MIP #426   Two Brands Team Up   Axon and Dawson TireMoving Iron's Official Data Partner Is Fusable. The Home Iron Solutions And EDA Data. Ignite Your Dealership's Growth With Fusable.comMove More Iron with Fusable! Get your Free Demo athttps://info.ironsolutions.com/moving-iron-podcast.SummaryThe podcast features discussions among Tim Berardi (President and CEO of CFI Tire), Eric McPherson (founder and CEO of Dosson Tire), and Stuart Berardi (management team leader at CFI). They discussed CFI Tire's acquisition of Dawson Tire into the Axon Tire Brand. Tim explains that merging the brands will benefit customers and employees, and they discuss the strategic reasons behind the merger, including synergies in product lines and territories.They delve into challenges faced during the merger, such as integrating different business systems and managing cultural differences. They emphasize the importance of communication and trust in overcoming obstacles and integrating teams effectively.They also discuss how the merger expanded resources and sales teams, enabling better customer service and coverage. They mention surprising discoveries about their customer base and highlight the importance of understanding and meeting customer needs.Finally, they touch on changes in leadership and management structure post-merger, focusing on improving organizational structure and communication for customers and employees. Throughout the discussion, they stress the importance of trust, communication, and adaptation in navigating the complexities of the merger process.TakeawaysMerging for Growth: The merger between Axon Tire and Dosson Tire under the Axon Tire brand was driven by the desire for growth. Both companies recognized the need to expand and adapt to industry changes.Synergies and Benefits: The merger aimed to capitalize on synergies between the two companies, such as combining knowledge, product lines, and resources to serve customers better and enhance employee opportunities.Strategic Thinking: Strategic planning played a crucial role in the merger, focusing on long-term succession planning and providing the best outcomes for employees, customers, and the business.Cultural Integration: Despite initial concerns about cultural differences, trust, and communication were highlighted as essential in successfully integrating the two companies. Building camaraderie and aligning values helped overcome cultural challenges.Challenges of Integration: Significant challenges encountered during the merger included integrating different business systems, managing logistics, and adjusting to new processes. Open communication, project management, and a dedicated team were essential in overcoming these obstacles.Customer Overlap and Expansion: Surprising findings emerged regarding customer overlap, showing opportunities for expansion into new markets and the potential for increased customer satisfaction and service.Resource Utilization: The merger increased the pool of resources and talent, allowing for enhanced customer service and broader market coverage. Effectively utilizing these resources became a focal point for both companies.Leadership and Structure: The merger prompted a review of leadership and management structures, focusing on implementing a more organized and efficient system to benefit customers and employees.Overall, the merger between Axon Tire and Dosson Tire reflects a strategic move aimed at growth, synergies, and improved service delivery. It strongly emphasizes cultural alignment, overcoming challenges, and maximizing resources.Click To Watch:https://youtu.be/F5l4FXhnZvIClick To Listen:Presented By @AxonTire Music By: @TalbottBrothersHost: @casey9673#agequipmentbusinesstal #letsgomovesomeironContact Me at:MovingIronLLC.commovingironpodcast@movingironpodcast.com