About this episode

AJ DeBuono shares his journey from military service to becoming a successful multi-shop auto repair owner.

Thanks to our Partners, NAPA Auto Care and NAPA TRACS Watch Full Video Episode What does it take to grow from a single auto repair shop to six locations in less than a decade? Host Carm Capriotto sits down with AJ DeBuono to discuss his journey from serving as a U.S. Marine in Iraq and Afghanistan to becoming a successful multi-shop operator. AJ shares the lessons learned through rapid growth, the acquisition strategy that has fueled his expansion, and how military discipline, financial discipline, and a commitment to people have shaped his leadership approach. Rather than buying struggling businesses and attempting turnarounds, AJ focuses on acquiring profitable shops with untapped potential. What You'll Learn How AJ leveraged SBA veteran loan programs to purchase and expand his first auto repair business Why he prefers acquiring profitable shops instead of distressed operations The key performance indicators he targets to quickly improve profitability How military leadership principles influence his management style and business decisions The importance of creating career advancement opportunities through expansion Lessons learned from growing too quickly and navigating…

People in this episode

Host: Carm Capriotto

Guest: AJ DeBuono

Topics covered

• auto repair
• business growth
• military discipline
• leadership
• acquisition strategy
• career advancement

Keywords

• auto repair
• multi-shop operator
• SBA veteran loan
• profitability
• leadership principles
• business expansion

Sponsors

NAPA Auto Care, NAPA TRACS

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Iraq, Afghanistan

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