ABRA Auto Body & Glass Expands in Minnesota
29 August 2015 - 8:00AM
Business Wire
ABRA Auto Body & Glass, a leading national damaged vehicle
repair company, announced today it had expanded in Minnesota with
the acquisition of all six Lehman’s Garage locations. All locations
are within the Twin Cities metropolitan area. Details of the
transaction were not disclosed.
ABRA opened its first repair center in Fridley, Minnesota in
1984 and now operates 40 repair centers in the state. Its national
repair center count has grown to 318 in 23 states. The company
attributes the continued expansion success to its commitment to
operational excellence, resulting in exceptional customer
satisfaction ratings and industry leading operating metrics.
President and Chief Executive Officer of ABRA Auto Body &
Glass, Duane Rouse says the company looks forward to building on
the success of the long standing Lehman’s Garage brand. “Today’s
acquisition is particularly special for us as Lehman’s has been
serving the community for almost a century. The history, the
reputation, and the dedication of the company to providing
exceptional customer service and quality repairs is undeniable and
we are eager to carry that tradition of excellence forward.”
Former Chief Executive Officer of Lehman’s Garage, Karen
Cossette says it wasn’t unusual for potential buyers to show
interest in her company, but it was ABRA’s similarities that made
the difference. “We’ve been approached by many companies over the
years. We chose ABRA because their work ethics closely resemble
ours and we share like-minded values of integrity, employee talent,
and a commitment to customers. We’re proud to have them continue
the legacy we’ve built over the years.”
ABRA has its own long history as a collision repair provider of
choice in the Twin Cities metro and across the country. Executive
Vice President of Business Development at ABRA Auto Body &
Glass, Tim Adelmann says, “We have built outstanding partnerships
with insurance carriers and vehicle owners over the past thirty
plus years of serving the area. We are confident our partners will
continue to entrust us with their collision repair needs in each of
these newest locations.”
As it plans to continue expanding in the months and years ahead,
ABRA is actively seeking new opportunities to acquire repair
centers and integrate them into its industry-leading operating
system. Interested parties in major markets should contact Scott
Gerling, Vice President of Corporate Development
(sgerling@abraauto.com or 763.585.6210).
For franchise opportunities in small and midsize markets contact
Mark Wahlin, Vice President of Franchise Development/Relations
(mwahlin@abraauto.com or 763.585.6315).
ABRA is committed to conducting business based on responsible
business practices including implementation of environmentally
sustainable initiatives, health and safety, and a commitment to the
communities in which it serves.
About ABRA Auto Body & Glass
Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota,
ABRA is a leading provider of vehicle repair services specializing
in collision repair, paintless dent removal, and auto glass repair
and replacement. ABRA’s mission is to be the best auto body and
glass company in America by providing quality repairs, in a timely
manner, with friendly, helpful service. For more information about
ABRA visit www.abraauto.com
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ABRA Auto Body & GlassLaurie Janu,
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