I-CAR® Announces the Results of the 2024 Board of Directors Election
July 16, 2024
Hoffman Estates, IL. July 16, 2024 - I-CAR (the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair), the leading provider of educational programming, technical information and related services, and talent crisis solutions for the automotive collision repair industry and its related value chain, announced today the results of its 2024 Board of Directors' election, which concluded on June 17, 2024. The election saw enthusiastic participation from I-CAR Members, resulting in the approval of four leaders to fill open board seats.
Two current Board members have been re-elected for a second term, underscoring their ongoing commitment to advancing I-CAR's mission. Joining them are two new members who bring fresh perspectives and expertise to the Board. The new terms for these elected members will commence immediately following the July 17, 2024, Board of Directors meeting.
"We are thrilled to welcome our newly elected Board members, including those who have been reelected for another term. The Board of Directors plays a crucial role in guiding I-CAR's strategic direction and ensuring we meet our mission of advancing the collision repair industry through education and training,” said Jim Guthrie, Chair of I-CAR's Board of Directors and OpenRoad Collision. “The Board members' diverse perspectives and expertise are invaluable as we work together to drive innovation and excellence in our industry, and we look forward to what's to come in 2024."
The Elected 2024 Board of Directors Include:
Dan Tessadri
Senior Manager, APD Process, CSAA Insurance Group; representing Insurance Segment
Patrick Burnett
Vice President, Claims Operations, USAA; representing Insurance Segment
Jennifer Goforth
Executive Director, North America Sales, Service & Marketing, General Motors; representing OEM Segment
Barry Dorn
Vice President, Dorn's Body & Paint, Inc.; representing Collision Repair Segment
The newly elected members of the Board of Directors will join their colleagues in steering I-CAR towards continued excellence in industry standards and practices.
The I-CAR Board of Directors is a 13-17-member board comprised of representatives from the following industry segments: Collision Repair; Insurance; Vehicle Manufacturers; Tools, Equipment and Supplies; Education and Training; and Related Industry Services.
For more information about I-CAR and its Board of Directors, please visit www.i-car.com.
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About I-CAR:
Founded in 1979, I-CAR is a not-for-profit education, knowledge, and solutions organization designed to support the evolving needs of the Collision Repair Inter-Industry. I-CAR, which is accredited by IACET (The International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training) is focused on improving the quality and safety of auto collision repair for the ultimate benefit of both the industry and the consumer. For more information, please visit www.i-car.com.