Collision Auto Parts is proud to announce that Blake Kidwell has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective May 19th, 2025.

Blake brings a deep understanding of the automotive aftermarket industry, a passion for building high-performing teams, and a strong track record of delivering customer-focused growth. With over 15 years of commercial leadership experience, Blake is well-positioned to lead Collision Auto Parts into its next phase of operational excellence and expansion.

“Blake is a values-driven leader who knows how to inspire performance while building culture. His ability to connect strategy to execution is exactly what we need at this stage of our journey.”
— Lamar Horne, Managing Director, Palladium Heritage

“We’ve been impressed by Blake’s clarity of vision, commercial instincts, and hands-on leadership. He understands the nuances of this market and knows how to build for the long-term.”
— Ray Tsai, CTO & VP of Business Development, Collision Auto Parts

Please join us in congratulating Blake on his new role!

About Collision Auto Parts
Collision Auto Parts is a leading distributor of high-quality auto body parts and accessories for collision repair facilities. Offering over 90,000 SKUs with next-day delivery, Collision Auto Parts provides a wide range of certified and non-certified aftermarket parts, emphasizing quality, competitive pricing, and customer satisfaction.