AkzoNobel schedules performance group meeting in New Orleans

AkzoNobel will host an estimated 200 attendees representing businesses from repair and distribution, Feb. 23 to 25 in New Orleans, at the AkzoNobel Acoat selected Winter National Performance Group. The meeting marks the 35th semi-annual gathering and is the first of two NPG events annually hosted by the company.

Attendees will participate in an extensive offering of classes designed to promote practices intended to perpetuate sustainable business models. The curriculum will address industry trends, technology and leadership training. Featured keynote speaker for the event will be Kim Hazelbaker, Senior Vice President at Highway Loss Data Institute. He will speak on how advances in technology and safety are affecting vehicle reparability. Other speakers will be Erica Eversman Chief Council for J.D. Vehicle Information Systems and Steve Marks, Industry Support Manager with I-CAR.

“For over 25 years Acoat selected has contributed to the advancement of the collision repair industry by raising awareness, sharing knowledge and crafting solutions to critical industry issues. Sustainable business practices are rapidly moving from a perceived need to an absolute business requirement. The cause of making sustainability real and achievable for the collision repair industry is occurring today. Achieving this goal will be a key focus for future initiatives of AkzoNobel,” noted Mike Sillay, North American Services Manager for AkzoNobel Automotive & Aerospace Coatings Americas.

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