Leeds West Groups
Keith Lundquist has extensive work experience in the retail industry. Keith currently serves as the Vice President of LW Midas Division Operations at Leeds West Groups since June 2021. Prior to this, they held various roles at Bridgestone Americas, including Area Manager, District Manager, Assistant District Manager, and Managing Partner. At Bridgestone, they demonstrated strong leadership skills and managed multiple stores, achieving impressive sales results and customer service excellence. Before joining Bridgestone, Keith worked at Sears Holdings Corporation as a Purchasing employee and Helpdesk Manager, and at Sears, Roebuck and Co. as an Automotive Manager. Overall, Keith Lundquist has a diverse background in the retail and automotive sectors.
Keith Lundquist attended the University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College from 1992 to 1994. During this time, they studied Computer Science. However, there is no information available regarding the degree obtained from the institution.
Leeds West Groups
Leeds West Groups (LWG) was founded in 2009 by current CEO and Board of Directors Member Judd Kyle Shader. Over the years LWG has grown to become one of the largest and most respected leaders in the franchise aftermarket automotive repair space. LWG is capitalized by direct PE and Family Office funds to acquire and manage Aftermarket Automotive Repair Franchise Brands within the continental United States. LWG has established itself as the only PE backed franchise group in the US to manage three unique Automotive Repair Franchised Brands (Midas, Big O Tires, and Speedee Oil). LWG operates on all three aftermarket automotive repair platforms; general repair, tire locations, and quick lube services. Locations: United States with over 120+ locations in 18 states Board of Directors Chairman: Joshua A. Weinreich (Board of Directors Member for E*Trade Financial NASDAQ: ETFC, Independent Director of Skybridge Capital Hedge Fund Portfolios, House Party, Inc., New Jersey Pandemic Relief Fund, Brrr, LLC) Board of Directors: Judd K. Shader (Founder, Chief Executive Officer LWG) David B. Smith, Jr, JD (Independent Board of Directors Member for Northern Trust Bank (NASDAQ: NTRS) and Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW)(NASDAQ: ITW) Benjamin M. Lefkowitz (Co-founder of Riverwood Properties, LLC) Markus Hockenson (Former CEO & Board of Directors Member at International Car Wash Group)