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Curbside Chat

Automotive Industries Association of Canada

Curbside Chat is a video podcast series that gives sector professionals a forum to talk about the issues important to the Canadian auto care industry with the people who make things happen.

business non-profit

All Episodes

28:12

Retention in focus: Sustaining Canada’s auto care...

Curbside Chat ·

2025/10/23

In this episode of Curbside Chat, host Lorraine Sommerfeld sits down with Chris Kinghorn, vice president of digital and sales enablement at UAP Inc., and Paul Prochilo, CEO of Simplicity Car Care. Together, they explore strategies for improving retention in Canada’s auto care sector, from empowering employees through digital transformation to fostering strong workplace cultures. Listeners will gain practical insights on reducing turnover, strengthening engagement, and building long-term caree...

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25:10

Mentorship at work: Building the future of auto care

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2025/09/24

In this episode of Curbside Chat, we explore the power of mentorship and its role in driving professional growth within the auto care sector. Host Lorraine Sommerfeld sits down with Stephanie Cooney-Mann, general manager at UAP Inc., and Trevor Jones, vice president of sales at Mevotech. Together, they discuss how mentorship helps cultivate future leaders, strengthen career paths, and support long-term success across the industry. Listeners will gain practical insights into building mea...

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29:01

The culture shift: Attracting the next generation to...

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2025/06/26

In this episode of Curbside Chat, we explore the challenges and best practices around attracting, recruiting, and retaining talent in Canada’s auto care sector. From navigating generational differences to building successful workplace cultures, we discuss how businesses can position themselves to attract top talent. Join our host, Lorraine Sommerfeld, as she sits down with industry experts Karim Mouldi, immigration specialist at Canari Recruitment International, Tony Kuczynski, presiden...

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33:34

Future-proofing collision repair: Strategies for success

Curbside Chat ·

2025/05/21

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 consoli...

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34:00

The road ahead: Top trends in the auto care sector

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2025/05/07

Gain valuable insights into the latest auto care industry trends and their impact on businesses in this episode of Curbside Chat. Hosted by Lorraine Sommerfeld, the discussion features industry leaders Bill Hanvey, CEO of Auto Care Association; Trevor Tennant, President of Piston Ring Service; and independent consultant Mathew Growden. Explore key topics such as artificial intelligence, global affairs, and consumer protection, and discover strategies for long-term success in an evolving...

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17:44

Trump, tariffs, and a new presidency: Impacts on...

Curbside Chat ·

2024/12/03

In this Curbside Chat episode, we dive into the impact of Trump-era policies on the Canadian auto care sector, such as tariffs and their potential effects on the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). We examine how these changes could reshape trade dynamics and impact the industry. Joining the conversation are Kate Harrison, vice chair at Summa Strategies, and Jean-François Champagne, CAE, president and CEO of AIA Canada. Hosted by Emily Holtby, vice president of government rela...

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41:16

Curbside Chat: The road ahead — Discussing the future...

Curbside Chat ·

2024/05/14

Join our host, Lorraine Sommerfeld, who discusses top auto care sector trends and what it means for the sectors' future with President and CEO of MEMA, Paul McCarthy, Brand President, Collision Group, of Driven Brands, Sabrina Thring, and Vice President of Strategy and Growth at UAP Inc., Chris Kinghorn. Watch the episode to gain new perspectives and insight on trends and challenges and how to ensure long-term business success in the industry. This episode was originally presented in-per...

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32:24

Curbside Chat | Navigating collision repair in Canada...

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2024/03/28

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30:04

Curbside Chat: The future of the collision sector in...

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2023/11/01

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22:15

Curbside Chat : Le droit à la réparation progresse au...

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2023/11/01

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25:50

Curbside Chat: The right to repair in the auto care...

Curbside Chat ·

2023/11/01

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22:33

Curbside Chat: Skilled labour training in today's...

Curbside Chat ·

2023/05/30

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14:24

Curbside Chat | Developing next generation leaders in...

Curbside Chat ·

2023/02/21

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32:50

Curbside Chat | Beyond COVID-19 and what's in store...

Curbside Chat ·

2022/07/14

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28:35

Curbside Chat | Rethinking the Aftermarket: EVs,...

Curbside Chat ·

2022/03/08

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22:20

Curbside Chat | Rising Up to the Challenge: How One...

Curbside Chat ·

2022/01/12

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38:46

Curbside Chat | Today's challenges, tomorrow's...

Curbside Chat ·

2021/09/30

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33:21

Curbside Chat | A North American perspective, trends...

Curbside Chat ·

2021/07/22

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18:48

Curbside Chat | The Importance of Diversifying and...

Curbside Chat ·

2021/06/08

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40:21

Curbside Chat | Consumer trends in the aftermarket...

Curbside Chat ·

2021/01/29

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