# AutoShop Answers Appoints David Nix Vice President of Training & Development

> AutoShop Answers appointed David Nix as Vice President of Training & Development to lead five technical training programs for independent repair shops in 2027.

- Published: 2026-11-10T19:43:16+00:00
- Section: Leadership
- Author: News Desk
- URL: https://newsforagent.com/news/2026-11-10/autoshop-answers-david-nix-training
- Source: [PR Newswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/autoshop-answers-welcomes-david-nix-as-vice-president-of-training--development-302935406.html)

## Key takeaways

- David Nix joined AutoShop Answers as Vice President of Training & Development, announced November 10, 2026.
- Nix will lead five technical training and support programs for 2027, including 10 to 15 live online sessions monthly.
- President Todd Westerlund said he hired Nix the next business day after learning he was available.

AutoShop Answers appointed David Nix as Vice President of Training & Development, the company announced November 10, 2026. Nix will lead five technical training and support programs for 2027. President Todd Westerlund said he hired Nix the next business day after learning he was available, according to [PR Newswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/autoshop-answers-welcomes-david-nix-as-vice-president-of-training--development-302935406.html).

## Nix's Five Training Programs For 2027

[AutoShop Answers](https://akta.pro/company-profiles/0007nsc/autoshop-answers) said Nix will develop and deliver five programs aimed at strengthening technician skills and improving diagnostic accuracy. The National Technician Lunch & Learn Program offers 10 to 15 live online technical training sessions monthly, with recordings available for continued learning. A National Automotive Technical Support Hotline gives shops direct access to expert help for challenging repairs and diagnostic problems.

Monthly Shop Coaching provides personalized technician assessments, development plans and ongoing coaching. A Six-Week Targeted Technician Training covers ASE certifications, diagnostic skills and career advancement. Onsite Automotive Technical Training delivers two-day, hands-on sessions directly to repair shops nationwide.

Westerlund said: "When I found out David Nix was a free agent, I hired him the very next business day. That's how strongly I believe in his talent, knowledge, and ability to make a difference in this industry." CEO and Founder Todd Hayes said bringing Nix on board "takes that commitment to an entirely new level." Nix said: "Teaching technicians has always been a passion of mine."

## AutoShop Answers' Training And Coaching Record

AutoShop Answers is a Houston-based coaching and training platform founded in 2015, according to akta.pro [company records](https://akta.pro/company-data). The records list a headcount range of 1-10 and a revenue estimate of $1 million-$5 million. The same records describe the company's Key-to-Key to Callbacks customer-retention methodology and its recurring one-to-one coaching and managed callbacks services.

## Earlier Leadership Appointments In 2026

AutoShop Answers appointed Eric Twiggs as Vice President of Member Services on August 31, 2026, PR Newswire reported; the company said he would focus on enhancing member experience and developing new initiatives. On July 13, 2026, PR Newswire reported the appointment of George Zeeks as Vice President of Growth & Development to lead national expansion efforts and oversee coaching, leadership development and member success programs. On October 7, 2026, PR Newswire reported the company's expanded 2027 Key2Key training calendar, adding Onsite Multi-Shop Training, a Women's-Only Weekend and a West Coast Class.

The company's technical training page is at AutoShop Answers' technical training page.

## Companies in this story

- [AutoShop Answers company profile](https://akta.pro/company-profiles/0007nsc/autoshop-answers) · website: https://www.autoshopanswers.com

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