This year's Illinois pilot will serve as the foundation for a planned national rollout in the 2026–27 school year.
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The Hays, Kansas-based company and its network of S&W Supply stores will be rebranded following the transition to the family-owned distributor.
The 4th Annual NWACA event will bring collision professionals from across the region to Clover Park Technical College, May 1-2.
Headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, and founded more than 90 years ago, Grismer operates 28 locations across the Dayton, Columbus, and Cincinnati metro areas.
Additions build on an existing footprint of 25 locations in Nevada, adding five locations in North Las Vegas to strengthen coverage.
Hunter has invested more than $10 million to create expanded high-tech manufacturing and engineering space to support growth.
The April 26 meeting in Concord will feature important updates on association initiatives, member programs and key issues impacting the repair industry.

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