Nominations Open for 2026 Best Repair Planner/Estimator

Returning for its third year, this award program from FenderBender and ABRN highlights the talents of those careful repair planners who lift a shop's workflow to new heights.

March 16, 2026

This award program from FenderBender and ABRN celebrates those who have a sharp eye for detail, a commitment to quality work, and the know-how to plan intensive repairs. Nominate a deserving repair planner or estimator today! The award closes April 30.

FenderBender will judge finalists in partnership with Collision Advice. The winner will be featured in the September issue of FenderBender and receive a trip to the 2026 SEMA Show, where he or she will be presented with the award!

CLICK HERE TO NOMINATE TODAY!

The 2025 Best Repair Planner/Estimator is Will Barkley, production manager of K&M Collision in Hickory, North Carolina. Read his story here.

Nominations are open through April 30. Competition each year is always tight, so even if you've nominated or been nominated before, please try again! (Sorry, the award contest is not open to previous winners.)

For more information, visit fenderbender.com/awards.