TBC Corp. has named Gary Skidmore senior vice president and general manager for its Big O Tires franchise business, succeeding Brian Maciak.
"In his new role, Skidmore will continue to focus on driving value and creating new opportunities for the iconic Big O brand," say TBC officials.
"Skidmore started his career in the automotive industry nearly 38 years ago, as a tire changer, in a Big O store his family owned. Skidmore is a second generation in the Big O Tires franchisee family, and his father, Bill Skidmore, is a member of the Big O Tires Hall of Fame.
"Skidmore has been with TBC Corporation for 20 years in various leadership roles and most recently served as divisional vice president, Big O Tires East.
"Skidmore’s storied history and vast experience in the organization position him perfectly to take the Big O Tires brand to the next level."
"Gary's collaborative leadership style and extensive and considerable knowledge of our franchisees and business experiences in the field will help ensure further growth and success of Big O Tires," says Sam Kato, president and CEO, TBC.
"TBC, as a franchisor, is committed to keeping Big O franchisees moving on the road ahead, as Big O Tires is an indispensable part of TBC’s sustainable growth strategy."
There are more than 470 Big O locations in the western and midwestern regions of the U.S.
