ASA Colorado Learning Circle | Acquisition / Direct Mail Marketing 

Participating in a Learning Circle provides members with an opportunity to learn key skills related to shop management and leadership in a setting that promotes relationship building and networking. Each circle is led by facilitators with expertise and proven abilities in their field.

• Facilitator: Brian Bates, Owner, Eagle Automotive Service

Brian Bates is a third generation car guy so cars are in his DNA.  Brian started working on cars professionally after serving in the military overseas in the early 1990's.  While earning his degree in business management at Metro State University in Denver, CO, Brian worked his way from shop helper to shop foreman in 5 years at a major Honda Dealership.  Upon receiving his degree, Brian bought the neighborhood independent shop in 2004, a former Goodyear facility in 2011, and another former Goodyear facility in 2014.  He projects a gross sales revenue of 4 million per year in 2015 and hopes to continue acquiring locations in the upcoming years.