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title: "Christian Brothers Automotive Signs Agreement to Open in Bradenton"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/241e2f07-5200-4a6a-9102-2a777a963b23
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20211222_christian_brothers_automotive_signs_agreement_to_open_in_bradenton.html
category: "Repair & maintenance"
industry: "Automotive"
segment: "Repair & maintenance"
topics: ["Development & multi-unit"]
published: 2021-12-22T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-11-01T02:13:11.421Z
image: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1450101499163-c8848c66ca85?w=1600&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop
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# Christian Brothers Automotive Signs Agreement to Open in Bradenton

**TL;DR:** Christian Brothers Automotive signs an agreement to open a new location in Bradenton, Florida, marking its eleventh shop in the state. The new shop will be owned by Brad Copland, a commercial financing expert with 30-plus years of experience in the finance sector.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2021-12-22. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20211222_christian_brothers_automotive_signs_agreement_to_open_in_bradenton.html).*

## Story

Owned by Brad Copland, the new shop marks the dawn of a new day for car care in the Tampa Bay Area with a refreshing guiding principle accompanying the approach Christian Brothers Automotive takes with its guests: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” Beyond just exemplary auto service, the brand takes a close interest in the health of its guests’ vehicles by approaching auto repair work with transparency, integrity and compassion.

The Bradenton location will be Christian Brothers Automotive’s eleventh shop in Florida. The new store will be located at 11930 SR 64 East in Bradenton.

“There is a clear understanding on our part that most guests fear being taken advantage of by aftermarket automotive professionals and we strive to show our difference by creating a trusting relationship with our guests- one in which we can develop long-term trust,” said Copland, a commercial financing expert. “We aren’t looking to upsell additional services when guests don’t absolutely need more work done to their cars. Instead, we talk through a guest’s options and give them the keys to making the final decision.”

Prior to opening Christian Brothers Automotive in Bradenton, Copland cultivated a career in the finance sector, with 30-plus years of experience working with different companies. His background allowed him to hone key management and leadership skills that will prove crucial to owning and operating his Christian Brothers Automotive business.

Originally from Ohio, Copland is planning on moving from his residence in Georgia to Bradenton to prepare for the opening of his business.

“At the foundation of our services is the understanding of how to build confidence with our consumers and earn their trust in us as aftermarket automotive professionals. With this signed agreement, we’re focused on providing a better experience for more guests in Bradenton,” said Donnie Carr, President and CEO of Christian Brothers Automotive. “I’m confident that Brad’s passion for providing quality service makes him the perfect fit for the Bradenton area.”

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- location expansion (topic)
- Automotive (sector)
- franchise agreement (topic)
- Christian Brothers Automotive (company)
- Donnie Carr (person)
- automotive service (topic)
- Bradenton (location)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20211222_christian_brothers_automotive_signs_agreement_to_open_in_bradenton.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/241e2f07-5200-4a6a-9102-2a777a963b23).