Spanesi Adds Alex Stapleton as Customer Business Development Advisor

Spanesi Americas Adds Alex Stapleton to Team

Stapleton joins the Spanesi team as the newest customer business development advisor.

Spanesi Americas announced the addition of Alex Stapleton to the Spanesi team as the newest customer business development advisor.

Stapleton has been engaged in the collision repair industry for over a decade, including eight years of experience as the operator, repair planner and owner of a successful body shop. 

“Drawing upon his background in business management and marketing, Stapleton approaches the collision industry with a unique perspective: focusing not only on the technical aspects of repairs but also on opportunities to maximize profitability using industry-leading equipment, repair methods and marketing,” Spanesi said in a news release.  

By providing valuable insights and practical solutions, Stapleton aims to help fellow shop owners take full control of their businesses, ultimately driving increased efficiency and profitability, while limiting the shops’ liabilities.

“I have been an advocate for the Spanesi brand for the majority of my career, and when the opportunity presented itself to work with Spanesi to help grow their customers businesses, it felt like the perfect match,” Stapleton said. “I am thrilled to embark on this journey with the Spanesi family and look forward to working alongside Spanesi shops.”

“Alex’s business knowledge will allow all us to offer our customers some coaching on the front office side of the business, from repair planning and marketing to implementing standard operating procedures,” said Timothy Morgan, chief operating officer of Spanesi Americas. “Adding this new unique perspective to our offerings will make our customers’ businesses stronger.”

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