Nominations for the
2012 Most
Influential Women in the Collision Repair
Industry (MIW) awards are being accepted by
AkzoNobel Automotive & Aerospace Coatings
Americas.
AkzoNobel’s Most Influential Women (MIW) awards
program honors the contributions of exceptional
leaders who are having an impact on the industry
with their leadership, vision, commitment to
excellence, and willingness to give back to their
communities. Now in its 13th year, the MIW
program recognizes achievement while contributing to
the sustainability of success through a scholarship
program.
The MIW program has recognized more than 85
leaders who have influenced the collision repair
industry, including technicians, shop managers,
entrepreneurs, suppliers, association executives,
consultants, and industry advocates. The honorees
for 2012 will be announced on July 19 in San
Antonio, Texas.
“It is truly an honor to be recognized as one of a
group of extraordinary women who has given so much
to the industry and communities. Each individual’s
story and personal experience represents an
inspiration and a challenge, ” said Susanna Gotsch,
Director, Industry Analyst at CCC Information
Services, Inc., recognized as a MIW in 2011.
“Through the program, AkzoNobel demonstrates its
commitment to recognizing innovators and promoting
the industry.”
Each year, AkzoNobel contributes $25,000 to the I-
CAR Education Foundation MIW Scholarship Fund in
honor of the award recipients. This fund is used to
help provide scholarships to deserving students with
a desire to pursue a career in the collision repair
industry.
“Through the Most Influential Women in the Collision
Repair Industry Award, AkzoNobel and the Collision
Repair Education Foundation recognize the leaders
who are making essential contributions to our
industry today, while helping to prepare young
students to achieve their career dreams in the
future,” said Scott Kruger, Executive Director. “We
are honored to be a part of this scholarship program
that supports the advancement and sustainability of
our industry.”
Nominations can be made at www.sikkens.net and will be
accepted thru February 28, 2012.
