Garmat 2015 Sharp Shooter contest winners named

Judging was based on the shop owner and paint tech's dedication to providing quality paint jobs, superior customer service, attention to safety and overall equipment knowledge. Additional questions included an inquiry on how Garmat could improve their Garmat experience with product improvements. 

One lucky winner, Valentin Perez, from Toyota of Dallas won a trip for two to SEMA 2015, Val was accompanied by his wife Maria.   In addition to the trip Val was awarded a SATA Jet 5000 HVLP Paint Gun, 3M back pack, Garmat Sharp Shooter cap, a Samsung tablet, $500 and a Sharp Shooter Award Certificate.

Five finalists were also awarded two Samsung Galaxy Wi-Fi tablets, (one for the contestant and one for the owner/manager), a 3M back pack, a Sharp Shooter hat, and a Sharp Shooter Award Certificate.  The top two finalists were each awarded SATA 5000 HVLP paint guns in addition to their prize package.

The Full List of 2015 Sharp Shooter Winners:

Grand Prize Winner

Toyota of Dallas
Dallas Texas
Painter: Valentine Perez
Manager: Bill Sorley
Distributor: Downdraft Systems

Finalists
David Maus Collision Center
Sanford, Fla
Painter: David Halving
Body Shop Manager: Anthony Villanueva   
Distributor: Filterworks USA
Additional award of a  SATA JET 5000 HVLP Spray Gun

Tom Gill Chevrolet
Florence, KY
Painter: Kristen Fankhauser
Body Shop Manager: Scott Yust
Distributor: Archer Equipment
Additional award of a  SATA JET 5000 HVLP Spray Gun

Mannes Collison
Holland, MI
Painter: Brian Johnson
Body Shop Manager: Scott Johnson
Distributor: Altra Products Inc.

Drive Collision
Freeland, MI 48623
Painter: Joel Searles
Body Manager: Tim Garchow
Distributor: Altra Products Inc.

Sheboygan Chevrolet
Sheboygan, WI
Painter: John Michaels
Body Shop Manager: Eric Wiegand
Distributor: Wakeman Equipment, Inc

"On behalf of Garmat USA, I would like to personally thank all of the contestants for taking the time to send in or post your applications," said Johan Huwaert, General Manager of Garmat USA, "Having the opportunity to hear your thoughts and suggestions about our paint booths is a priceless opportunity in helping us develop products that truly meet the needs of our customers."