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NATIONAL FEATURE

NATIONAL FEATURE

CBIZ is the recommended insurance agency for Property & Casualty, Workers’ Compensation and Employee Benefits coverage for members of AASP-MN. CBIZ has developed a program designed specifically for members of the Alliance which includes:

Property & Casualty - CBIZ and United Fire Group created a policy with forms specific to the garage industry. There is special pricing for AASP-MN members and the opportunity to qualify for a dividend based on the group’s performance.

CBIZ and United Fire have made this program available to all the contracted United Fire agents in the state of Minnesota. If you or your agent want more information on how to gain access to the program, contact Rick Miller at (612) 810-3314.

If your garage operations don’t fit into UFG’s program (i.e., more than incidental towing or auto sales) we have other carriers that can protect your operations.

Workers’ Compensation – With over 20 competitive carriers including United Fire Group, CBIZ has the flexibility to offer you the best coverage at an affordable price. Contact Brad Schmid at (763) 549-2247 to get a quote before your policy renews.

CBIZ Payroll & HR Technology – CBIZ provides technology to effectively track time and attendance and pay your employees. CBIZ Payroll doesn't have contracts, earning your business each and every payroll. AASP-MN members receive a FREE assessment of your payroll/ HR processes by emailing or calling Carrie Hobrough at chobrough@cbiz.com or (651) 387-9168.

Employee Benefits - CBIZ, in conjunction with non-CBIZ Benefits planning professionals, offers a full line of employee benefits. They can customize employee benefit plans, focusing on the best coverages that fit budgets of large and small employers and their employees. Benefits include medical, dental, life, disability & voluntary employee paid benefits, such as AFLAC or Colonial Life.

Financial & Accounting – CBIZ is one of the nation’s top 10 accounting and financial services firms. They help their customers with Accounting & Taxes, Government Health Care Consulting, Financial Advisory, Valuation, Litigation Support, Risk & Advisory Services, Real Estate Advisory Services. Additional information can be viewed a cbiz.com.

Retirement plans – CBIZ Investment and Advisory services focuses on the administration and advisory of employer sponsored retirement plans, both 401(k) and 403(b). Areas of expertise include fiduciary governance, compliance, investments and participant communication/education. They work to create a retirement plan environment that will encourage financial wellbeing and best prepare employees for financial success in their retirement years. Contact Brian Winkels at bwinkels@ cbiz.com or (612) 436-4615.

Other than noted above, contact Brad Schmid at (763) 549-2247 or bschmid@cbiz.com to set up a point of contact at CBIZ.

AASP-MN MEMBER BENEFIT PROGRAMS

PROPERTY/LIABILITY AND WORKERS’ COMP INSURANCE

CBIZ

Contact: Brad Schmid 763-549-2247 / bschmid@cbiz.com CBIZ AIA and United Fire Group (UFG) have created a program for members that includes a special premium discount, exclusive coverage and potential safety group dividend. CBIZ AIA can present quotes from multiple carriers and, as an added bonus, offer members an exclusive 10% discount on their property/liability insurance premiums.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Business Planning Professionals

Contact: Dennis Begley 612-308-6577 / dennis@begley-group.com Business Planning Professionals will provide AASP-MN members with quotes from multiple carriers for life insurance, health insurance, long-term care and disability insurance.

EMPLOYEE VOLUNTARY BENEFITS

Colonial Life

Contact: Deb Ferrao 612-600-4135 / deb.ferrao@coloniallifesales.com or Tracy Bailey 612-801-0139 / tracy.coloniallife@gmail.com Dedicated representatives can help members transform their benefit package with competitive rates, value added services at no cost and complimentary legal document preparation service. Colonial Life has the tools and flexibility to create a plan to fit everyone’s needs.

UNIFORM & LINEN SUPPLIES

Aramark

Contact: Rick Krenz 612-616-5290 / krenz-richard@aramark.com Discounted pricing to members on rental of uniforms, entrance mats, shop rags, etc. Purchases are also discounted. Members receive annual rebate equal to 10% of their business with AmeriPride/Aramark each year.

CREDIT CARD PROCESSING

Association BankCard Services

Contact: Mac Hardin 952-933-2026 / mach@retailfinancialservices.biz Competitive rates for AASP-MN members. Terminals and printers sold at cost. Monthly rental of equipment is also available.

LEGAL CONSULTATION

Fryberger, Buchanan, Smith & Frederick

800-496-6789 Members receive free, over-the-phone legal assessment and consultation (some restrictions apply) with an attorney who specializes in the area of law that is the subject of the call. WEBSITE AND INTERNET MARKETING SOLUTIONS

Autoshop Solutions

Contact: Tony Mercury 919-267-1731 / tony@autoshopsolutions.com Autoshop Solutions has developed the most cutting-edge marketing platform for AASP members. Really Powerful Marketing (RPM) is an all-in-one program that bundles your website, pay-per-click, search engine optimization, social media, and much more! With five levels of RPM to match your budget, goals, and competition, it’s built to drive your shop forward!

REPAIR SHOP PRODUCTS/SERVICES DISCOUNTS

CARS COOPERATIVE

Contact: Stephenie Sheppard 405-547-4077 / membersupport@cars.coop Members receive discounts on a variety of products and services they use every day! From discounts on paint and rental cars to office supplies and phone services. Over 50 programs available!

INFORMATION PROVIDERS

Mitchell 1

Contact: Mitchell 1 Representative 888-724-6742 ext. 6986 Mitchell 1 offers AASP members a $10 per month discount on any eligible Mitchell 1 subscription.

Mitchell International

Contact: Mitchell International Representative 800-238-9111 AASP members receive $350 off Mitchell's MD-500 allin-one solution for scanning, calibration, estimating, and blueprinting.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION HOTLINE

IDENTIFIX

800-745-9649 Members enjoy a 20% annual savings on Direct-Hit and Direct-Help subscriptions, the industry's most reliable source for experience-based repair information.

CHECK GUARANTEE SERVICES

Certegy Check Services

877-520-2987 Discount rate of .75% to AASP-MN members. Use existing credit card terminal. Fast claim payments.

AUTO EMPLOYEE ASSESSMENT

Assessment Associates International

Contact: Nate Page 952-854-6551 / nate@aai-assessment.com Designed to help facilitate and enhance hiring decisions. AASP-MN members receive 50% off retail price, starting as low as $15 per assessment. BUSINESS FORMS/CALENDARS

AASP-MN

Contact: Jodi Pillsbury 612-623-1110 / jodi@aaspmn.org Discounted rates on printed business forms and calendars.

PAYROLL PROCESSING

CBIZ Payroll

Contact: Carrie Hobrough 612-436-4620 / chobrough@cbiz.com Members receive 20% discount off standard payroll products and services (excluding 401k).

SAFETY COMPLIANCE

Complete, Health, Environmental & Safety Services

Contact: Carol Keyes 651-481-9787 / carkey@chess-safety.com AASP-MN members receive a 20% discount on Safety Data Sheet Management (SDSLinks), Right to Know(RTK)/ Hazard Communication program customized for your facility and monthly safety reminders, and other safety, OSHA or environmental assistance.

LIVE-ONLINE & ON-DEMAND TECHNICAL TRAINING

AUTOMOTIVE SEMINARS

Contact: Tim Houghtaling 920-866-9813 / tim@automotiveseminars.com Discounted pricing to AASP-MN members on all liveonline events, as well as on-demand training videos. Automotive Seminars specializes in diagnostic training that provides automotive technicians with knowledge, testing techniques and data interpretation skills needed to diagnose today’s vehicles. The live-online events and ondemand training videos focus on automotive electronics and engine management systems and are written and created by some of the industry’s leading diagnostic technicians.

BUSINESS COACHING

180BIZ

540-833-2014 / info@180biz.com Members receive a 25% discount on Rick White's Pocket Business Genius subscription, offering independent auto shop owners fast access to actionable business advice from a leading industry expert.

SHOP SOFTWARE

Condition Now

888-868-5440 / conditionnow.com/body-shop A platform that allows shops to supplement the accident or damage information reported on Carfax and Autocheck vehicle history reports. Every AASP member receives a discounted inspection rate, allowing them to generate additional revenue from their retail and dealer customers.

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