Keith’s automotive journey began when he was 12 years old. His dad was a diesel Mechanic and taught him mechanical repair skills. He started repairing lawn mowers and small engines for his mowing business, his neighbors, family and friends. By the time he graduated high school he had rebuilt engines and carburetors. He continued his growth by Working at an Amoco station where he performed all kinds of […]
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Brent is a seasoned leader and entrepreneur who has spent nearly three decades helping people grow-first in sales and business and now through coaching. With a background spanning top-performing automotive sales, finance leadership, and ownership of a successful automotive service company, he brings real world wisdom and clarity to every conversation. Known for his honest,
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Shawn Gilfillan is a New Jersey-born entrepreneur, shop owner, and leadership coach committed to transforming automotive businesses and the lives of the owners who run them. Starting his career getting his hands dirty in local shops, Shawn worked his way from technician to multi-location owner—building Automotive Magic and Magic Lube & Rubber into respected, people-centered
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Shane Edwards is the President of I-70 Auto Service, a trusted and family-owned automotive repair center proudly serving the Kansas City community since 1976. Under Shane’s leadership, I-70 Auto Service has continued to grow its reputation as one of the most respected repair facilities in the Kansas City metro area—recognized by customers and fellow shop
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Meet Mike McGroarty, an experienced auto care professional with over 35 years of expertise in the industry. He has worked in his family’s business from a young age and learned the tricks of the trade from his father. In 1982, he graduated from trade school and leased his own Shell auto care center. Mike’s dedication
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Meet Ron Tinner, owner of Sparks Tire & Auto and a coach at Repair Shop of Tomorrow. Ron’s passion for auto repair started at an early age when he worked with his grandfather, a mechanical wizard who could diagnose and repair any engine or motor. At 16, Ron began working for Firestone but soon realized
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Meet Roy Foster, owner of Roy Foster’s Automotive and a coach at Repair Shop of Tomorrow. Roy’s automotive repair business has been in operation since 1947, and he is committed to providing excellent service to his community. He has served on numerous groups and councils for both his community and industry, including the NAPA AutoCare
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My story starts with my father, Jess Adams, who began his career as a mechanic at Woolco. In 1968, he took his skills home, working under a shade tree to repair vehicles. By 1972, he left Woolco to pursue his passion full-time, officially founding Adams Garage, which stayed in its original location until 1995. As
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Joe’s journey in the automotive industry began in 1976 when he started working at his father’s business, I-70 Auto Service. Initially, he took on tasks such as pumping gas, cleaning the shop, and performing oil changes. As his experience grew, so did his responsibilities. In 1983, Joe took over the management of the business. Determined
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Dave Justice, the founder of Repair Shop of Tomorrow, has been a successful auto care dealer for over 35 years. Growing up in the family business, he learned the ins and outs of the industry at a young age. In 2001, he decided to leave the gasoline business and bought an old BP station with
