Become a Board Member

I-CAR welcomes qualified candidates interested in serving on its Board of Directors. This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction, governance, and long-term impact of I-CAR and the collision repair industry.

Eligible representatives from several industry segments may be considered for Board service through I-CAR’s established nominating and election process.

Board of Directors Seats

  • Collision Repair - MSOs with <200 Shops

    Incumbent Eligible for Re-Election: No

    Current Nominee:

    Anthony Kupbens (Morgan Automotive Group); term 3-years

  • Equipment, Tool, and Supply

    Incumbent Eligible for Re-Election: Yes

    Current Nominee:

    Brian Herron (Opus/IVS); term 3-years

  • OEM

    Incumbent Eligible for Re-Election: Yes

    Current Nominee:

    Mark Thorpe (Nissan North America); term 3-years

  • Related Industry Services

    Incumbent Eligible for Re-Election: Yes

    Current Nominee:

    Trent Tinsley (Entegral Holdings); term 3-years

Key Dates and Milestones

  • June 2, 2026

    Application deadline

  • June 2026

    Candidate review and interviews

  • August 2026

    Board approves candidate slate

  • September 2026

    Slate distributed to members; alternative candidate period opens

  • October 2026

    Electronic member vote

  • December 2026

    Board orientation and observation meeting

Terms and Expectations

Board members are expected to attend three in-person meetings and one virtual meeting per year. Additional virtual meetings may be scheduled as needed. Attendance is critical. Missing two consecutive meetings will be considered a resignation from the Board.

  • Winter - Virtual
  • Spring - In Person
  • Summer - In Person
  • Fall - In Person
Vacant board member chairs in a conference room