Saskatoon, Saskatchewan — Kim Kos, general manager of CSN Kavia Auto Body has been named one of the Women’s Industry Network’s (WIN) Most Influential Women.
Kos was the only Canadian to grace this year’s list, which features ten women “who are extreme shining examples of opportunities in the collision sector.”
“I am grateful to be recognized for doing something that I love,” Kos told Collision Repair. “I am extremely passionate about the collision industry and I am excited for what the future holds. I am very lucky to work with strong women every day, and I hope this Women’s Industry Network recognition serves as encouragement for all young ladies to work hard and it will pay off. I am looking forward to mentoring young women coming into the industry!
“I am also thankful for the people that supported me on my journey: my family, Raj Kavia as my biggest mentor, my business partners, and the Kavia Auto Body Team. And a special thank you to John Santos for the nomination.”
Other women recognized include:
- Jennifer Boyer, director of strategy, customer service division, Ford Motor Company
- Kelly Broderick, global marketing manager, Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes
- Ashley Denison, chief information officer, Caliber Collision
- Sheryl Driggers, owner, Universal Collision
- Lisa Ferguson, regional office manager, Caliber Collision
- Shelly Jones, industry relationship coordinator, Ranken Technical College
- Sherry Lavoie, area leader, Moody’s Collision Centers
- DeLee Powell, owner and president, Baker’s Collision
- Tiffany Silva, owner, Accurate Auto Body
WIN’s 2021 MIW recipients will be celebrated at a gala held during WIN’s 2021 Annual Conference, a virtual event scheduled for May 4-5, 2021.
The MIW award was established in 1999 to recognize women whose leadership, vision and commitment to excellence have enriched the collision repair industry. With the addition of this year’s MIW winners, over 100 women have been recognized for their contributions to the collision repair industry. Winners are chosen by a panel of past MIW honorees, who review nominees and select award recipients based on established criteria, such as industry influence, professional accomplishments, mentorship and community service.
For more information about the Most Influential Women award, visit WIN’s website.
