Beginning his automotive career as a Technician, Rick has held a variety of titles in the automotive industry over the last 30+ years, including positions in sales, training, training development, and management. With AkzoNobel since 1994, he and his team are responsible for maintaining and developing the many tools and educational components of AkzoNobel’s Acoat Selected Program for North America. Rick is a graduate of the University of North Florida and holds certificates from the University of Detroit Mercy and the University of Georgia.