At Lotus Consulting, we don’t just invest in shops. We partner with owners who want to run a smoother, more profitable, and self-sufficient business. Our approach combines James’ 29+ years of hands-on experience as a Master Automotive Technician and National Business Consultant, Nicole’s 20+ years as a CPA and financial leader, and our dedicated marketing team. Together, we bring the people, systems, and capital needed to exceed your goals and set your shop up for long-term success.

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In most cases, we remain anonymous and operate quietly behind the scenes, giving you:

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• A trusted, hands-on team

• Robust systems and processes

• 1:1 coaching with an experienced Auto Repair Business Coach

• The capital needed to support growth

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We don’t need the credit. We just want the growth, for both of us.

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Real Growth, Done the Right Way

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Our average partner shop sees +100% top-line revenue growth within 180 days. This isn’t hype or a “silver bullet”, it’s the result of ethical, sustainable work. We add staff and systems, improve efficiency, and invest in the infrastructure needed to create the best possible customer experience, while handling more cars with less stress. Growth comes from head-down, focused work, but we make it easier by removing waste and giving you the tools to succeed.

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How We Do It

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• Accounting & Financial Structure – Our Accounting Team helps you get your numbers organized, clean, and ready to scale.

• Marketing & Visibility – Our Marketing Team helps you build a plan to attract the right customers and fill the bays with profitable work.

• 1:1 Coaching & Systems – You’ll work directly with a proven Auto Repair Shop Coach to create and implement a growth plan tailored to your shop's goals.

• Capital Investment – We put money back into the business to support hiring, training, and infrastructure so growth is sustainable.​

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Who We Partner With

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We only partner with Auto Repair Shops that meet these criteria:

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• Automotive repair only (excluding used car sales)

• In business for at least 3 years

• Minimum 4.5-star online rating

• Strong repair ability and reputation

• At least $300,000 in annual revenue

• Positive attitude and willingness to grow

• Ethical approach to business and auto repair

• Located in Western MA, Connecticut, or Southwest FL (we’re hands-on)

• Can be added to an existing Lotus shop or stand on its own

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Who We’re Not a Fit For

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• Non-automotive businesses

• Shops with multiple owners/partners

• Owners with bad attitudes

• Resistance to change

• Those who don’t want to work at it (we make it easier, but it’s never “easy”)

• Poor ethics

• Low CSI scores or weak repair quality

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Straightforward and Confidential

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When we partner with a shop owner, the process is clear and built on trust. We start with conversations, open disclosure, and a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to protect your privacy. From there, we work together to create the right path forward.