Brian Manley of Colorado Named 2024 ASE Instructor of the Year

Brian Manley, an automotive instructor at Cherry Creek Innovation Campus in Centennial, Colorado, has been recognized as this year’s Byrl Shoemaker/ASE Education Foundation Instructor of the Year, according to a press release.

Manley was awarded a paid trip to the recent ASE Instructor Training Conference, where he was named Instructor of the Year during the opening session. He’ll be recognized once again on Nov. 20 at the ASE board of directors meeting in New Orleans as part of the annual ASE Service Professionals Recognition Awards.

An ASE Master Technician, Manley has helped schools become ASE accredited as an active evaluation team leader for the ASE Education Foundation and has helped compose ASE test questions. He’s also served as a member of the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation’s board of directors.

As an instructor, Manley has worked towards a 90% retention rate among his students, helping them gain internships with local auto shops and checking in with them after they graduate. He’s also made an effort to recruit more women into the automotive industry.

“Not only did Brian stand out as an exceptional instructor, but he is also committed to helping his students outside of the classroom, placing them in meaningful internships to help them excel in careers as automotive service professionals,” said ASE Education Foundation President Mike Coley.