SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service’s Mike Guasch Awarded Franchisee of the Year by International Franchise Association
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo.– SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service®, automotive aftermarket repair facility and flagship brand of FullSpeed Automotive®, announces Mike Guasch has been awarded the International Franchise Association’s (IFA) prestigious Franchisee of the Year Award. He was honored at the 64th IFA Annual Convention in Phoenix, Ariz., for being an outstanding franchise establishment owner-operator.
The Franchisee of the Year Award recognizes leading franchise owners from IFA member brands whose outstanding performance and contributions help protect, enhance, and promote the franchise business model. Nominated by their parent company, individuals are selected for their involvement in their communities, embodying the entrepreneurial spirit, fostering a strong and healthy culture with their workforce, and assisting their fellow franchisees when called upon.
Mike and his wife, Ana, have been staples of the automotive industry and franchise system for over 30 years. In 1992, Mike joined SpeeDee's Corporate Offices and held various positions, including District Manager for California, Regional Manager for the West, and Vice President of Operations before he and Ana went on to purchase their own location in Modesto, Calif. in 2019.
“I am honored to receive the International Franchise Association's Franchisee of the Year Award,” said Mike. “It’s reflective of the dedication and hard work of our team in Modesto. This award motivates us to continue our commitment to excellence and service in the automotive industry, driving us to reach even greater heights in the years to come.”
Mike is known for fostering a positive work environment and implementing procedures to enhance employee loyalty and customer service through training and technology investments. In 2017, Mike spearheaded the launch of SpeeDee’s Total Trust Guarantee® Program, demonstrating his commitment to the brand. He is also active in NorCal’s Ad Committee, ensuring strategic marketing decisions benefit his fellow franchisees.
“Mike is a standout ambassador of the SpeeDee brand and has consistently been a force for positive change within the company,” said Ron Stilwell, President, FullSpeed Automotive. “His dedication to customer service and upholding company values make him an invaluable asset to our team, and he is extremely deserving of this recognition as Franchisee of the Year.”
There are approximately 806,000 franchised businesses across the U.S., providing over 8.7 million direct jobs and generating over $858 billion in economic output. According to Oxford Economics, franchising on average provides higher wages and better benefits than non-franchised businesses as well as greater entrepreneurial opportunities to minorities, women, veterans, and other underrepresented communities.
“Franchisees of the Year exemplify what franchising is all about – providing opportunity, serving others, and fulfilling the American Dream,” said Matthew Haller, President and CEO of the International Franchise Association. “We are proud to recognize Mike Guasch with the highest honor IFA awards to individual franchisees, and I have no doubt his work is changing lives and making a lasting community impact.”
When franchisees invest in FullSpeed Automotive brands, they’re investing in an organization with a strong culture, solid systems, and proven business models backed with a combined 80+ years of experience in providing quality car care in the industry. FullSpeed Automotive’s acquisition strategy has also played a key role in nationwide expansion and remains a strong business focal point for growth.
For more information on SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service,® visit speedeeoilfranchise.com, or call 800-364-0352.
About SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service®:
Founded in 1980, SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service is a franchise-based full-service automotive care company headquartered in Greenwood Village, CO. SpeeDee is a subsidiary of FullSpeed Automotive. There are more than 170 SpeeDee auto centers located throughout the United States and Mexico. In 2023, SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service was included in Entrepreneur’s prestigious Franchise 500 ranking for the fifth consecutive year. Alongside franchise accolades, SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service has been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as a Top Franchise for Veterans for the sixth year in a row, ranking #12. SpeeDee is also proud to have received the VetFran 5‐Star rating, demonstrating its extraordinary commitment to “provide access and opportunities in franchising to our Nation’s Veterans and their Spouses.” For more information, visit www.speedeeoilfranchise.com.
FullSpeed Automotive is among the nation’s largest franchisors and operators of automotive aftermarket repair facilities and home to flagship brands Grease Monkey, SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service, and Kwik Kar®. FullSpeed brands offer oil changes, tire sales and rotations, brake services, car washes, and other ancillary services through multiple brand formats that target several desirable segments of the service market. The company’s strategic geographic footprint of 900-plus franchised and company-owned locations provide density in high growth markets. FullSpeed is headquartered in Greenwood Village, CO. For more information, go to www.fullspeedautomotive.com.
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