Lindsey Gainer

One of the top independent MSOs in the country, CDE Collision Centers credits their success to surrounding themselves with the right people. Key Highlights CDE Collision Center expanded from a three-man shop to over 200 employees across 16 locations in Illinois and Indiana, emphasizing strategic growth and operational discipline.

“Slow is smooth, and smooth is fast.” It’s a saying every employee at Winner Automotive Group in Wilmington, Delaware, has gotten very accustomed to hearing from Body Shop Director Jon Sommers. And it’s the main reason, says Sommers, that an in-process checklist is so valuable to a collision business.

For generations, the owners of Flower Hill Auto Body, an independent MSO on Long Island, New York, have shared more than just a last name; they’ve shared an unwavering commitment to run a collision shop that “does right by everyone.” That simple mantra has built the customer base, impressive OEM portfolio, and loyal team on which Flower Hill has anchored its success for over 70 years.