Gain Traction

Jan 29 2025 160 ep. 25 mins 1

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The Gain Traction Podcast features top tire and auto repair professionals, shop owners, industry executives, and thought leaders.

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Revolutionizing Auto Repair Using AI With Linda Gray of Mastertech.ai

Jan 29 2025 25 mins

Linda Gray is Co-founder of Mastertech.ai, an innovative company that is leveraging the power of artificial intelligence to transform the auto repair industry. Linda brings a wealth of experience from her time at Microsoft, where she was a principal engineer and led teams on major products like Outlook, Teams, and Xbox Live. Now, Linda is applying her expertise to create cutting-ed

From Tires to Touchdowns With Jack Limbaugh, President of Jack’s OK Tire Service

Jan 22 2025 27 mins

Jack Limbaugh is President of Jack's OK Tire Service, a family-owned tire service business based in Algona, Iowa. Under his leadership, the company has expanded significantly, now operating multiple locations and providing exceptional customer service to agricultural and commercial customers. Jack is passionate about college football, with a rich family history of involvement in th

Rolling Into the Future: The East Bay Tire Legacy and Vision With Joseph Pehanick

Jan 08 2025 28 mins

Joseph Pehanick is the Co-owner and incoming CEO of East Bay Tire, a family-owned independent tire distributor and commercial service provider for over 75 years. Under his leadership, East Bay Tire has expanded its reach with multiple locations in California, Arizona, and Hawaii and has been recognized for its low employee turnover rates and robust community culture. With a backgro

Core Values Drive Success With Dave Christopher, Co-founder and Co-owner of Tread Partners

Jan 02 2025 24 mins

Dave Christopher is Co-founder and Co-owner of Tread Partners, a leading digital marketing agency specializing in tire and auto repair operations with locations spanning from five to hundreds. Under his leadership, Tread Partners’ success and reputation has flourished over the past 14 years. Dave grew up immersed in the automotive industry, as his father owned a repair shop — w

Revolutionizing Tire Service With Derek Naidoo, CEO of USA GoMobile

Dec 26 2024 23 mins

Derek Naidoo is the Founder and Owner of USA GoMobile, a company that offers convenient mobile tire, oil change, and battery services to customers at their preferred locations. Since its inception in 2018, GoMobile has expanded to 48 franchises, overcoming challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic and supply chain issues, and establishing a significant presence in the automotive ser

Transforming the Tire Industry With Ryan Ragan of Automotive Service & Tire Alliance

Dec 18 2024 29 mins

Ryan Ragan is the Executive Director of the Automotive Service & Tire Alliance, where he focuses on enhancing value to members through innovative programs and training in the tech and tire sectors. Under his leadership, ASTA aims to expand its reach with events and educational initiatives, fostering greater involvement from the tire industry in addition to its strong mechanical ser

[SEMA Series] At SEMA With Seth Glauberman, Jim Ring, Justin Rae, Brock Swentzel, Mike Graber, and Sonny McDonald

Dec 04 2024 17 mins

Seth Glauberman is the President of Malco Automotive. A fourth-generation member of the family company specializing in automotive detailing products, Seth has been with Malco Automotive for 20 years. The company focuses on professional-grade products, while also venturing into products for discerning do-it-yourselfers. Jim Ring is the Owner and Partner at Ringbrothers, a company kn

[SEMA Series] Roy Littlefield IV, Sam Felberbaum, Lance Bullock, Norris Marshall, and Michael Mathis

Nov 26 2024 17 mins

Roy Littlefield IV currently serves as Vice President of Government Affairs for the Tire Industry Association. He currently works on both state and federal legislation and has testified and submitted testimony on a variety of issues impacting the industry. Roy also helps to publish a variety of legislative newsletters for the Tire Industry Association. Sam Felberbaum is the Preside

[SEMA Series] Connecting Tire Leaders with Don Detore, Clint Young, Doug Kershaw, Melanie White, and Scott Bishop

Nov 20 2024 19 mins

Don Detore, Editor at Tire Business, oversees the daily editorial operations of Tire Business, the leading trade magazine for the tire industry published by Crain Communications. Don also has experience as a managing editor, adjunct professor, and executive editor. Clint Young, President and Chief Operating Officer at Point S Tire and Auto Service, has been with the company for alm

Focusing on Helping Independent Tire Dealers With Mike Burns of ITDG

Nov 13 2024 31 mins

Mike Burns is the Sales Director at Independent Tire Dealers Group, a company that supports independent tire dealers across the US by providing competitive buying power and networking opportunities. Under Mike's leadership, ITDG has achieved a 40% increase in locations over the past four years, expanding to 1,174 points of sale. Originally from New Jersey, Mike's career in the tire