THE RUSS VERONA MEMORIAL AWARD

Recognizing Achievement in the Collision Repair Industry

Collision Repair Shop Nomination Form for Performance Year 2022

Purpose
Russ Verona was a true pioneer of professionalism in the collision repair industry. His dedication to the industry was apparent in all that he accomplished, his support of industry associations, and the fact that he owned and operated the first ever I-CAR® Gold Class® designated business. Russ was a mentor, a friend, and a role model for the collision repair industry. The Russ Verona Memorial Award honors his memory and contributions to the industry.

Eligibility
This award will be bestowed upon a select collision repair shop that meets the following requirements:

Holds a long term (defined as at least five consecutive years) I-CAR Gold Class designation
Actively promotes the Gold Class designation, training, and a positive image of the collision industry (locally or on a broader scale)

Nominating Procedure
Complete this form and submit it prior to July 31, 2023. For questions, email i-car.events.dept@i-car.com.

Judging
I-CAR staff, I-CAR Executive Committee, I-CAR Board of Directors, and/or other collision repair industry representatives will select the recipient.

Presentation of Award
The award will be presented during 2023 SEMA Week in Las Vegas, on Wednesday, November 1, at the Collision Industry Red Carpet Breakfast, 7-9am.

CONTACT INFORMATION
If nominating a Gold Class shop, complete both your contact information as the submitter, and the nominee’s below. If self-nomination, check the box and only complete the following nominee contact information.
HELPFUL HINT: TO INCREASE THE ODDS OF WINNING, PROVIDE DETAILED ANSWERS.

Submitter Name

Submitter Company

Submitter Email

Submitter Phone

Self-nomination? If yes, check box.

CONTACT INFORMATION FOR NOMINEE

Owner/Manager Name*

Shop Name*

Shop Street Address*

Shop City*

Shop State*

Shop Zip Code*

Shop Email

Shop Phone

1. TRAINING & TRAINING INVOLVEMENT

A. Does the nominee hold a Gold Class designation? If yes, check box.

B. Has the nominee held the Gold Class designation for at least five consecutive years? If yes, check box.

C. What is the nominee’s Gold Class join date?

D. Does the nominee actively promote the Gold Class designation? Example: On website, in customer waiting area and outside, to friends, family or business contacts, social media etc.

E. Does the nominee actively hold other industry designation(s)? Examples: ASE, car manufacturer, and/or paint company certifications; I-CAR Welding etc.

F. Does the nominee actively support I-CAR locally, regionally, and nationally? Example: local volunteer committee, NIAC or NVAC member, CREF etc.

2. CAREER & EDUCATION INFORMATION

Is the nominee involved in promoting career opportunities in the collision repair industry?

3. ASSOCIATION INVOLVEMENT INFORMATION

Is the nominee involved in a state, local, regional, national, or international trade association? If yes, check box to right, then list memberships and involvements below.

A. Industry Organization/Affiliation Name

Position

Committees

Dates Served

B. Industry Organization/Affiliation Name

Position

Committees

Dates Served

C. Industry Organization/Affiliation Name

Position

Committees

Dates Served

D. Industry Organization/Affiliation Name

Position

Committees

Dates Served

4. COMMUNITY SERVICE INFORMATION

Is the nominee involved in community service? Example: Sport team coaching, church, school groups, or charity groups, etc.

5. OTHER INFORMATION

Please state any other information you would like noted about the nominee (special activities, etc.).