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title: "SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service’s Mike Guasch Awarded Franchisee of the Year by International Franchise Association"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/8696b6c2-603a-4554-b525-208d3f1eafb2
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20240221_speedee_oil_change__auto_services_mike_guasch_awarded_franchisee_of_the_yea.html
category: "Oil change"
industry: "Automotive"
segment: "Oil change"
published: 2024-02-21T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T19:55:55.997Z
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# SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service’s Mike Guasch Awarded Franchisee of the Year by International Franchise Association

**TL;DR:** Mike Guasch of SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service was awarded Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association for outstanding performance and community involvement. Mike and his wife Ana have been part of the automotive industry and franchise system for over 30 years.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2024-02-21. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20240221_speedee_oil_change__auto_services_mike_guasch_awarded_franchisee_of_the_yea.html).*

## Story

The Franchisee of the Year Award recognizes leading franchise owners from IFA member brands whose outstanding performance and contributions help protect, enhance, and promote the franchise business model. Nominated by their parent company, individuals are selected for their involvement in their communities, embodying the entrepreneurial spirit, fostering a strong and healthy culture with their workforce, and assisting their fellow franchisees when called upon.

Mike and his wife, Ana, have been staples of the automotive industry and franchise system for over 30 years. In 1992, Mike joined SpeeDee's Corporate Offices and held various positions, including District Manager for California, Regional Manager for the West, and Vice President of Operations before he and Ana went on to purchase their own location in Modesto, Calif. in 2019.

“I am honored to receive the International Franchise Association's Franchisee of the Year Award,” said Mike. “It’s reflective of the dedication and hard work of our team in Modesto. This award motivates us to continue our commitment to excellence and service in the automotive industry, driving us to reach even greater heights in the years to come.”

Mike is known for fostering a positive work environment and implementing procedures to enhance employee loyalty and customer service through training and technology investments. In 2017, Mike spearheaded the launch of SpeeDee’s Total Trust Guarantee® Program, demonstrating his commitment to the brand. He is also active in NorCal’s Ad Committee, ensuring strategic marketing decisions benefit his fellow franchisees.

“Mike is a standout ambassador of the SpeeDee brand and has consistently been a force for positive change within the company,” said Ron Stilwell, President, FullSpeed Automotive. “His dedication to customer service and upholding company values make him an invaluable asset to our team, and he is extremely deserving of this recognition as Franchisee of the Year.”

“Franchisees of the Year exemplify what franchising is all about – providing opportunity, serving others, and fulfilling the American Dream,” said Matthew Haller, President and CEO of the International Franchise Association. “We are proud to recognize Mike Guasch with the highest honor IFA awards to individual franchisees, and I have no doubt his work is changing lives and making a lasting community impact.”

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- Automotive (sector)
- community involvement (topic)
- IFA (company)
- Matt Haller (person)
- franchisee award (topic)
- automotive industry (topic)
- franchise business model (topic)
- FullSpeed Automotive (company)
- SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service (company)
- Ron Stilwell (person)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20240221_speedee_oil_change__auto_services_mike_guasch_awarded_franchisee_of_the_yea.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/8696b6c2-603a-4554-b525-208d3f1eafb2).