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Training Companies

American Gold Plating Equipment & Supply
Types of Training Offered: Gold Plating with Gold Plating Machine Purchase.
Length of Program(s): As Required
Training Contact: Dave Sheehan
Phone: 800/245-7450
Email: smcauto@dmci.net

Atlantic Pinstriping L.L.C.
Types of Training Offered: We offer two weeks of extensive training for franchises that covers virtually every aspects of owning an Atlantic Pinstriping Franchise. We also provide an operations manual that includes EEOC hiring guidelines, sexual harassment policies, the use of our patented tools, advanced paint pin striping application techniques, along with the daily operations of an Atlantic Pinstriping Franchise.
Length of Program(s): 2 weeks extensive course consisting of all aspects of franchise operations
Training Contact: Mike Montemurro
Phone: 800/314-0244
Email: staff@stripeco.com

Avery Dennison Graphics Division North America, Graphics University
Types of Training Offered: Graphics University offers a variety of classes geared to beginners as well as graphics veterans. These include introduction to digital printing, ink and surface protection, and also teach students how to apply pressure-sensitive vinyl to surfaces such as vehicles, fleets, and windows.
Length of Program(s): Beginner to intermediate programs last between 1 1/2 to 2 days, and customer sessions can be arranged.
Training Contact: Doug Sedivy
Phone: 440/358-2758
Email: graphics.university@averydennison.com

Burlington Graphics
Types of Training Offered: Customer Service/Sales.
Length of Program(s): Varies, we run a 1 1/2-hr. training session each week
Training Contact: Dale Poling
Phone: 262/554-8808, ext. 1128
Email: dale.poling@burlingtongraphics.com

C.R. Laurence Co.
Types of Training Offered: Video installation instructions in a generic form includes AutoPort, NewPort, and Genesis Sunroofs; Online resources for installing sunroofs for models 1989-2005 with forthcoming resources for installing sunroofs in 2006 models; Online resources for installing manual or Power-Sliders in models 1948-2005.
Training Contact: Mario Beltran
Phone: 800/421-6144, ext. 7781 or for general automotive ext. 7780
Email: mario_beltran@crlaurence.com

Clover Park Technical College
Types of Training Offered: Programs include: Automotive Upholstery & Glass Technician, Automotive Restoration & Customization-Finishing, Automotive Collision Technician.
Length of Program(s): Varies. Contact for more information.
Training Contact: Jerry Glasgow
Phone: 253/589-5624
Email: jerry.glasgow@cptc.edu
Website: www.cptc.edu

Coachtrim L.L.C.
Types of Training Offered: Coachtrim's Leather Workshops offer the trimmer training in the specialized art of leatherworking. Classes in 2 skill levels are offered. See our Web site for more details at www.coachtrim.net.
Length of Program(s): 2- and 4-day workshops
Training Contact: Johann Merkhofer
Phone: 203/743-6556
Email: coachtrim@optonline.net

DONMAR Enterprises
Types of Training Offered: Sunroof installation, business management.
Length of Program(s): Call for details
Training Contact: Marc Levinson
Email: info@donmar.com

E&G Classics, Inc.
Types of Training Offered: E&G offers sales and installation training for new distributor accounts. There is an initial inventory purchase and volume monthly minimums for E&G’s distributor program.
Training Contact: Jonathan Titman, National Sales Manager
Phone: 800/394-2774
Email: jtitman@egclassicsinc.com

Ener-Gard Energy Products Inc.
Types of Training Offered: Window Film (Automotive and Flat Glass Installation), Urethane (Paint Protection Film) Installation.
Length of Program(s): One day per product
Training Contact: Paula Hilson
Phone: 905/336-1188
Email: customerservice@ener-gard.com

Gibson Performance Corp.
Types of Training Offered: PowerPoint Presentation for Gibson Performance full Product line. Gibson PowerPoint Presentation is offered to all Gibson Performance Distributors. The PowerPoint presentation will cover Product line, Benefits, Horsepower and Torque, Warranty, Manuals, and Instructions.
Length of Program(s): 30-minute presentation
Training Contact: Danny Moniz, VP sales
Phone: 951/372-1220, ext.111
Email: Danny@gibsonperformance.com

Glass Technology
Types of Training Offered: Windshield repair, glass scratch removal and restoration, headlight restoration.
Length of Program(s): 1-day course per service
Training Contact: Rory Most
Phone: 800/441-4527
Email: gt@gtglass.com

Grote Industries
Types of Training Offered: A comprehensive training program titled "Grote Know-How." The program consists of several elements including: 1) 2 Self-Study training manuals titled “The Basics of Electricity and Vehicle Lighting” and “Vehicle Lighting Installation and Troubleshooting.” 2) Electrical Failure Shop Poster identifies the 9 Common Causes of Electrical failure. 3) Accessory toolbox. 4) Grote Technical Reference Guide, 40 pages of charts, technical reference materials, federal regulations, and performance specifications of Grote products. 5) Grote Ultra Blue Seal Harness System Design Guide. 6) Grote Specialty Seminars: Presentations from specially trained Grote personnel on the following topics: Emergency Lighting, LED Technology and Selection, Electrical Accessories, Obstacle Detection Systems, Fleet Maintenance Concerns, Federal Lighting Regulations.
Length of Program(s): Ongoing
Training Contact: Erin Szalkie
Phone: 812/265-8875
Email: erin.szalkie@grote.com
Website: www.grote.com

ITTCO Sales Co.
Types of Training Offered: Custom, easy- to-use Web-based appointment scheduling for the expediter and automotive dealer. Also, consulting for all facets of trim and restyling from shop to warehouse.
Length of Program(s): As needed
Training Contact: Neil A. Rosenberg
Phone: 631-737-6800 ext 290
Email: ittco@aol.com

Katzkin Leather, Inc.
Types of Training Offered: DVD-based training system and on-site or off-site support.
Length of Program(s): Varies by need
Training Contact: Ron Leslie
Phone: 404/386-3609
Email: ronl@katzkin.com

Keena’s Inc.
Types of Training Offered: Auto graphics vinyl and digital printing, freehand pinstriping, custom auto and cycle painting, standard auto and cycle painting, airbrushing and graphics, auto body repair and restoration, welding, and fabrication.
Length of Program(s): 3 days to one month
Training Contact: Dave Keena
Phone: 586/751-0190
Email: davek@keenas.com
Website: www.keenas.com

Kwicksilver Systems, L.L.C or simply Kwicksilver
Types of Training Offered: Wheel repairs, replacement, custom painting, and upgrades.
Training Contact: Jeff Smith
Phone: 540/675-3111 (direct dial)
Email: jeff@kwicksilverusa.com

M.A.R.S. International, Inc.
Types of Training Offered: Installation of Miracle Shield paint protection, spray-in bedliner, graphics and pinstriping, accent trim, wings and spoilers. Also, comprehensive dyeing, leather and vinyl repair, bumper repair, stain and odor removal, carpet and velour repairs, paint repairs, plastic repairs, glass etching, glass repair, and business development and marketing.
Length of Program(s): Two weeks training at M.A.R.S. International Training Institute and two weeks field training with a mentor.
Training Contact: Jayson Jones, Director of Training
Phone: 800/909-6277
Email: training@marsinternational.com
Website: www.marsinternational.com

Meguiar’s, Inc.
Types of Training Offered: Instructor lead and/or video-based training.
Length of Program(s): Many levels
Training Contact: Mike Pennington
Phone: 800/854-8073, ext. 140
Email: mpennington@meguiars.com

Mobile Enhancement Retailers Association (MERA)
Types of Training Offered: MERA KnowledgeFest-Mobile electronics installation, fabrication, sales, marketing, business management.
Length of Program(s): 60-min., 90-min., half-day, full-day, two-day
Training Contact: Andrea Danz, education coordinator
Phone: 800/Why-MERA (949-6372)
Email: info@merausa.org