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)

Automotive

Leeds West Groups

Judd Shader

Kelly McCrory

Keith Lundquist

Kathy Bray

Jonathan Rucker

Lydia Plourde

Peter Derschang

Christine Perry

Derek Wessels

The Leadership Team at Leeds West Groups is responsible for shaping the strategic direction and operational excellence of the company. Comprising senior executives, including the CEO and Vice Presidents across various divisions, the team focuses on driving growth, optimizing franchise management, and enhancing operational efficiencies across their automotive repair brands. They are pivotal in fostering a cohesive corporate culture and ensuring the company's vision aligns with its performance goals in the aftermarket automotive repair space.

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Operations Team

Finance and Accounting Team

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