ABRA’s VP of Franchise Development and Operations, Mark Wahlin Announces Retirement
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ABRA’s VP of Franchise Development and Operations, Mark Wahlin Announces Retirement

February 01, 2023 // Franchising.com // Charlotte, NC - Former ABRA franchisee, and most recently, ABRA’s vice president of franchise services and operations, Mark Wahlin, announces his retirement.

Mark has been working in the collision repair industry for almost 50 years, where he has grown into an incredible leader and mentor. In December of 1987, Mark signed to be the first ABRA franchisee. From here, he kickstarted his business with an exceptional level of expertise and maintained that as he grew his operations to three locations. He then sold his locations to ABRA corporate in October of 1998. Recognizing Mark’s value, he was offered a position with ABRA’s corporate team where he has spent the last twenty-five years.

“Having been with this brand for many years, I have seen first-hand the success, challenges, and changes the ABRA family has gone through,” says Mark Wahlin, VP of franchise services and operations, ABRA. “Joining the ABRA franchise family was one of the best decisions I made. It has led me to many opportunities, and to my most recent position working with ABRA and the collective Driven Brands collision family. I am truly grateful for all of the experiences I have gained.”

Through his tenure with ABRA, he has enhanced the operational processes within the ABRA network, aided in the overall growth and success of this brand, built amazing relationships with our owners, and much more.

“Mark’s commitment to this brand and network of owners is unmatched,” said Chris Dawson, collision and paint president. “He has been an incredible leader throughout his entire career with ABRA and it’s demonstrated in the results of the business as it persevered through countless challenges, always coming out on top. I admire his determination and perseverance and wish him the best in his retirement.”

Wayne Kelly, most recently the VP of eastern operations for CARSTAR, will assume Mark’s role to serve as the VP of operations for ABRA. Wayne has a longstanding history with the ABRA franchise family, starting his career in the automotive industry working as a tech in one of Mark’s ABRA facilities. From here, he has grown in his career, demonstrating his expertise and will continue to aid in the support for the ABRA franchisees.

“I have loved every bit of my time working for the ABRA brand,” continued Wahlin.

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