10/24/2025
Have you noticed a growing trend among top automotive coaches? Many who once sold their shops to focus on coaching are now diving back into ownership and changing the game in the process.
Join three coaches turned shop owners (again!): Chris Cotton, Clint White, and Brian Gillis. Each of these leaders has helped countless shop owners succeed, and now they’re back in the trenches, putting their own advice to the test.
This dynamic discussion will uncover what’s driving this return to ownership, how it’s reshaping their coaching philosophies, and what lessons you can apply to your own business.
What You’ll Learn
1. The Coach’s Motivation
Why would successful coaches re-enter the world of shop ownership? Learn how staying relevant in a fast changing industry, avoiding stagnation, and building diverse income streams all played a role.
2. Proof of Concept: In Real Time
See how running a shop serves as a live “learning lab,” allowing these experts to experiment with new technologies, management tools, and marketing strategies.
3. Ownership Models in Action
Absentee vs. Hands-On: Chris Cotton operates two locations as a full absentee owner, while Clint White and Brian Gillis lead from the front lines daily, especially through startup phases.
4. Market Opportunities & Exit Strategies
Discover how today’s “silver tsunami” of retiring shop owners is creating buying opportunities, and learn how these coaches plan for long-term success, from building internal successors to preparing for potential equity sales.
If you’re a current shop owner seeking modern, grounded advice or an aspiring owner looking for the confidence to take that next step, this webinar is a must attend!
📅 Date: Friday, October 24
🕒 Time: 2 PM EST
🎙️ Host: Carm Capriotto
💡 Guests: Chris Cotton, Clint White, and Brian Gillis
🔗 Register: https://streamyard.com/watch/ndVcq4sacDMh