In this episode of Curbside Chat, we dive into the biggest challenges facing collision repair shops today, such as workforce shortages, the rising complexity of modern vehicles, and ensuring profitability.
Join our host, Lorraine Sommerfeld, as she sits down with industry experts Greg Wing, director of strategic partnerships at Simplicity Car Care, and Jim Bethune, CFO, CARSTAR Manitoba, and president of Bethune Consulting Services. Together, they share real-world insights about consolidation, boosting profitability, and practical advice for shop owners looking to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving industry.
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Join Lorraine Sommerfeld, host of the Curbside Chat vodcast series, giving sector professionals a forum to talk about the issues important to the Canadian auto care industry with the people who make things happen!
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