Industry leaders representing collision repair businesses, OEMs, insurance carriers, related industry services and collision repair education are encouraged to apply by Sept. 24
Hoffman Estates, Ill.—The Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) is now accepting applications from qualified professionals interested in serving on its Board of Trustees.
Industry leaders representing collision repair businesses, OEMs, insurance carriers, related industry services and collision repair education are encouraged to apply by September 24 for the opportunity to help shape the Foundation’s strategic direction and strengthen the future of the collision repair industry.
“Serving on the Collision Repair Education Foundation Board of Trustees is an opportunity to make a lasting investment in our industry’s future,” says Brenda Hogen, Chair of CREF’s Board of Trustees. “Every decision we make ultimately supports students, educators and collision repair programs that are preparing the next generation of professionals.
“We encourage leaders from across the industry who are passionate about workforce development to consider joining us in advancing this important mission.”
CREF works to remove financial and resource barriers while helping schools develop the skilled workforce the industry depends on. Members of the Board of Trustees play a vital role in advancing that mission by providing strategic leadership, industry insight and governance that guide the Foundation’s long-term success and help fulfill its mission to remove barriers for students and connect them with rewarding career opportunities.
CREF will be accepting applications between August 25 and September 24. Assessments, interviews and committee selections will take place this fall with final candidates receiving Board approval in December.
Newly appointed Trustees will participate in orientation during the first quarter of 2027 and attend the Board of Trustees’ spring 2027 meeting as guests before their terms officially commence, immediately following that meeting.
Interested individuals are encouraged to review Board responsibilities and eligibility requirements, download the application here and submit by September 24.
Industry members interested in getting involved and supporting the Collision Repair Education Foundation’s efforts to assist high school and college collision repair training programs can Contact Us to learn about the many ways to get involved.
Monetary donations can be made online, or sign up for The Donation Exchange to easily provide in-kind resources that collision repair schools and students desperately need.
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