PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (July 15, 2025) – TBC Corporation (“TBC”), a leader in the mobility industry and one of North America’s largest marketers of automotive replacement tires through wholesale and franchise operations, today announced an expanded leadership role for Gary Skidmore, Chief Operating Officer, Big O Tires, as a member of TBC’s executive team. Skidmore reports directly to TBC President & CEO Don Byrd.
Skidmore’s elevated role builds on his more than 20 years of leadership success at TBC. Big O Tires has been named to Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 list for 11 consecutive years and is currently ranked number one in the wheels and tires category, based on outstanding performance in unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power. Big O Tires has also enjoyed more than 10 consecutive years of same-store sales growth under Skidmore’s leadership and the franchise brand continues to identify opportunities to go above and beyond to help franchisees achieve their goals.
“Under Gary’s leadership, Big O Tires is setting an industry standard for helping franchisees build successful businesses,” Byrd said. “His deep industry knowledge and team-oriented leadership style continues to play a pivotal role in driving franchisee profitability and sustainable growth for TBC.”
Skidmore began his career in the automotive service business nearly 40 years ago as a tire changer at his family’s Big O Tires franchise shop in Clarksville, Indiana. After earning success as a Big O Tires franchise owner, he joined TBC where he has served in a variety of leadership roles.
About TBC Corporation
TBC Corporation (TBC) is one of North America’s largest marketers of automotive replacement tires through wholesale and franchise operations. TBC serves wholesale customers in the United States, Canada, Mexico and South America, through TBC Brands, NTW, TBC International, and TBC de Mexico. Additionally, consumers receive total car care at nearly 500 franchised tire and automotive service centers under the Big O Tires® brand. For more information, visit www.tbccorp.com and follow TBC Corporation on LinkedIn.
About Big O Tires
Big O Tires, LLC, a subsidiary of TBC Corporation, has nearly 500 franchised tire and automotive service stores in the United States. Big O Tires franchise locations offer a wide range of diagnostic, repair and routine maintenance services, backed by one of the most comprehensive service warranties available. Qualified associates and certified technicians combine hands-on experience with state-of-the-art technology to address automotive needs and safely get customers back on the road. For more information, visit www.bigotires.com and follow Big O Tires on LinkedIn.
