Ziebart Franchise Owners: Real People, Real Testimonials
Ben & Sophia Moeller
Ziebart Franchise Owners, Ziebart of Highland, MI
Our Franchise Owners Discuss the Ziebart Advantage
Don't take our word for it. Hear from real owners on what it's like to own a Ziebart franchise.
From family legacies to veteran entrepreneurs, multi-store operators to career changers, hear firsthand why franchise owners across the country chose Ziebart and never looked back.
Our Franchise Owners Discuss the Ziebart Advantage
Hear directly from Ziebart franchise owners about what it's really like to run a Ziebart location. From day-to-day operations and corporate support to profitability and work-life balance, these franchisees share honest, first-hand insights into the Ziebart ownership experience.
Mike Drizake Sr. & Jr., Ziebart of Triadelphia, West Virginia
A father-son team shares how they built their Ziebart franchise in Triadelphia, WV, after leaving the steel industry to work together in the automotive world. They highlight the corporate support behind their success, from Discovery Day and in-store training to digital marketing and financing help, and the joy of building a family legacy.
Ben & Sophia Moeller, Ziebart of Highland, Michigan
Ben and Sophia Moeller left corporate careers to open their Ziebart in Highland, MI, turning a lifelong passion for cars into a family business. With first-year sales tracking to double their projections, they credit hands-on corporate support and are already planning additional locations.
Bob Morris & Son, Ziebart of the Midlands (Irmo), South Carolina
Bob Morris and his son Cooper share how they launched Ziebart's first South Carolina store in Irmo, turning a shared love of cars into a family legacy business straight out of college. They praise corporate's accessibility and proactive support across sales, marketing, IT, and SEO, and highlight a 6,000-square-foot shop built to run a successful, diversified Ziebart.
Mattiacio Family Grand Opening, Ziebart Superstore, Hamburg, New York
The Mattiacio family celebrates the grand opening of their eighth Ziebart location, a new Superstore in Hamburg, NY. The video showcases Ziebart's full lineup of automotive protection services and how repeatable franchise success fueled their multi-city expansion.
Nick & Mark Lambie, Ziebart of Morgantown, West Virginia
Air Force veterans and brothers Nick and Mark Lambie open their new 6,000-square-foot Ziebart in Morgantown, WV, drawn to the franchise for its team support and VetFran fee waiver for veterans. They highlight 24/7 corporate backing, thorough training, and the pride of a family business built on something bigger than themselves.
Richard Lester, Multi-Unit Ziebart Owner, Syracuse, New York
Richard Lester went from a 1973 Ziebart employee to owning and partnering in stores across Syracuse, Cicero, Albany, and Utica, NY. He credits Ziebart's ironclad warranties, strong margins, and hands-on corporate support for his $5 million business, and a lasting family legacy with his three sons.
Tim Shinkle, Ziebart of Warsaw, Indiana
Tim Shinkle turned his passion for cars into a profitable Ziebart franchise in Warsaw, IN, one that made money from its very first week. Following Ziebart's proven, turnkey business plan, he grew a multi-million-dollar store he now looks forward to passing on to his children.
Brian O’Shaughenessey, Ziebart of Spokane, WA
A former parts director shares how one phone call turned into owning the only Ziebart on the West Coast, backed by corporate support that went far "beyond advice." With 4.9-star Google and 5.0-star Yelp ratings drawing customers from hours away, he's booked weeks out and calls it a life-changing decision.
