Mobile Toggle

Posts Tagged ‘multi-shop organizations’

Caliber Collision, CEO to MC 2024 MSO Symposium

Posted by

North Richland Hills, Texas, September 4, 2024 –  David Simmons, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Caliber Holdings LLC, will serve as the Master of Ceremonies at the 2024 MSO Symposium, taking place Monday, November 4th, in Las Vegas.

David Simmons has a diverse background leading large, multinational organizations in a number of industries and brings his wealth of experience to the 2024 event. This year’s MSO Symposium encompasses a very informative agenda and extensive networking opportunities. 

“It is my privilege to MC this year’s event and continue the legacy of bringing the leadership of the industry together. The MSO Symposium is unique because it brings together executives representing insurance carriers, OEM’s and MSO’s,” stated Simmons. 

The program will run from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. on the Monday preceding the AAPEX/SEMA show, with sessions discussing the economy, consolidation trends, expanding AI influences, data concerns, an outlook on the industry’s future, and more.

Simmons added, “Aside from the speakers and content, what impresses me is the collection of industry leaders in attendance representing the most successful MSO’s, networks, and dealer groups in North America.” 

Caliber Collision has served the MSO Symposium for many years, with active participation on its Advisory Board. Current representative, Shawn Hezar, Chief Client Officer emphasizes, “David’s leadership since joining Caliber in 2023 can be characterized by his commitment to fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration within his organization. “His engagement at this year’s MSO Symposium will be insightful, thought provoking, and a service to this industry.”

Those interested in attending this exclusive annual event must qualify to attend. To meet the attendance requirements one must be:

  • Owner, executive, or manager of any size multi-shop operation (MSO)
  • Leadership or employee of an independent collision repair facility operating with greater than $3 million in annual sales
  • Insurance company representative
  • OEM vehicle manufacturer representative

The only exceptions to this list is the limited number of sponsors that help underwrite the program and our media partners. 

To access registration go here.
For additional information visit msosymposium.com or call 281-819-2332.

Registration for the 2024 MSO Symposium is Now Open

Posted by

North Richland Hills, Texas, August 28, 2024 – Registration for the 13th annual MSO Symposium is now open. Advisory board members and administrators recommend taking advantage of this once a year opportunity to gather with industry leadership and obtain updates on the collision repair marketplace. 

The symposium, designed for small, medium, and large multi-shop operators, growing independent collision repair facility owners, and their business partners, will take place in Las Vegas, Monday, November 4th, prior to the start of SEMA/AAPEX. The one-day conference begins at 9 a.m. PDT with a light breakfast and the first of many networking breaks. 

“The comradery in our industry is appreciated and it leads to ongoing improvement for our customers and the market. I value hearing from and speaking with my peers regarding what’s working and the challenges we face,” states advisory board member, Mike DeFrancesco, Vice President of Strategic Accounts, Collision Right. “At the MSO Symposium, we unite and discuss how to make our industry better for all,” he continues.

The 2024 event program consists of presentations and panel discussions that provide information and insight on the economy, the most recent consolidation trends, expanding AI influences, data breach concerns, an outlook on the industry’s future, and more. Additional networking opportunities include a plated luncheon, an afternoon break, and a post event reception taking place from 5 – 7 p.m. Monday evening.

“The MSO Symposium’s uniqueness has made the conference a staple for owners, managers,and  executives leading collision repair facilities in the North American market” states Roy Schnepper, Owner of Butler’s Collision, a small MSO out of Michigan.

Those interested in attending should register their teams as soon as possible as seating is limited and early registration discounts are only available for a limited time.

Please be advised that this is a closed meeting and attendance requirements for the MSO Symposium are in place.

To access early registration rates, go to the MSO Symposium’s website or follow msosymposium.com/register

Attendance by media personnel and equipment or service providers is available, but also limited. For questions regarding registration, please contact Jennie Lepore or Brian Nessen, or visit msosymposium.com.

MSO Symposium Releases 2023 Conference Agenda

Posted by

The MSO Symposium, an exclusive one-day conference created by and for multi-shop owners and operators and their industry partners, will be held in Las Vegas, Oct. 30, the Monday before SEMA/AAPEX. As is tradition, this annual program provides insight on critical topics to the leaders and executives of the industry’s most influential collision repair operators in North America and beyond.

The program begins at 9 a.m. PDT with a welcome breakfast and networking hour, sponsored by Original One Parts. This sets the stage for the symposium and provides attendees the chance to catch up with colleagues from around the industry and discuss opportunities with the vendors supporting the industry’s largest collision operations.

In addition to a uniquely informative agenda, featuring successful MSO Executives, Amazon, and economy experts, three additional networking opportunities are set aside during the event: a formal luncheon sponsored by PPG, a refreshment break sponsored by Axalta Coating Systems, and an exclusive industry reception from 5:15 – 7:00 p.m. sponsored by Sherwin-Williams. Below is an overview of the 2023 MSO Symposium timeline, agenda, and participating companies:

Monday, October 30, 2023
9:00–10:00 a.m.        Welcome Networking Hour & Breakfast
10:00–10:15 a.m.       Introductions and Overview
                                     Crash Champions
10:15–10:45 a.m.       Trends and Metrics Impacting the Repair
  Facility Market

                                      CCC Intelligent Solutions
10:45–11:15 a.m.        Consolidation 2023: The Big Consolidators and
  the Fast Track MSOs Chasing Them

                                       Focus Advisors
11:15–11:45 a.m.         Private Equity and Consolidation Trends
  Across the Collision Landscape

                                       Stifel Nicolaus Investment Banking
11:45–12:30 p.m.       Broken Narratives and Busted Bumpers –
  2024 Outlook for the Auto Repair Market

                                       Beacon Economics
12:30–1:45 p.m.         Formal Luncheon
1:45–2:30 p.m.          Panel Discussion: After the First Location-
  Challenges and Opportunities in Growing an MSO

                                      Collision Advice | Collision Leaders |
                                      Eustis Body Shop | Martin’s Body Shop | Midwest ADAS

2:30–3:00 p.m.         Beyond Consolidation
                                      Jeffries LLC
3:00–3:45 p.m.         Networking Break
3:45–4:30  p.m.         Panel Discussion: Evolving Scanning
  & Calibration Business Models

                                      ATE | Berkshire Hathaway | Caliber Collision |
                                      Gerber Collision & Glass | LaMettry’s Collision
4:30–5:15 p.m.          The Next Big Thing
                                     Amazon Web Services
5:15–7:00 p.m.           Industry Reception


For more information on agenda topics and speakers, you may visit www.msosymposium.com/agenda. To begin the online application process visit: msosymposium.com/register. Those interested in registering should be advised that attendance is limited to those who qualify to attend. This includes multi-shop operators of all sizes, insurers, OEMs, and single-location repair facilities with revenue exceeding $3 million in annual sales.  Limited attendance by equipment or service providers is still available. For additional information visit msosymposium.com or contact Jennie Lepore or Brian Nessen.

10th Annual MSO Symposium Announces Post-COVID Conference Format

Posted by

North Richland Hills, TX, June 14, 2021 – The Automotive Service Association is pleased to announce that the 2021 MSO Symposium will be taking place as a live and in-person event on Monday, November 1st at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, NV.

Over the past several weeks, the event’s advisory board meetings have made it clear that board members, executives from MSOs (multi-shop operators), and many others in the industry are looking forward to a face-to-face event and are making plans to attend the program in November.

The MSO Symposium is an annual collision industry event where repair facility executives from large, small, and regional MSOs come to gather with like-minded peers. The event holds discussions around relevant industry issues and reviews their likely impacts on the market. The 2020 event was held virtually over the course of a week and, for the first time ever, was made available to everyone in the industry. This year’s one-day program will return to its original format.

“We are grateful to be celebrating the tenth year of our MSO Symposium and delighted to be able to do it in person after this past year,” states Ray Fisher, President/Executive Director of the Automotive Service Association, host of the event. “The Advisory Panel has done a wonderful job putting together another great event and we are truly appreciative of their efforts.”

The event is scheduled to begin at 10 am PDT and will feature a unique line-up of presentations and panelists. Topics set to be covered include:
– Industry trends: including scanning, diagnostics, alternative fuel vehicles, etc.
– Insurance relations: including estimates, DRPs, FNOL, etc.
– Economic matters: related to national and global administrations, consolidations, post-pandemic influencers and more.
The one-day conference will conclude with an evening reception celebrating the event’s 10 year anniversary. Registration to this closed event will be made available in late June.

Additional announcements highlighting registration, session details, panel participants, and those involved in the event will be shared over the coming weeks and months. To stay informed about the MSO Symposium, sign up for our e-newsletter for event updates

Historically, this high-profile event generates significant interest and executive attendance. If you are interested in participating or sponsoring this event, please reach out to Jennie Lenk or Brian Nessen. Given the limited number of sponsorships available, we would encourage you to act now.

About Automotive Service Association
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) advances professionalism and excellence in the automotive repair industry through education, representation and member services. Our Washington, D.C., office – located just steps away from the U.S. Capitol, U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives office buildings – is ASA members’ link to the legislative and regulatory issues that are most relevant to automotive repair businesses.

ASA monitors issues at the state and federal level, identifying legislation and regulations most important to members. ASA’s D.C. office serves as an advocate on Capitol Hill and with federal agencies on behalf of independent repairers. ASA provides information and grassroots opportunities through its legislative website, TakingTheHill.com, and various association publications. ASA’s goal is to advance the plight of independent automotive repairers, protecting our members from legislation and regulations that may harm their businesses, and advancing those policies that make our members’ businesses stronger.