Red Carpet Awards to celebrate this year’s industry achievements at SEMA

The Collision Industry Red Carpet Awards, known as one of the industry’s most anticipated annual celebrations, will take place Tuesday, Nov. 4 during the 2025 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. 

Jill Tuggle, Auto Body Association of Texas executive director, will emcee the event at  7:30 p.m. in a new venue the Resorts World Ballroom. It will follow the Collision Industry Conference (CIC), which runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the same location and a CIC reception that begins at 6 p.m. 

It remains free to attend through the support and participation of industry organizations and sponsors including BodyShop Business, CIC, the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF), I-CAR, and the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS). The award show is open to anyone in the industry. 

The event continues a tradition of honoring excellence, leadership and contributions across the collision repair industry.

“From industry veterans to rising stars, the Red Carpet Awards spotlight outstanding individuals and organizations shaping the future of collision repair,” a press release says. “Cocktail attire is encouraged, and seating is first-come, first-served—so attendees are encouraged to arrive as soon as the doors open and enjoy the full experience of this red-carpet affair.”

Last years event, which dates back to 2017, was emceed by Stacy Phillips Ronak of Radiant Writing. 

“Tonight, we will honor those who go above and beyond, who dedicate their skills and time to elevate our standards, and who serve as role models for their peers,” Phillips Ronak said during the event. “The awards represent more than just accolades; they are a testament to the hard work and determination that drives our industry forward.” 

The lineup of prestigious award presentations for this year’s event include: 

BodyShop Business

• • Single-Shop Executive of the Year Award
  • Multi-Shop Executive of the Year Award

Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA)

• • Electronic Commerce Company of the Year
  • Outstanding Contribution

CIC

• • Volunteer of the Year

CREF

• • Fueling the Future Award

FenderBender

• • FenderBender Award
  • Best Repair Planner/Estimator Award

Hall of Eagles

• • 2025 Hall of Eagles Induction

I-CAR

• • Jeff Silver Memorial Award (Platinum individual)
  • Russ Verona Memorial Award (Gold Class shop)
  • National Auto Body Council (NABC)
  • Changing and Saving Lives Award

SCRS

• • Moment of Respect
  • Affiliate Association Award
  • National Lifetime Achievement Award
  • 2025 March Taylor Kina’ole Award

Honoring Legacy: March Taylor Kina’ole Award 

SCRS annually presents the March Taylor Kina’ole Award to an industry member who exemplifies the Hawaiian principal of Kina’ole, which represents being “flawless” in the form of doing the right thing, in the right way, for the right reasons, the release says. 

“This award is our way of honoring those who reflect the principles March Taylor lived by and instilled in many of us around the SCRS table,” said SCRS Past Chairman Barry Dorn, in the release. “We have this opportunity to honor his legacy, and the light that he brought into our worlds, by seeing his reflection in other people who embody the same sense of purpose and leadership… people who prioritize doing the right things for their industry and the people around them, simply because it’s the right thing to do. It’s a privilege to continue this tradition and recognize someone who upholds those values.”

Previous Kina’ole Award recipients include:

• • Gary Wano, Jr. (GW and Son Auto Body)
  • Petra Schroeder (Collisionista)
  • John Norris (Collision Industry Information Assistance)
  • Toby Chess (Industry Educator)
  • Danny Gredinberg (Database Enhancement Gateway)
  • Kye Yeung (European Motor Car Works)
  • Mike Anderson (Collision Advice)

For more information about SCRS or to become a visit here, call 1-877-841-0660, or email [email protected].

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Feature image Jeff and Jordan Hendler hug while their SCRS family gathers around during the 2024 Red Carpert Awards Night on Nov. 5/RDN