as the ‘Frontline of I-CAR.’” |
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HOW CLOSE IS YOUR BUSINESS TO ACHIEVING GOLD CLASS? HOW CLOSE ARE YOU TO PLATINUM? FIND OUT TODAY!
To earn the Platinum Individual designation, an individual needs to achieve a total of 10 tested points. After you achieve the Platinum Individual designation, I-CAR will automatically mail you a membership wallet card and certificate. There are no applications or fees required! Find out how many tested I-CAR points you have by viewing your training history through the myI-CAR section online. For more on the benefits of or how to maintain either designation, contact customer care at 800.422.7872 or customer.care@i-car.com. |
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SAVE THE DATE FOR THE 2008 I-CAR INTERNATIONAL ANNUAL MEETING As an attendee you can:
Mark your calendars now for this sensational event! Visit www.i-car.com/annualmeeting for the most up-to-date details of the event! |
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DISPLAY YOUR SUPPORT OF SAFETY/TRAINING AS A 2008 I-CAR INTERNATIONAL ANNUAL MEETING EVENT SPONSORThis summer, you have the opportunity to show your commitment to safety by supporting I-CAR at the 2008 I-CAR International Annual Meeting in Scottsdale, Arizona, July 24-26. I-CAR invites you to this once-a-year opportunity where you’ll be able to:
Your sponsorship provides the opportunity to:
Download the 2008 I-CAR International Annual Meeting sponsorship opportunities flyer that provides the details for offering support at several different levels. Several sponsorship opportunities have limited availability so contact I-CAR today at annualmeeting@i-car.com.
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I-CAR FEST TAKING PLACE ON MARCH 29 IN FORTH WORTH TEXASYou don’t want to miss I-CAR Fest this spring at the Forth Worth Convention Center. 24 different I-CAR classes will be available. All classes taken help to maintain or attain the Gold Class Professionals and Platinum Individual designations. A tradeshow and job fair representing all aspects of the collision industry will also be available. For more information about the event or to inquiry about booth space contact Dave Gauthier at dgauth7511@msn.com. Open the PDF below to see the full I-CAR class schedule at the 2008 I-CAR Fest!
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I-CAR AUSTRALIA ANNOUNCES THE APPOINTMENT OF NEW BOARD MEMBERSFollowing the continued expansion and development of I-CAR training across Australia, the I-CAR Board at its December meeting approved the appointment of two additional members. I-CAR Australia CEO Richard Pratt announced the appointment of Mr. Paul Galea, Director of Sales and Marketing Refinish – PPG Industries, and Mr. David Brown, Head of Claims and Assessing and Product Underwriting – IAG, to join the seven inaugural Board members. Mr. Pratt stated, “Both these gentlemen join the Board as representatives of their particular industry segments and bring to the I-CAR Board additional management skills which will enhance what is already an experienced Board, managing this rapidly developing program. They have both established quality reputations for their commitment to the industry.” “Mr. Brown and Mr. Galea played an important role in encouraging the establishment of the I-CAR license in Australia and have been at the forefront of their companies focus on increased levels of professionalism and reform across the entire industry,” explained Mr. Pratt. “Their two year Board appointment was approved in accordance with the organization’s by-laws. Such is the expansion and the potential of the I-CAR program and training as the Board is also considering additional appointees to represent the education and research facilities as well as the motor vehicle manufacturers.” |
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I-CAR volunteer committee members and program instructors from around the country were given an open forum to provide feedback during the recently completed 2008 I-CAR Zone Conferences. The feedback offered to attending I-CAR staff and board increases communication between the groups and also allows I-CAR to further reach out to those who receive training to provide a high-quality, relevant product, as volunteers and program instructors serve as the ‘frontline of I-CAR’ to the industry.
Gold Class Professionals businesses represent the most elite businesses in the collision industry. All employees who work directly in the business must have 5 I-CAR points each for their employer to be Gold Class. Download the 
Don’t miss the opportunity to join the rest of the collision industry at the I-CAR International Annual Meeting at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess in Scottsdale, Arizona, July 24-26. 
