Kaleidoscope, Summer 2014 diversity resulting from the international nature of the event. As trading conditions differ across national borders you can really see how processes are evolving in some countries, but for others there are economic and structural issues which are making their development extremely challenging. Whilst we all moan that our business is tough it is important to remember that it is in our hands to apply ourselves to the best of our abilities and sharing ideas and solutions is vital. This will allow our business and our industry to grow stronger.” “That is why I was so pleased to have the opportunity to speak at IBIS. Success is about sharing experiences and using these to help open up new opportunities. On stage you automatically draw a lot of attention and your ideas and project experiences can reach a large Audience. Awakening their interest, creating additional opportunities and possibilities all makes a difference – I am always keen to hear new ideas!” Stephan Salzer takes center stage “I am pleased Stephan Salzer has kindly agreed to share a few pointers from his thought provoking talk about the challenges and opportunities of successfully transferring a family run business, as well as giving a bodyshop manager’s view of IBIS and the benefits of industry partnerships.” Stephan Salzer takes center stage at IBIS Stephan is the current Managing Director of the salzer group, which is a family run bodyshop business based in Germany. Affectionately known as ‘salzer team’ it was founded more than 100 years ago in 1910 by Stephan’s great-grandfather, who started out as a house painter. Today the company specializes in accident repair with Stephan Salzer learning the craft of Coachbuilding at his father’s company. He received the ‘Master Craftsman Certificate’ in 1997 and now heads up the successful salzer group which has been a Sikkens customer through the generations. How does IBIS help your business and the industry? “It is an excellent platform for exchanging information and experiences. Important for meeting new contacts it is also nice to see familiar faces. I am interested in the ideas and visions of my industry colleagues and enjoy the cultural Impression IBIS Do you think IBIS will become more important in the future? “Yes, because exchanging knowledge across national boundaries is becoming more and more important. IBIS provides, as I have already said, a very good platform for this knowledge transfer. The conference plays an essential role in allowing us to engage with industry-related developments internationally. This makes a difference to properly assessing new challenges and making forwardlooking decisions.” What was the main message of your talk ‘Generation Change’? “It was about successfully completing a generational change in a bodyshop with confidence. Trust is essential Sikkens - Latest news 15 Pagina 14
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