TBC Corp. Launches ‘Carpe Drivem’ Sweepstakes
TBC Corp. has launched its “Carpe Drivem – Seize the New Year” Sweepstakes, giving consumers a chance to win a set of four select Sumitomo tires. To enter, consumers can visit Sumitomo’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/sumitomotire) through Feb. 16, and take a four question quiz to determine their Sumitomo personality and corresponding tire. Four winners will
Murphy Joins TBC Corp.
Industry veteran Aaron C. Murphy has joined TBC Corp. as its vice president of commercial truck tire sales. In his new role Murphy will be responsible for the continued development of truck tire sales in the wholesale, retail, OE and national account channels, TBC said. Murphy has more than 20 years of experience in the
Wilson Joins TBC Corp. Executive Team
TBC Corp. has hired Brant Wilson as its franchise group’s senior vice president. With more than 15 years of experience in retail and franchise development and successful execution of large, multi-store performance, Wilson will lead the TBC franchise brands of Midas, SpeeDee, and Big O.“As TBC’s family of brands continues to grow, we are excited
TBC Corporation Announces Loss of Robert R. Schoeberl
TBC Corp. announced the death of Robert R. Schoeber, a former member of the board of directors. He was 77. “We have lost a very good friend of the TBC family and of me personally,” said Larry Day, TBC chairman of the board and CEO. “Bob was a great leader, a highly regarded professional, a
Olsen Named COO of TBC Corp.
Erik Olsen has been promoted to chief operating officer of TBC Corp., effective April 1. Olsen will retain his position as president and CEO of the TBC Wholesale Group. "Erik’s role with TBC Corp. has continued to grow and evolve since he joined us in 2004," said Day. "He continuously excels in his roles at TBC
TBC Corp. to Keep Headquarters in Florida
(Business Journals) Spurred on by an incentive package that could reach more than $800,000 in state and local dollars, TBC Corp. said it will expand its operations in Palm Beach County, Fla., and add at least 50 new jobs.
TBC Completes Divestiture of NTB and Tire Kingdom to Mavis
TBC Corporation says it has successfully transferred ownership of its retail portfolio to Mavis Tire Express.
TBC to Divest Tire Kingdom and NTB Locations to Mavis
The 595 NTB and Tire Kingdom stores Mavis is acquiring are in Florida and Texas, as well as other states in the mid-Atlantic, Midwest and South.
TBC Announces Brian Maciak to Lead Big O Tires Team
After a 17-year career at Big O Tires, a subsidiary of TBC Corporation, Jim Bull, vice president and general manager of Big O Tires, will retire effective July 1. Big O says over the past three years, and under Jim’s leadership, the company has achieved record sales and record profitability, including becoming one of four TBC brands to
TBC Brands’ President to Retire
Succeeding Marty Krcelic (left) to lead TBC Brands as senior vice president of sales is Geoff Doster (right).
