Leona Scott

When collision repair shop leaders talk about growth, the conversation often centers on hiring challenges, cycle time, customer satisfaction, and profitability. But beneath all those outcomes is something less flashy and far more foundational: standard op... See more

As advanced vehicle technologies continue to reshape repair procedures and liability considerations, a new certification pilot aims to change how technician competency is measured — moving beyond written exams to hands-on validation. Collin College is one... See more

As vehicle technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, the collision repair industry faces a clear reality: yesterday’s skills are no longer enough to ensure safe, proper repairs. Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), electrification, new materi... See more

The collision repair industry doesn’t suffer from a lack of workforce initiatives. It suffers from a lack of alignment. That’s the perspective of Dan Dutra, a partner at Collision Career Institute and a 50-year industry veteran who has seen the technician... See more

After more than 45 years in the collision repair industry, Larry Jaskowiak, body shop owner, still speaks about the business with the perspective of someone who remembers exactly where it all began. Larry entered the industry through Wyoming Technical Ins... See more