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ABRA Auto Body & Glass One of 50 Fastest Growing Companies

3 November 1999

ABRA Auto Body & Glass One of 50 Fastest Growing Companies

    MINNEAPOLIS--Nov. 2, 1999--Minneapolis-based ABRA Auto Body & Glass was named one of Minnesota's "50 Fastest Growing Private Companies" by Twin Cities City Business magazine. Coming in at number 40, ABRA experienced an 89% increase in revenue from 1996 to 1998.
    "ABRA is delighted to receive this recognition," stated Rollie Benjamin, President and CEO of ABRA Auto Body & Glass. "Our fast growth is managed by significant investments in information technology, integration of acquisitions and a focus on organization and standardization. And, this incredible growth rate is due in a great part to the incredible talent and dedication of our team members. Without their commitment we would not have been able to experience such accelerated expansion."
    City Business bases its listings on companies with headquarters in Minnesota that published financial data for the past three years, had three consecutive years of revenue growth, and had at least $1,000,000 in 1996 revenue.
    When asked for his advice on the vehicle damage repair industry, Benjamin stated: "Do not underestimate the complexity of the business. There are usually two customers to service with each repair - the insurance carrier and the vehicle owner. And, no two repairs are alike."

    ABRA Auto Body & Glass is a national damaged vehicle repair company, specializing in collision repair, paintless dent repair, and auto glass repair and replacement. They currently operate 69 locations in 12 states, with plans for accelerated growth over the next several years by acquiring existing facilities and building new locations.