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Current Events/News: E-newsletter: 2007 Archives
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FORMER I-CAR CEO TO SPEAK AT UPCOMING ZONE CONFERENCES...REGISTER TODAY! During the Genesis of I-CAR presentation at the 2005 International Annual Meeting, Doug Middleton, I-CAR International Advisory Committee co-chairman said, "If I were to single out one person as being the most responsible for the success of I-CAR, I would have to choose Jeff Silver." "Having him address our conference attendees is very fitting with this year's focus on re-establishing the vital role of volunteers within the I-CAR organization," added Jeff Peevy, I-CAR Director of Field Operations. Silver will offer his message to conferences at the following locations and dates. Plan to attend and register today! Western - AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA, and WY
Central - AR, IA, IL, IN, LA, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, MS, ND, NE, OH, OK, SD, TX, TN, and WI
Eastern - AL, CT, DE, FL, GA, MA, MD, ME, NC, NH, NY, NJ, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT, and WV
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WINTER IS HERE: PRE-REGISTER TO ENSURE YOU'LL KNOW ABOUT CHANGES
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DON'T FORGET: YOU AUTOMATICALLY EARN THE PLATINUM INDIVIDUAL DESIGNATION ONCE YOU HAVE 10 I-CAR POINTS
All who qualify for the Platinum designation will be sent a certificate and letter automatically explaining their Platinum status, as well as the ongoing training requirements needed to maintain the designation. How close are you to reaching 10 I-CAR points and becoming an I-CAR Platinum Individual? View your training records online on the my I-CAR web site. E-mail I-CAR Customer Care if you have additional questions. |
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3M CONTRIBUTES $5,000 TO THE I-CAR EDUCATION FOUNDATION TO SUPPORT THE COLLISION INDUSTRY
"We are most appreciative of the support of organizations such as 3M," said Chris Evans, Chairman of the I-CAR Education Foundation Board of Trustees. "This contribution enables us to support philanthropic and collision repair education activities that promote and enhance career opportunities in the industry. 3M's continued support shows their commitment to the industry and their confidence in the Education Foundation. 3M's efforts help us make a difference." "As the market leader in products used in automotive repair, 3M is pleased to help the I-CAR Education Foundation in its efforts further to professionalize the collision repair industry," stated Mark Gates, Marketing Director of the 3M Automotive Aftermarket Division. About 3M Automotive Aftermarket Division The 3M Automotive Aftermarket Division (AAD) meets the needs of vehicle service and repair professionals for a wide variety of repair and maintenance needs. In body shops, 3M is best known for its abrasives, tapes, paint finishing products, adhesives, sealants, and plastic repair materials along with its worker safety and protection products. AAD also offers an extensive line of high-quality consumer care products. The I-CAR Education Foundation, founded in 1991, is a not-for-profit organization; its IRS 501(c)(3) status allows it to accept grants and donations from government agencies, individuals, and businesses. |
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SHERWIN-WILLIAMS AUTOMOTIVE FINISHES CONTRIBUTES $5,000 TO THE I-CAR EDUCATION FOUNDATION TO SUPPORT THE COLLISION INDUSTRYSherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Corporation contributed $5,000 in November 2007 to support the mission of the I-CAR Education Foundation. The contribution to the Education Foundation Industry Partners Annual Fund will support many Education Foundation programs that promote and enhance career opportunities in the industry. "This donation displays Sherwin-Williams' commitment to support organizations that strive to improve the future of the collision industry," said Chris Evans, Chairman of the I-CAR Education Foundation Board of Trustees. "This gift, along with similar contributions from other industry partners, will bolster the ability of the Education Foundation to fulfill our mission and truly make a difference." Craig Williams, Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Director - OEM Marketing and Services stated, "Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes is committed to the education and growth of the collision industry. Additionally, Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes is proud to partner with I-CAR by contributing to the I-CAR Education Foundation." About Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Corporation The Sherwin-Williams Company, founded in 1866, is one of the world's leading companies in the manufacture, distribution and sale of coatings and related products to professional, industrial, commercial, and retail customers. Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Sherwin-Williams Company, manufactures and distributes a complete line of advanced technology paint and coating systems for automotive and fleet refinishing industries. The I-CAR Education Foundation, founded in 1991, is a not-for-profit organization; its IRS 501(c)(3) status allows it to accept grants and donations from government agencies, individuals, and businesses. |
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I-CAR RECOGNIZES I-CAR INDUSTRY TRAINING ALLIANCE LEVEL ONE SCHOOLSIn celebration of the I-CAR Industry Training Alliance Month, I-CAR would like to recognize the career and technical schools who have distinguished themselves by meeting the continuing criteria and requirements to be approved as a Level One school. In the Secondary category, I-CAR recognizes: Center of Applied Technology North in Severn, MD; Heyward Career and Technology Center in Columbia, SC; Lake County Tech Center in Grayslake, IL; Northcentral Technical Skills Center in Wenatchee, WA; South Grand Prairie High School in Grand Prairie, TX; Sussex Technical High School in Georgetown, DE; Taylor Career Center in Beaumont, TX; Technology Center of DuPage in Addison, IL; Triplett Tech in Mt. Jackson, VA; and Warren Tech in Lakewood, CO. In the Post-Secondary category, I-CAR recognizes: Academy of Careers & Technology in Beckley, WV; Automotive Training Center in Exton, PA; Bevill State Community College in Sumiton, AL; Bridgerland Applied Tech Center in Logan, UT; Clackamas Community College in Oregon City, OR; College of Lake County in Grayslake, IL; College of Southern Idaho in Twin Falls, ID; Columbia Basin College in Pasco, WA; Contra Costa Community College in San Pablo, CA; Dakota County Technical Center in Rosemount, MN; Daytona Beach Community College in Daytona Beach, FL; Florida Community College at Jacksonville in Jacksonville, FL; Fox Valley Technical College in Appleton, WI; Francis Tuttle Technology Center in Oklahoma City, OK; Fred G. Acosta Job Corps Center in Tucson, AZ; Greenville Technical College in Greenville, SC; Guilford Technical Community College in Jamestown, NC; Hennepin Technical College in Brooklyn Park, MN; Iowa Lakes Community College in Emmetsburg, IA; Itawamba Community College in Tupelo, MS; Ivy Tech State College in Ft. Wayne, IN; Kilgore College in Kilgore, TX; Kishwaukee College in Malta, IL; Lincoln Technical Institute in Indianapolis, IN; Madison Area Technical College in Madison, WI; Minnesota State College Southeast Technical in Winona, MN; Nashville Auto Diesel College in Nashville, TN; Northcentral Technical College in Antigo, WI; Northeast WI Technical College in Green Bay, WI; Ohio Technical College in Cleveland, OH; Owens State Community College in Toledo, OH; Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport, PA; Ranken Technical College in St. Louis, MO; Red River College in Winnipeg, MB; Salt Lake Community College in Sandy, UT; San Jacinto College South in Houston, TX; Scarlet Oaks Career Campus in Cincinnati, OH; Texas State Technical College in Harlingen, TX; Texas State Technical College in Waco, TX; UAW-LETC in Clearfield, UT; Universal Technical Institute in Houston, TX; Universal Technical Institute in Sacramento, CA; Valdosta Technical College in Valdosta, GA; Virginia College Tech in Pelham, AL; Walker Career Center in Indianapolis, IN; and WyoTech in Blairsville, PA. The Industry Training Alliance was developed to optimize the efforts of industry training organizations and career and technical schools and colleges to provide the collision industry with a coordinated and comprehensive training curriculum. Kelvin Brown, Bevill State Community College instructor stated, "It is impossible to explain all of the advantages the relationship with the Alliance has made in our program." Peter Lock, Contra Costa Community College instructor agrees with Brown's remarks. "The Alliance program has allowed our students to go out in the job market and have a better chance to gain employment. This can help them get their foot in the door," reinforced Lock. "This is the most relevant training available for high school- or college-age collision students. I-CAR and the Alliance have created a new level of excitement for learning at this high school," echoed Keith Crossland, South Grand Prairie High School instructor. Jim Friedel, Sussex Technical High School instructor reflected, "The Industry Training Alliance has greatly enhanced our collision repair program and brought us to a new level of quality education. The dedication, support, and commitment from the Alliance are evident in our success. From recruitment materials to up-to-date curriculum, our students win when it comes to getting a quality education." For a list of schools participating in all levels of the Alliance or to download a school application, please visit www.ed-foundation.org or call 888.722.3787, Ext. 282. |
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I-CAR QUICK LINKS AVAILABLE - BOOKMARK THEM ON YOUR COMPUTERAre you looking for quick links to the I-CAR training required and recommended by OEMs? If so, click on the below links and you are there.
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I-CAR AND CALIFORNIA COLLISION REPAIRERS GIVE BACKI-CAR program instructor Toby Chess led the effort to bring a happy and toy-filled Christmas to the families of Marines deployed overseas. Chess and a group of collision repairers raised approximately $8,000 to supply families with over 600 toys and 32 bikes at Camp Pendleton in Oceanside, CA. "I got a call about two weeks before Thanksgiving asking if they could rely on us to bring toys for their families, as we had last year, it only took a couple of seconds for me to decide that I wanted to help out again," explained Chess.
It was also easy for Chess to convince friends and colleagues to get involved. Approximately 30 collision repairers from the west coast volunteered their time and resources in this effort. Chess and others dropped off the toys on December 17 and were greeted by 40 troops who helped unload the gifts. In return they received a certificate and many thanks for their contributions. |
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SAVE THE DATE FOR 2008 CRA CONFERENCE IN NEW ZEALAND I-CAR New Zealand combines its Annual General Meeting with this conference and extends an invitation to anyone associated with I-CAR. This year I-CAR experienced one of the largest conferences hosted by the Auckland branch. The Central North Island branch is well underway to exceed your expectations at the 2008 conference. Why Taupo? Taupo is a busy holiday destination with bustling cafes, restaurants, dramatic mountain views, and a beautiful, clean, freshwater lake. This is a town vibrant in its culture, history, natural beauty, and has a wealth of outdoor activities to challenge and excite you. Being in the center of the North Island, Taupo is very easy to find and to get to! Why choose TEAM as the theme? The theme for this year's conference is TEAM.
Also chosen because of its relevance to our industry, it takes all kinds of people to make a great TEAM. Everyone in the automotive industry has completely different backgrounds and skills, but a successful TEAM is one that uses the skills of each of its members to work well together to generate better business outcomes. Three days of fun, entertainment and learning. The 2008 conference runs over a three-day period from May 15-17 and will be held at the Bayview Wairakei Resort in Taupo. With the entire establishment almost exclusively devoted to hosting this conference, this will ensure a smooth-running event and will add to the atmosphere, providing plenty of scope to mix and mingle with fellow members, sponsors, and trade exhibitors. A partners program is being planned, so bring along your spouse/significant other and let them be pampered and entertained with the various treats this region has to offer. The conference will be comprised of workshops, team activities, the Annual General Meeting, and an array of national and international speakers. These will complement the theme and enhance your knowledge of important business/industry issues. You'll want to share and implement your TEAM information when you return home! And, as always, the CRA Conference is renowned for a fun, final night extravaganza and this conference will be no different! To register, or for more information about the conference, please contact I-CAR New Zealand at admin@i-car.co.nz . |
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In
2008, the annual Collision Repair Association (CRA)
Conference will be held in one of New Zealand's greatest tourist destinations - Taupo.
Don't miss your opportunity to better your business through
your TEAM.