Axalta Coating Systems : to Host Mike & Friends Collision Repair Industry Event in Chicago

Anderson, Ray Chew of CCC Information Services, Inc. and other guests will speak on a variety of topics including: positioning yourself in the collision repair industry, the latest trends in collision repair, the use of data to improve performance and new ways to incorporate technology into the workplace. Mike Jones, President of Discover Leadership, will also offer a leadership and motivational training session.

'As the owner of Collision Advice, I am truly appreciative of the partnership and relationship that I have with Axalta as we travel around the USA and share a message of encouragement with collision repairers on how to THRIVE and not just SURVIVE,' said Anderson. 'These are exciting times in the collision repair industry. We look forward to sharing with shops how OEM certifications and understanding data are key to their ability to achieve and maintain success.'

Mike & Friends will take place at the Crown Plaza Chicago O'Hare Hotel & Conference Center on Friday, June 17, from 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. and on Saturday, June 18, from 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. If you are interested in registering for the event, please contact your Axalta representative, distributor or email RPM-Admin@axaltacs.com.

Mike & Friends is part of Axalta's customer outreach program. Additional opportunities include business management systems, training center education, on-demand internet courses and more.

About Axalta Coating Systems - Celebrating 150 Years in the Coatings Industry

Axalta is a leading global company focused solely on coatings and providing customers with innovative, colorful, beautiful and sustainable solutions. From light OEM vehicles, commercial vehicles and refinish applications to electric motors, buildings and pipelines, our coatings are designed to prevent corrosion, increase productivity and enable the materials we coat to last longer. With 150 years of experience in the coatings industry, the approximately 12,800 people of Axalta continue to find ways to serve our more than 100,000 customers in 130 countries better every day with the finest coatings, application systems and technology. For more information visit axaltacoatingsystems.com and follow us @axalta on Twitter and on LinkedIn.

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