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Sacramento, CA - October 21, 2026
Trent Courtney of Frank’s Auto Service & Repair has been appointed to CAWA’s Board of Directors representing the Automotive Service Councils of California. During the appointment process, Dan Hanson, II of Blue Streak Electronics and Chair of the 2026 Board of Directors, commented: “I am looking forward to Mr. Courtney’s perspective and contributions to the Association. He represents CAWA reaching out to the repair and service segment of the industry to be in a leadership position with the Association. We appreciate his willingness to make a commitment to the industry and its automotive parts trade association out West in assisting CAWA achieve its goals as an effective and valuable automotive care industry organization,” continued Hanson.
Mr. Courtney began his automotive career in 2001 in his hometown of Charlotte, North Carolina. Starting as an entry-level technician, he progressed through service advising, management, and business operations, developing a well-rounded understanding of the automotive aftermarket. In 2017, he joined Frank’s Auto Service & Repair, Inc. in Walnut Creek, California, becoming an owner in 2022. Today, he leads the independent repair facility, which has proudly served its community since 1958.
Mr. Courtney is actively involved in the automotive aftermarket, serving in leadership roles with the Automotive Service Councils of California (ASCCA), as a trustee of the Automotive Service Councils Educational Foundation (ASCEF), and on the Pronto Network Service Center Advisory Board. He is passionate about supporting independent repair businesses, advancing industry education, developing future automotive professionals, and elevating the standards and professional recognition of the automotive service industry.
Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, traveling, golfing, and following his favorite sports teams.
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