I-CAR accepting application for 3 open 2026 Board of Directors seats

I-CAR is now accepting applications for its 2026 Board of Directors election through June 2.

“Strong governance is vitally important to the future of I-CAR and the industry we serve,” said I-CAR President and CEO Kyle Thompson in a May 1 press release. “We invite experienced, mission-driven leaders to consider bringing their perspective to the I-CAR Board of Directors and hope to be in the fortunate position of providing our voting members with a strong slate of diverse candidates.”

Board members serve three-year terms and play a critical role in guiding I-CAR’s strategic direction, the release states.

“The board is committed to advancing strategies that realize its vision of ensuring every person in the collision repair industry has the information, knowledge, and skills required to perform complete, safe, and quality repairs,” the release states. “The board seeks a slate of candidates that reflects diversity and a broad range of industry perspectives. Candidates should demonstrate proven leadership, industry influence, and a strong understanding of and commitment to I-CAR’s mission and inter-industry model.”

The following seats are open for the 2026 election cycle:

• • OEM
  • Related Industry Services
  • Equipment, Tool, and Supply

Those who are interested in running for election and meet the criteria can review I-CAR’s Board Candidate Information and Application Packet for complete details on board service and the nominations process.

For more information and to apply, click here.

June 2 is the deadline for candidate application submissions. I-CAR says all qualified candidates will be considered. Also in June, eligible candidates are notified, assessed, and interviewed by the Nominating Committee, and then evaluations are complete.

In August, the Nominating Committee’s recommendations are approved by the Board of Directors, and final candidates are approved.

In September, the list of candidates is distributed to regular I-CAR members for review, and a 30-day period for alternative candidate submissions begins.

In October, an electronic member vote is taken. There is a 20-day voting window if no alternate candidate is submitted.

In December, the election is finalized, followed by an in-person board orientation in Chicago. The new board term officially begins in December at the I-CAR Board of Directors meeting, also held in Chicago.

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