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Collision Auto Parts Appoints Blake Kidwell as Chief Commercial Officer


Blake Kidwell, Collision Auto Parts

Hayward, CA — Collision Auto Parts, a leading supplier of automotive aftermarket collision repair components, has appointed Blake Kidwell as its new Chief Commercial Officer. In this role, Mr. Kidwell will lead the company’s sales and customer development strategies.

“We are excited to welcome Blake Kidwell to Collision Auto Parts as our Chief Commercial Officer,” said Raymond Tsai, CEO of Collision Auto Parts. “Blake brings extensive industry experience and a strategic vision that will be invaluable as we continue our growth. His track record of driving commercial success aligns perfectly with our goals, and we look forward to the impact he will make.”

With over a decade of executive leadership experience, Mr. Kidwell has previously held key roles, most recently as Vice President of Sales at Driven Brands, Inc., where he achieved consistent year-over-year growth through targeted marketing to B2B and B2C segments. He has also held successful leadership roles at the Take 5 Car Wash and 1-800 Radiator & A/C, where he contributed significantly to revenue growth.

Mr. Kidwell earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from San Diego State University. Mr. Kidwell states he is “thrilled to contribute to Collision Auto Parts growth through successful implementation and execution of simple and scalable sales processes.”

About Collision Auto Parts

Collision Auto Parts is a leading distributor of high-quality auto body parts and accessories for collision repair facilities. Offering over 90,000 SKUs with next-day delivery, Collision Auto Parts provides a wide range of certified and non-certified aftermarket parts, emphasizing quality, competitive pricing, and customer satisfaction.

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