Ryan Cropper

Ryan Cropper owns Able Body Shops, with two locations in Anchorage, Alaska, as well as Total Truck Accessory Center.

Finance

The aftermath of parting ways with a DRP

Feb. 2, 2018
So what happened after we dropped the program? I won’t lie: The first couple of months were very tough. Sales were down. But that’s what prompted us to make some of the changes...
Finance

Make sure an insurer's direct repair program is right for your business

Dec. 20, 2017
Back in 2011, we were in a program that was such a bad fit that I’d reached the point of actually wanting out of this industry. No joke, I genuinely would have given my shops ...
Finance

Use your CSI system to improve customer communication

Dec. 1, 2017
Whatever CSI system you use, remember to take advantage of it as a marketing tool. We regularly incorporate customer comments into our social media posts.
Finance

More expertise in shop layout should be on industry’s wish list

Oct. 20, 2017
Even if you’re not planning a new shop, you may be due for an overhaul of the layout of an existing shop.