Nominations Open for Russ Verona Memorial Award, Jeff Silver Award

Nominations Open For Russ Verona Memorial Award, Jeff Silver Award

Former I-CAR CEO Jeff Silver saw the need for industry recognition as one of the forefathers of the I-CAR Gold Class and Platinum Recognition programs. Once the Gold class program was launched, no one embraced it faster than Russ Verona, a mentor, friend and role model for the collision industry who owned and operated the first Gold Class business.

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I-CAR has opened up nominations for its Jeff Silver award and Russ Verona Memorial Award. 

Former I-CAR CEO Jeff Silver saw the need for industry recognition as one of the forefathers of the I-CAR Gold Class and Platinum Recognition programs. Once the Gold class program was launched, no one embraced it faster than Russ Verona, a mentor, friend and role model for the collision industry who owned and operated the first Gold Class business. 

I-CAR created the awards to honor their foresight, passion and dedication to the industry.

NOMINATE A SHOP OR YOUR SHOP 

To be nominated for the Russ Verona Memorial Award you must:

  • Holds a long-term I-CAR GOLD CLASSdesignation (defined as at least five consecutive years) 
  • Actively promotes the Gold Class designation, training and a positive image of the collision industry (locally or on a broader scale) 
  • Active in the local community and the industry 

NOMINATE A PLATINUM INDIVIDUAL OR YOURSELF 

The requirements for the JEFF SILVER award include:

  • Holds a long-term I-CAR PLATINUMdesignation (defined as at least five consecutive years) 
  • Trains beyond the minimum requirement to maintain the designation 
  • Actively promotes the Platinum designation (being active in the local community and the industry is a plus)

To nominate a shop or individual, click here.

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