Toronto, Ontario -- Talent, drive and dedication are the hallmarks of the next generation in collision repair. Through Collision Repair magazine’s 30 Under 40, we honor those who are making a difference in their shops, their communities and the industry at large. Each week, four honourees take the spotlight. In the weeks ahead, we’ll continue sharing nominees' stories online and in the pages of Collision Repair magazine.
Justin Klaprat, Boyd Autobody & Glass
With eight years in the collision repair industry—and just three of those as general manager—Justin Klaprat has already made a name for himself as a top performer at Boyd Autobody & Glass. Nomination by Trista Klyne highlights that Justin consistently exceeds sales and EBITDA budgets, “demonstrating exceptional leadership by exceeding expectations in his role”... read more
Daniel Trevisanutto, CARSTAR Thunder Bay
When Daniel Trevisanutto stepped into the bodyshop attached to his family’s Nissan dealership, he wasn’t chasing a dream—he was filling a gap. But that often-overlooked collision centre sparked something deeper: untapped potential, pride in craft, and a vision to transform the department into something truly exceptional… read more
Nicholas D’Alessandro, CSN Collision Centres
For Nicholas (Nick) D’Alessandro, business has always been part of his DNA—but it wasn’t until he tried other industries that he fully realized his place was in collision repair and his family’s business. Armed with a business degree and a supply chain master’s, Nick now excels in financial business planning at The CSN 427 Auto Group, driven by a desire to improve industry practices… read more
Maddie Cunningham, Fix Auto Sherwood Park
Maddie Cunningham’s auto body career is already marked by milestones—from acing her apprenticeship to using her earnings to purchase a home. A standout technician and ambassador for apprentices and women in trades, Maddie has been called “a true face of the auto body industry” and “a role model for the next generation entering the trade”... read more
