James Flowers finds himself in the driver’s seat of his father’s business in 2023. Founded in 1998, Jim’s Auto Glass and Upholstery in Arnprior, Ontario, Canada, has offered upholstery and auto glass repair and replacement services for decades. Flowers’ father is now standing by his side, proudly watching him take full control of a building he purchased years ago.
A Grand Re-Opening
“It’s a great feeling,” Flowers says of taking over his father’s business. “Growing up, I was inspired by his business mindset and willingness to try anything. I wanted to have my own company. When this opportunity came up, I didn’t even give it a second thought.”
Flowers is rebranding the company as Jim’s Auto Glass Plus. The company will add Autobahn window tint and paint protection products into its service mix for the first time.
Flowers says George Vanellis, operating partner at Tekton Performance Films, inspired him to make the leap. Tekton Performance Films is the exclusive Canadian distributor for Autobahn, Huper Optik, and Edge.
“I’m a partner at Enviro Films in Canada—a Huper Optik and Edge dealer,” he says. “My business partner John Symington brought me on to Enviro Films and gave me the tools to succeed. I’m familiar with the Autobahn brand through that company. I love the brand, so I went all in.”
Jim’s Auto Glass Plus’ grand re-opening is slated for Spring 2024.
Editor’s Note: Attention Autobahn, Huper Optik, and Edge dealers—I want to hear from you! My mission is to share your success stories and overall shop developments. Please reach out to me at ccollier@autobahnwindowfilms.com. I can’t wait to touch base!