President and CEO Traweek Dickson to Retire and Become Executive Chairman
Brant Wilson Appointed CEO
MONTGOMERY, Ala.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Joe Hudson’s Collision Centers (“JHCC”) a leading platform in the collision repair industry, today announced that President and CEO Traweek Dickson is retiring after over three decades with the company, and will take on the role of Executive Chairman. Seasoned business leader Brant Wilson will succeed Dickson as CEO, effective November 29, 2021.
“Leading JHCC has been one of the greatest honors of my career and I am immensely proud of what we’ve accomplished during my time as CEO and my many years at the company before that,” Dickson said. “The entire JHCC team has worked tirelessly to substantially grow this business, adding numerous locations across the country. I am confident that with Brant at the helm, JHCC is poised for continued success, and I look forward to assisting with the transition and serving in my new role as executive chairman.”
“Traweek has built an incredible business and company culture. We wish him the best in his retirement and greatly appreciate his continued involvement while Brant transitions into his new role,” said Erik Johnson, Managing Director at TSG Consumer Partners (“TSG”), JHCC’s majority owner. “Brant is a highly-respected executive with a proven track record of both expanding footprint and increasing sales. His high energy and results-driven attitude makes him an ideal cultural fit, and we look forward to working closely with him to implement JHCC’s growth initiatives.”
Wilson joins JHCC with over 20 years of professional experience, including running significant automotive services businesses, both company-owned and franchised. Most recently, Wilson served as President and COO of the Automotive Group at TBC Corporation, where he oversaw over 2,100 stores across four banners. Prior to TBC, Wilson served a seven-year tenure at H&R Block, where he was responsible for over 1,800 stores as Western Territory Vice President. He also successfully led H&R Block’s overall network growth strategy as Vice President of Acquisitions & Development.
“It is a privilege to serve as CEO of JHCC,” said Wilson. “JHCC is a well-respected market-leader with a customer-centric culture and world-class team. I look forward to leveraging my retail and business-building experience to continue to accelerate JHCC’s strong growth trajectory.”
About Joe Hudson’s Collision Centers
JHCC was founded in 1989 by Joe Hudson and has been based in Montgomery, Alabama since its inception. With 32 years of experience, JHCC is a trusted provider and established leader in auto body collision repair. The company operates 135 state-of-the-art auto body repair shops providing customers premier collision repair facilities in 12 states throughout the Southeast. JHCC employs highly skilled professionals dedicated to providing customers with outstanding customer service and quality repairs. The Company has grown through acquisitions and greenfield developments, leveraging its insurance carrier partner relationships and best-in-class operations to drive growth.
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About TSG Consumer Partners
TSG is a leading private equity firm that partners with founders and management teams to build and accelerate growth for best-in-class consumer-facing businesses. Since its founding in 1987, TSG has been an active investor in the consumer industry. Representative past and present partner companies include Mavis Tire Express Services, Rough Country, PowerStop, Backcountry, Canyon Bicycles, Duckhorn, Dutch Bros, e.l.f. Cosmetics, IT Cosmetics, Planet Fitness, popchips, REVOLVE, Revolut, Robinhood, Smashbox, Stumptown, and vitaminwater.
For more information, including a complete list of TSG’s current partner companies, visit tsgconsumer.com.
Contacts
Joe Hudson’s Collison Centers
Traweek Dickson
(334) 220-9379
TSG Consumer Partners
Sard Verbinnen & Co
Julie Rudnick / Brandon Pinto
TSG-SVC@sardverb.com
