Gain Traction

Updated: 19 Feb 2025 • 164 episodes
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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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Ryan Thueson is the Owner of Clair and Dee's Tire, a family-owned business in Rexburg, Idaho, specializing in tire services and auto repair as part of the Point S network. Clair and Dee's Tire has expanded from a single store to five locations in the past three years, showcasing its growth and dedication to customer se

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Jim Richards is the National Co-op Recruitment Manager at Point S, travelling extensively throughout the US to meet with independent tire dealers with the goal of educating them on the benefits of joining Point S — increased buying power and support from a national network. Mickie Segotta is the Owner of Point S Americ

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Dustin Dobbs is the President of Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers, a family-owned business headquartered in St. Louis. Under his leadership, Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers has expanded to over 50 locations across Missouri, Illinois, and Texas. Dustin was immersed in the family business from a young age, instilling in him a strong

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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

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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 c

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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 empl

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