Dave Shepherd, a seasoned industry executive, joined Advantage’s global team after spending 13 years as Regional Managing Director of Solera’s International Region, where he was directly responsible for accelerating the company’s reorganisation outside North America. Before Solera, Shepherd was an executive consultant for various collision repair brands, Thatcham Research, and the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI), where he’s credited with significant contribution and implementation of the Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) program across the UK.