As we look ahead to the promise of a new year, we also want to pause and reflect on one of the true highlights of 2025. During the Red Carpet Awards Night at the SEMA Show, SCRS had the privilege of recognizing outstanding individuals and organizations whose leadership, advocacy, and integrity continue to elevate the collision repair profession.

We are pleased to share that full videos of the presentations of these honors are now available on our YouTube channel, and we invite you to join us in celebrating these deserving recipients:

2025 March Taylor Kina'ole Award

Join us in recognizing Tim Ronak of AkzoNobel, who was honored for exemplifying the Hawaiian principle of Kina'ole - doing the right thing, in the right way, for the right reasons. This recognition reflects the values that March Taylor lived every day, and that continue to influence the culture of SCRS and our members. The award presentation was delivered by SCRS Executive Director, Aaron Schulenburg and SCRS Past Chairman, Barry Dorn.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/6QCIGCZZGVs?si=qoPBH2KhO2I2UDbg

National Lifetime Achievement Award

Please also help us celebrate Darrel Amberson of Quality Collision Group, recognized for decades of meaningful contributions that have strengthened and advanced our industry nationwide. The honor was presented by SCRS Immediate Past Chairman, Amber Alley and SCRS Past Chairman, Lou DiLisio, Jr.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/-jpfYEILPyE?si=T7id7_72KuNoyYww

SCRS Affiliate Association Award

Finally, we were proud to recognize the Washington Independent Collision Repair Association (WICRA) for their exemplary advocacy efforts on behalf of repair professionals in Washington State and beyond. The award was accepted by Justin Lewis, WICRA President, and Jeff Butler, WICRA Past President, and presented by SCRS Director at Large, Tony Adams and SCRS National Director, Andy Tylka.

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNjhaod_5-A

These award recipients embody the commitment, passion, and forward-thinking leadership that strengthen our profession and positively impact repairers, consumers, and communities across the country. We are grateful for their example, and for the contributions they each make every day.

Thank you for being part of SCRS. We look forward to continuing this important work together in the year ahead.