For established single-store shop owners generating over $1.2 million in annual revenue.
Business Fundamentals
Establish rock-solid processes: implement standard operating procedures, financial tracking, and pricing strategies to stabilize and grow profitably.
Stronger Management & Leadership
Develop your skills in leading a team, holding employees accountable, and delegating effectively so you’re not “doing everything” as the owner.
Sales & Customer Service Mastery
Boost your average ROI, customer retention, and front-counter performance through improved sales techniques and customer service systems.
Marketing & Branding Insights
Learn how to generate a steady flow of the right customers and enhance your shop’s reputation for long-term growth.
Group Coaching & Peer Support
Work alongside experienced coaches and a group of shop owners who have “been in your shoes,” offering guidance and accountability as you implement changes
Quarterly Live Mastermind Meetings
4x per year, 2 Full Days each – Hands-on workshops to build strong business systems.
$10,000 Value
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4th Quarter Mastermind at Our Exclusive Annual Summit
The best industry event to gain fresh perspectives.
$1,997 Value
Monthly 90-Minute Mastermind Calls
8x per year – Virtual sessions to keep you moving forward.
$3,976 Value
Sales Mastery Intensive
3-day training for owner + 1 employee to increase ARO & close rates.
$4,994 Value
Two (2) 50-Minute Coaching Calls Per Month
Individualized coaching to strengthen your business strategy.
$11,928 Value
Phone Skills Audit & Coaching
Improve customer service & sales through expert call coaching.
$997 Value
Practical Tools & Resources
Financial templates, hiring guides, and step-by-step SOP frameworks.
$2,497 Value
Private Slack Community
24/7 access to a supportive group of fellow shop owners.
$5,964 Value
TOTAL MEMBERSHIP VALUE
$42,353+

You’ll receive step-by-step guides, SOPs, and financial tools to create a structured, scalable shop.
With quarterly live sessions, virtual coaching, and private support, it’s designed to fit your schedule.
Many members experience increased profitability and operational efficiency within the first 6 months.
Gold Two is facilitated by Mike Kost and Fernando Miranda, both seasoned automotive industry veterans with decades of shop ownership and executive leadership experience.
This mastermind is built for single-store owners generating $1.2 million or more annually who feel they've hit a plateau and need stronger systems, better margins, and more effective leadership to scale.
Gold One is for shops over $2 million focused on scaling and profitability optimization, while Gold Two serves $1.2 million+ shops building foundational systems before expansion.

Mike Kost is a Senior Business Advisor at the Transformers Institute with over 35 years of experience in the automotive industry. He began as a successful multi-shop owner, then transitioned to a role as a business coach, driven by his desire to share his knowledge and guide other professionals in the industry. His philosophy of "people before profit" is central to his approach, emphasizing the importance of ethical practices and genuine care for people within the business landscape. Mike resides in Aberdeen, South Dakota, with his wife, Tammy, and their four children.

Fernando is an incredibly accomplished executive with over 27 years in the automotive industry. He has done it all, from parts and services all the way to complete executive operations. He is a resourceful entrepreneur who builds and leads top-performing teams on multi-million business projects. Fernando has built his own business from scratch, scaling it to success while making it almost completely autonomous so it runs without him. His ability to communicate, problem solve, innovate, and teach are second to none. He has held executive VP roles for fortune 500 companies, and now brings his entire suite of skills to the Transformers Institute team. If you are looking to advance your career, redefine the industry, or strike out as an entrepreneur - you can count on Fernando to bring your skills and thinking to the next level.

