COLLISION REPAIR & REFINISH
REPAIRER DRIVEN EDUCATION AT THE SEMA SHOW
SCRS SET TO PRESENT AN EXCITING MIX OF SEMINARS, NETWORKING AND AWARDS EVENTS IN LAS VEGAS
BY LURAH LOWERY, REPAIRER DRIVEN NEWS
Attendees to the 2024 SEMA Show have the opportunity to participate in—and learn from—an information-packed education series from the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS), plus the chance to participate in a variety of specific events specifically focused on the collision-repair industry.
This year marks the 15th season of SCRS’ acclaimed Repairer Driven Education (RDE) series. It was launched during the 2010 SEMA Show as part of a new affiliation between the associations, in response to the expressed interest of SCRS members to grow the paint, body and equipment sector’s participation at the Show.
The educational program—and the collision repair and refinish industry—have since established themselves as key mainstays of the annual tradeonly event.
“SCRS’ longstanding mission surrounding our collaboration with SEMA has always been focused around our mission to educate, inform and represent the collision-repair professional,” said SCRS Executive Director Aaron Schulenburg. “I’ve said it repeatedly over the years, but this Show in particular provides so much excitement and stimulation for our members and the industry. There is no better place to explore possibilities and to regain an appreciation for what an amazing field we work in.”
Every year, SCRS strives to provide perspectives and information from industry veterans alongside new, first-time event speakers. Classroom sessions will be held in the Education Hallway in Upper South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center on Tuesday and Wednesday of the Show.
>>SCRS’ acclaimed Repairer Driven Education (RDE) series was launched in partnership with SEMA at the 2010 Show to meet the growing needs of paint, body and equipment professionals.
>>In addition to its popular and well-attended seminars, SCRS also hosts a number of awards and networking events focused on the collision-repair industry.
>>SCRS Executive Director Aaron Schulenburg
WHERE IDEAS COLLIDE
Wednesday will also feature SCRS’ IDEAS Collide Showcase; a one-of-a-kind event featuring multiple fast-paced presentations designed to stimulate thought, innovation and resolution of business challenges with thought leaders from and in the industry.
In addition, three 2024 OEM Summit Sessions will be held on Thursday, November 7, from 12:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. The summit is designed to put collision- repair businesses in a room with innovators in automotive structural design and technology. Each session will focus on emerging trends and collision industry preparation for modern vehicle repairability.
SCRS also participates in, hosts or helps coordinate a wide variety of industry events in conjunction with the SEMA Show, and some of the collisionrepair industry’s most prestigious awards and recognitions will be given during the Collision Industry Red Carpet Awards event on Tuesday, November 5, at 7:30 p.m. at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino.
For more details about SCRS activities and register online for Repairer Driven Education, visit semashow.com.
I-CAR GEARS UP FOR THE 2024 SEMA SHOW
KNOWN FOR ITS COMMITMENT TO COLLISIONREPAIR EXCELLENCE, THE ORGANIZATION AIMS TO EMPOWER INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS
BY ELIZABETH PROSSER, I-CAR
I-CAR (the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair), renowned as a leading provider of credentialing powered by educational programming, technical resources, technical advisory services and talent attraction and retention solutions for the automotive collision-repair industry, is poised to make a significant impact at the 2024 SEMA Show. As a pre-eminent event for the automotive aftermarket, the Show offers the perfect stage for I-CAR to demonstrate its dedication to empowering collision-repair professionals and advancing the industry.
With a robust 15-year history of participation, I-CAR has become an indispensable resource for the collision-repair community. The organization’s steadfast dedication to supporting industry professionals is reflected in its comprehensive range of offerings, including talent development programs, educational initiatives, technical information, and industry-leading technical services.
I-CAR’s “I Count on I-CAR” campaign highlights the organization’s commitment to delivering exceptional value to both industry stakeholders and consumers. As a leading not-for-profit organization, I-CAR is dedicated to enhancing the quality and efficiency of automotive collision repair through innovative education, training and technical resources.
>Left: Attendees can visit the I-CAR booth #33139 in the Show’s Upper South Hall to learn more about the organization’s education opportunities and activities.
>Right: I-CAR’s MIG Welding Technologies & Applications seminar explores advanced techniques and emerging best practices in collision repair welding.
LEARNING PROGRAMS
At the 2024 SEMA Show, I-CAR will present a series of specialized courses designed to advance professional skills and knowledge. These in-person learning opportunities include the MIG Welding Technology & Applications, Electric Vehicle (EV) Overview & Considerations, and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Overview & Considerations courses. (Visit semashow.com for details.)
The SEMA Show Collision Repair and Refinish Stage will be a dynamic center for engagement and interaction. I-CAR subject-matter experts will deliver informative presentations and panel discussions throughout each day on crucial industry topics, emerging trends and the future of collision repair. Attendees will have the chance to engage with these experts through interactive Q&A sessions, enhancing their understanding of key issues.
Additionally, hands-on welding demonstrations will be conducted by experienced welding experts. These practical sessions are designed to showcase advanced welding techniques and offer interactive learning experiences.
FORGING CONNECTIONS
To fully experience I-CAR’s offerings at the SEMA Show, visit booth #33139 in the Upper South Hall. Explore new initiatives like I-CAR Academy, a comprehensive training program for entry-level technicians, and discover enhancements to the myICAR digital platform, featuring the latest tools and resources for professional development.
