Tag Archives: David Rohlfing

Next Victim: Rohlfing Follows First Mystery Novel with Prequel

Posted on August 13, 2021 by Rebecca Barnabi

A young woman is the victim this time in the second book of the Detective Sasha Frank Mysteries. “Cold Consequences” was released in late July and follows the death of a young woman who sustained an injury playing soccer in … Continue reading →

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Auto Glass Executive’s Second Act Includes Murder

Posted on January 8, 2021 by Emmariah Holcomb

After a long career in business and auto glass that gave David Rohlfing the opportunity to travel the continent, he decided to write his first novel, Deliberate Duplicity. Rohlfing’s debut novel, published on January 5, 2021, explores the twisted, vengeful … Continue reading →

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The Industry Weighs In On Oscar-Nominated “American Factory”

Posted on February 7, 2020 by Emmariah Holcomb

“American Factory,” a documentary which sparked a mix of reviews from the auto glass industry has been nominated for an Oscar. The awards ceremony will be held this weekend, but before you tune in to see how it fares, we … Continue reading →

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Karl Alberti Dies at 98

Posted on August 2, 2019 by Emmariah Holcomb

Auto glass industry legend Karl K. Alberti, died Sunday, July 28, 2019 in ProMedica Ebeid Hospice Residence in Ohio at the age of 98. After Alberti graduated from Libbey High School in 1938 he and his grandfather, Max Benkow, founded … Continue reading →

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Industry Members Honored and AGW in Full Swing

Posted on October 6, 2016 by Jenna Reed

Two industry members were honored with awards as Auto Glass Week is now in full swing. Today’s video takes a look at those award winners, the seminars, the David Robinson keynote—and of course the competitions. Suppliers were also on hand … Continue reading →

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AGSC, NWRA Present Annual Awards During Opening Session at Auto Glass Week™

Posted on October 5, 2016 by Jenna Reed

The Auto Glass Safety Council™ (AGSC) recognized David Rohlfing today with its annual Carl F. Tompkins Award for Excellence in Auto Glass Safety, while the National Windshield Repair Association (NWRA) honored Keith Beveridge with its annual Pioneer Award. Both awards … Continue reading →

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TODAY’S BLOG: The Opportunity to Listen (and Learn)

Posted on September 13, 2016 by Jenna Reed

“Over the last few months I’ve had the opportunity to listen to a number of amazing speakers at conferences. Each speaker had a great message tailored to the audience and each offered a look into their area of expertise; offering advice that was meaningful and relevant to the industry audience that was listening.” —David Rohlfing Continue reading →

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TODAY’S BLOG: 20 Years Ago

Posted on February 26, 2016 by Jenna Reed

“Twenty years ago today the United States subsidiary of Belron International Ltd. (Belron) operating under the trade name of Windshields America (WA) merged with Joe Kellman’s U.S. Auto Glass (USAG)/Globe Glass & Mirror (GG&M) companies to form a company named Vistar. The second and third largest automotive glass repair and replacement (AGRR) businesses merged on February 26, 1996. If memory serves me WA had 274 stores in 43 states and the retail arm of Kellman’s two companies, GG&M had approximately 200+ locations in maybe 20+ states. USAG was the network call center arm of the business covering all 50 states. The merger provided Belron with a majority shareholding in Vistar, but management control fell to USAG/GGA. WA had annualized sales at the time of approximately $225,000,000+ and USAG/GG&A had annualized sales were approximately $200,000,000+ so as one sales totaled $425,000,000+ with approximately 500 store locations.” —David Rohlfing Continue reading →

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TODAY’S BLOG: Credibility Leads to Success

Posted on November 18, 2015 by Jenna Reed

“It really doesn’t matter what it is you do in life, to find long-term success in your chosen field or business you have to have the skill set to adapt and find solutions to the problems you and your business face. To be able to continually build on successes and achieve goals that you’ve set for yourself, or those that your boss or board-of-directors have set for you and/or the business, is key to finding long-term success. That then earns you credibility.” —David Rohlfing Continue reading →

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Is This the Beginning of the End of the Giant Glass Brand?

Posted on November 12, 2015 by Jenna Reed

Three years after purchasing North Andover, Mass.-based Giant Glass Co., Safelite AutoGlass is moving to co-brand its name with the company. Prior to this, Giant Glass’ five locations continued to operate under the existing name, and Safelite rebranded its Falmouth, Mass., store into the Boston brand. Down the road could Safelite phase out the Giant Glass name and market the stores solely under the Safelite AutoGlass moniker? It wouldn’t be the first time, according to those in the industry. Continue reading →

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Fox News Contributor Backs Off Auto Glass Week™ Comment

Posted on October 27, 2015 by Jenna Reed

“Did anyone get jealous when Suzy [Welch] said she and Jack [Welch] went to that auto glass installer conference? I’m sorry but apparently I’m missing all of these really cool events,” Gary Smith said with apparent sarcasm on a recent Fox News show featuring Suzy Welch. Continue reading →

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Welch Panel Discussion Covers Personnel, Competition

Posted on October 5, 2015 by Casey Flores

What comes out of an industry leadership panel moderated by seasoned business veteran Suzy Welch? Wisdom on everything from personnel management to standing out among competitors. Continue reading →

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TODAY’S BLOG: An Encounter with Jack Welch

Posted on October 5, 2015 by Jenna Reed

“This past Friday, while attending an automotive aftermarket conference (Auto Glass Week 2015); the keynote speaker was business icon Jack Welch. Instead of giving a speech, he answered questions from the audience for almost an hour and a half. Jack Welch in person is what I expected him to be.” —David Rohlfing Continue reading →

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Learn from the Experts: How Vehicle Technology is Changing Your Business–Part 2

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Jenna Reed

Join us at Auto Glass Week™ 2015, September 30-October 2, and learn from the best in business. The three-day automotive glass industry event will be held at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center and Atlantis Casino Resort Spa in Reno, Nev. Continue reading →

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David Rohlfing Joins Consulting Collaborative as Managing Principal

Posted on October 1, 2014 by Jenna Reed

David Rohlfing has joined Consulting Collaborative as the managing principal of the Midwest office in Chicago. His business experience spans more than three decades ranging from managing his own company to ultimately merging it with a division of a Fortune 200 public company to holding executive and board positions in private, public and non-profit organizations, according to company officials. Continue reading →

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