What’s New: In Brief (January 06, 2009)

David Huebel has joined Catlin Canada Inc. as its chief underwriting officer.Huebel will be responsible for the implementation and execution of the Catlin Group’s underwriting plan for all lines of business across Canada.He was most recently the president and CEO of GCAN.

Collision repairers, insurers, suppliers and service providers will gather for the Canadian Collision Industry Forum (CCIF)’s annual Toronto event on Jan. 24, 2009 at the Marriott Toronto Airport Hotel.The agenda will cover, among other topics, business issues linked to profitability and growth in today’s economy, insurance industry trends, issues related to towing and an update on CCIF’s initiative to attract more young people into collision repair.The early registration fee of $75 includes the meeting, breakfast, lunch and reception. After Jan. 16, the registration fee rises to $85, and to $95 for walk-ins on Jan. 24.Participants can register or gain more information at http://www.ccif.net.