Rockford / Illinois / United States
CRASH1 StoryIn 1997, Bill Wynkoop and Dave Replogle joined to create CRASH1 Collision Centers, in Rockford IL. In only a few short years, the union proved to be successful in growing their businesses together by dedication to quality and service. A few years later, Troy Gates from Madison, WI and Jim Keller from Milwaukee, WI joined forces with Bill, Dave and the Illinois locations, and formed the CRASH1 Collision Repair Network. The CRASH1 Networks primary objectives are:To improve the customer satisfaction and performance of our businesses through standard operating procedures.To be the market leader in effectively and efficiently processing auto collision repair claims.An auto body shop owner since 1981, Jim has been a successful multiple shop operator, franchisee and consolidator in the collision industry. Jim is a past chairman of the board of the national ASA ( Automotive Service Association ). Jim was named Body Shop Business Magazine 2003 Collision Repair Executive of the Year, and an inductee in the Collision Industry Hall of Eagles. Jim holds a degree in business from Cardinal Stritch University, and an AAM ( Accredited Automotive Manager ) degree from the AMI ( Automotive Management Institute ).A successful and nationally recognized collision business owner since 1984, Bill was awarded the Body Shop Development Group Best Curb Appeal Award for his design, construction, and operation of his Rockford IL CRASH1 Auto Rehab facility. Bill was a software consultant for 3M Auto Repair Management Systems, and served in the US Navy.Successful, multi-location collision repair business owner, who achieved significant growth through superior business practices. Troy is President of Gates Business Solutions and Gates Auto Body. Troy attended the University of Wisconsin.CRASH1 CommitmentCRASH1 Network members operate professional, independently owned collision centers that are committed to:Being the preferred auto body shops in Chicago, Madison, Milwaukee and the rest our market areas by striving to constantly improve our collision repair process through best practices, high levels of management, technical training, and meeting the high standards of CRASH1 NetworkCRASH1 auto body locations retain all of the appropriate state, federal and municipal licenses and permits required to operate, to include the following:
