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The Big O Tires story begins back in 1962, just as Americas new love affair with the automobile was hitting high gear. The market for replacement tires was exploding, and independent tire dealers found themselves struggling to compete in the face of low prices offered by major tire manufacturers own company stores. Big Os founding fathers were a handful of progressive independent tire dealers who decided to band together to form a tire-buying cooperative so that they could secure volume pricing and keep their customers happy. Their concept worked. In the years that followed, The Big O Tires co-op evolved into a full-fledged franchise as it continued to find innovative ways to harness the power of the collective to benefit independent dealerships and their customers. Almost a half-decade later, Big O Tires has become North Americas largest retail tire franchisor, with over 400 independently-owned and operated locations in 20 states, providing customers with a broad range of automotive services in addition to quality tires, wheels and accessories. Big O has become an industry role model admired for its innovative approach to franchising and unmatched customer loyalty ratings. In 1996, Big O Tires joined forces with one of the largest and most respected tire marketers in the nation when it became part of the TBC Retail Group, an automotive retail network comprised of some 1,200 Big O Tires, Tire Kingdom, Merchants and NTB locations spanning 40 U.S. states. Big Os reach was broadened again in 2005, when TBC Corporation was acquired by Sumitomo Corporation of America, the largest wholly-owned subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sumitomo, one of the worlds leading traders of goods and services. As Big O Tires continues to thrive and adapt to an ever-changing marketplace, it remains rooted in its humble beginnings as a proud collective of independent dealers committed to putting its customers first.
After driving growth for my third VC-backed exit, Andrew Lee Miller (@andrewstartups) founded GrowthExpertz, a unique growth agency focused solely on helping tech startups in their first 12-24 months post-funding. Since 2016 weve helped over a dozen startups get to 8-9 figure valuation, several exits, and almost 100 total successful projects. We specialize in full-stack growth, handled remotely by expertz, for companies that have raised capital but still need help with marketing. We work in the background to strategize, launch and scale their organic and paid campaigns while they handle everything else. Some notable clients: www.datadistillr.com (raised $10m off of our work) www.canweapp.com (exited) www.withdouble.com (grew 30% in first 3 months) www.getemails.com (now retention.com doing $30m ARR) www.CrownDating.com (exit to Tinder/Match Group) www.denizen.io (BBVA Incubator) www.zedge.net (100m+ installs) www.different.com.au (now one of the largest startups in Australia) www.fly.com (300% increase in traffic in 12 months) www.openinvest.co (acquired by Chase) We are industry agnostic but often focus on SaaS, Fintech, Marketplace, Online Dating, Consumer Mobile Apps, and more. Email contact@growthexpertz.com or book a call at www.growthexpertz.com
OakStar Bank strives to prove each day that banking can and should be a joyful and fun experience. By creating a unique work culture that is rooted and cultivated throughout every aspect of the bank, OakStar team members love what they do, love the people they work with, and love serving the community. The banks commitment to their values and their culture has resulted in the creation of a uniquely new banking experience that is comfortable, warm, and completely relationship based… ultimately a place where customers look forward to going. OakStar Banks passion is to create a positive difference for its customers and leave a long-lasting legacy in the community.
Cabinetworks Group is a prominent manufacturer and distributor of kitchen and bath cabinets in the United States. As the largest privately held cabinetmaker in the country and the second-largest overall, the company boasts a diverse portfolio of cabinetry brands, including well-known names like KraftMaid, Medallion, Schuler, and Advanta. Their products cater to a wide range of consumers and price points, ensuring options for various needs. The company serves a broad customer base, including kitchen and bath showrooms, builders, architects, and specifiers for multi-family properties. With over 8,000 employees and 18 manufacturing facilities across 24 locations, Cabinetworks Group maintains a strong presence in the market. As a portfolio company of Platinum Equity, it is committed to growth and innovation in the cabinetry sector, while also offering various career opportunities and fostering a culture of community involvement.