MyRepairShop's Breadth of Management Parallels With Company's Vision

    HOUSTON--Feb. 9, 2001--MyRepairShop(TM) Inc., the advocate for independent automotive repair shops, has strategically built its management team in alignment with its business model and vision of aggregating service providers to enhance connectivity between the independent repair shop owner and the aftermarket supply chain. Each executive member is instrumental in putting the pieces together to bring a complete package of knowledge and resources to shop owners and alleviate some of the overwhelming challenges they face in managing their business, according to Brad Hays, CEO of MyRepairShop.
    "We have a great team of industry experts with first-hand knowledge in a variety of market segments, including specialties in marketing, parts manufacturing, distribution, program groups, car dealership operations, automotive finance and business management programs," explained Hays. "So we cover a lot of ground when we talk about breadth of the management team. Because we are from different niches within the aftermarket, we have a broader range of insight, which gives us a distinct advantage over our competitors."

    The seven-member team includes:

    Brad Hays, chief executive officer -- Twenty-seven years of senior
    level experience in sales, marketing and operations in the
    automotive aftermarket. Hays spearheaded the development of the
    business and brand position for Pennzoil Products Company and
    developed and managed relationships with key industry leaders for
    Honeywell International. With product sales and marketing and
    customer relationship management at the forefront of his
    experience, Hays has a stronghold on executing the vision for
    MyRepairShop.

    Kirk Stevens, chief technology officer -- more than 10 years in
    technology, with a recent emphasis in the automotive industry.
    With the leading role in the technical architecture, research and
    development group of Friedkin Companies and his experience in
    developing e-commerce strategies, Stevens is the driving force
    behind the MyRepairShop portal infrastructure and Internet-driven
    technologies.

    Jeff Williams, vice president of business development -- 15 years
    of automotive and consulting experience, specifically in strategic
    planning, acquisitions and asset development. His most recent
    business development experience was with Friedkin Companies, a
    privately held portfolio of automotive operating companies.
    Williams' financial and dealership background in the automotive
    world is key in understanding what shop owners need to compete on
    a national level and in developing the partnerships necessary to
    connect them to the right business resources.

    Ray Birden, vice president of operations -- a veteran in
    understanding parts distribution and logistics, marketing and
    deployment of e-commerce parts fulfillment. Served in
    executive-level positions for WorldPac, APS, the operator of BIG A
    Auto Parts, and Installers Service Warehouse. Birden's
    understanding of e-commerce and parts fulfillment has helped to
    create a comprehensive and efficient web-based network for
    MyRepairShop.

    Vance Tillman, vice president of finance and administration --
    combines more than 10 years in corporate finance with growth
    company and start-up experience to direct MyRepairShop's financial
    operations. Tillman developed specialized expertise in corporate
    financial management, auto finance and investments in leading
    roles with Friedkin Companies. His background is crucial in
    creating and managing a sound financial structure for MyRepairShop
    and its network members.

    Gary Bean, vice president of program development -- more than 20
    years of experience in the automotive aftermarket, with
    specialties in wholesale distribution and retail. Knowledge of
    warehouse distribution and retail parts operations is critical in
    the development of relationships with distribution partners and in
    understanding shop owner/supplier connectivity.

    Rodney Goldston, vice president of sales and marketing -- more
    than 24 years in the automotive aftermarket, with knowledge and
    expertise derived from all industry facets. For the past 10 years,
    he directed a major program distribution group of automotive
    warehouses dealing with various issues in the parts supply chain
    -- from manufacturing to repair shop services. Goldston has owned
    and operated parts stores, machine shops and automotive repair
    shops.

    MyRepairShop makes it easier for shop owners, parts distributors and other industry providers of the automotive aftermarket to do business by providing links and information on its web-based portal, www.myrepairshop.com. As a network member, independent repair shop owners have faster access to business resources than traditional methods of thumbing through catalogs, manuals and business cards, which enables shop owners to increase bay productivity and thus profitability.
    Headquartered in Houston, MyRepairShop provides a one-stop source of products and services for independent auto repair specialists to effectively streamline and manage their business, and efficiently service vehicle owners. MyRepairShop has strategic alliances with some of the industry's leading distributors and automotive industry specialists. The company's Internet model facilitates communication and relationship building throughout the aftermarket supply chain. For more information, visit www.myrepairshop.com.