This year, the Southeast Collision Conference—co-hosted by the Carolinas Collision Association (CCA) and the Washington Metropolitan Auto Body Association (WMABA)—immediately follows the Collision Industry Conference (CIC) Q2 meeting. With over 50 vendors and a robust educational program covering critical topics from ADAS to AI, the conference is set to deliver valuable insights, networking opportunities and a glimpse into the future of collision repair.
More stories
Simplicity Growth Conference 2025
Simplicity Car Care will host its annual conference, bringing together members from more than 100 locations across Canada.
SEMA 2025
The SEMA Show returns as the automotive aftermarket industry's premier event, bringing together thousands of manufacturers, buyers, and enthusiasts
Rivian Third-Party Collision and Service Summit 2025
Rivian will host its annual Third-Party Collision and Service Summit, bringing together partners and members of its certified repair network.
CIECA CONNEX Conference 2025
Industry stakeholders will gather at the 2025 CIECA CONNEX Conference, themed "Insights to Innovation: The Future of Collision Industry Technology.
CARSTAR Canada Conference 2025
CARSTAR Canada will host its 2025 Annual Conference, themed "RISE," bringing together franchise partners and vendors for three days focused on oper
Episode 16: Driving Success Through Collaboration
Matt Ebert, Founder & CEO of Crash Champions, joins host Ryan Mandell to discuss the evolution of the collision industry. While addressing topics that include changes in claims frequency, vehicle complexity and shop profitability, they explore how increased collaboration between insurers and repairers is benefiting consumers. Matt also shares his journey from owning a single facility to a 650-location MSO along with his insights into why a partnership approach is essential to solving the technician shortage and ensuring the industry’s future success.