How SEMA Supports Tire Shops and Small Businesses With Mike Spagnola of SEMA
Mike Spagnola is President and CEO of SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association), a leading trade organization in the automotive aftermarket industry. With over 50 years of hands-on experience in t...
28 Touko 202537min
From Food Service to Repair Shop Ownership With Nathan Rhodes of Total Automotive
Nathan Rhodes is the Owner of Total Automotive, an independent auto repair shop based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. With a background in machining and welding, Nathan’s passion for cars began as a teenag...
21 Touko 202525min
Right To Repair With Roy Littlefield IV, VP of Government Affairs for the Tire Industry Association
Roy Littlefield IV is the Vice President of Government Affairs for the Tire Industry Association. In his role, Roy leads advocacy efforts across state and federal levels to support independent tire an...
14 Touko 202523min
From One Shop to a Regional Auto Empire With Brian Bates of EAS Tire & Auto
Brian Bates is the President and Founder of EAS Tire & Auto, a growing chain of auto repair shops with 21 locations in the Denver metro area. After serving in the military, Brian entered the automotiv...
7 Touko 202537min
Building a Franchise Empire With Gus Herlong of Palmetto Garage Works
Gus Herlong is the CEO and Co-owner of Palmetto Garage Works, a multi-location auto service franchise group based in South Carolina. Starting with five distressed Midas stores in Columbia, he has grow...
30 Huhti 202536min
Racing, Risk, and Resilience With David Schardt of Forgeline Motorsports
David Schardt is the President and CEO of Forgeline Motorsports, a premier manufacturer of custom, lightweight forged wheels for high-performance and racing applications. In 1994, David co-founded For...
23 Huhti 202519min
One-Stop Tire and Accessories Shopping with Richard Balan, President of RTA
Richard Balan is the President of RTA Holdings, a company specializing in aftermarket vehicle outfitting, particularly commercial vehicles and off-road accessories. Notably, Raven Truck Accessories, u...
16 Huhti 202529min
A Unique Approach to Business Growth With John Teddy, CEO of Straightaway Tire & Auto
John Teddy is the Chief Executive Officer of Straightaway Tire & Auto, bringing over 15 years of leadership experience in consumer retail and services. Before joining Straightaway, he served as Vice P...
9 Huhti 202534min
