ABRA Auto Body & Glass Expands Operations in Minnesota

July 18, 2014 - PRLog -- MINNEAPOLIS, MN – ABRA Auto Body & Glass, a leading national damaged vehicle repair company, announced the opening of its newest franchise repair center in Princeton, Minnesota.

ABRA is one of the largest and fastest growing multi shop repair operators in the country. The company now operates 48 independently-owned franchises and 182 company-owned locations for a total of 230 in 18 states.

The new ABRA repair center is located at 32018 125^th Street NW in Princeton,Minnesota, about 50 minutes north of downtown Minneapolis. It is the third ABRA franchise owned and operated by Kedrick Johnson and family.

“Opening the Princeton repair center is about meeting the demand of our customers in the community,” said Kedrick Johnson, owner of ABRA-Princeton. “We are delighted the market is thriving and look forward to offering top-quality collision repair services to the Princeton area now and for years to come.”

Mark Wahlin, ABRA’s Vice President of Franchise Development/Relations said, “We are dedicated to increasing our presence in the markets we serve. Opening the Princeton repair center is an opportunity to better serve our customers and insurance partners in Minnesota.”

Building on its increasing success, ABRA plans to continue expanding in the months and years ahead as part of its aggressive national growth strategy.  It is actively seeking new opportunities to acquire repair centers and integrate them into its industry-leading operating system. Interested parties in major markets should contact Scott Gerling, Vice President of Corporate Development (sgerling@abraauto.com  or 763.585.6210).

For franchise opportunities in small and midsize markets contact Mark Wahlin, Vice President of Franchise Development/Relations (mwahlin@abraauto.com or 763.585.6315).

ABRA is committed to conducting business based on responsible business practices including implementation of environmentally sustainable initiatives, health and safety, and a commitment to the communities in which they serve.

About ABRA Auto Body & Glass
Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, ABRA is a leading provider of vehicle repair services specializing in collision repair, paintless dent removal, and auto glass repair and replacement. ABRA’s mission is to be the best auto body and glass company in America by providing quality repairs, in a timely manner, with friendly, helpful service. For more information about ABRA visit www.abraauto.com

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