Podcast The Collision Vision
Current Series: Evolution of OEM Certifications
Shop Credibility, Improving Quality, and Success with Mike Anderson
For this week's episode, we staring a new series on OEM certification. To kick off the OEM discussion, we have industry legend Mike Anderson returning to the show. Mike is the President and Owner of CollisionAdvice, Collision Industry Trainer, Consultant, Facilitator, and host of the new podcast "On The Road with Mike Anderson." Today, we’ll cover why shops should consider OEM certifications, how to choose the right ones, the steps to get certified, and how to maximize the value of those credentials. If you’re looking to strengthen your shop’s credibility, improve repair quality, and position yourself for long-term success in an evolving industry, this episode is for you. Let’s get started!
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This episode is sponsored by: asTech
asTech is dedicated to safety, precision and innovation in vehicle diagnostics. With industry-leading scanning and calibration solutions, asTech ensures every repair meets OEM standards, enhancing safety and customer satisfaction. Continuously testing and scanning new vehicles, asTech refines its technology to stay ahead of modern repair challenges. A tool stack covering 40+ brands and a network of 400+ ASE and I-CAR certified technicians provide fast, accurate diagnostics that maximize efficiency. asTech -- driven by precision, powered by safety.
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Watch host Cole Strandberg explain why The Collision Vision will be your new favorite podcast

As a principal with FOCUS Investment Banking's Automotive Aftermarket team, Cole Strandberg specializes in M&A and capital raising for companies in the collision repair industry. With a proven track record of more than 30 automotive transactions completed in recent years, Cole and his team are recognized leaders in collision repair investment banking. Cole's passion for the industry stems from his upbringing in a family business within the collision repair ecosystem. He holds a bachelor’s degree in managerial finance from the University of Mississippi and a master’s degree in entrepreneurship from the University of Florida Warrington College of Business.