Driven Brands Announces Senior Leadership Promotions

Driven Brands is proud to announce two key senior leadership promotions that underscore our commitment to operational excellence and strategic growth.

Mo Khalid has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of Driven Brands. Formerly the EVP and Group President of Take 5 Oil Change, Mo successfully led the brand’s rapid expansion from approximately 850 to over 1,200 locations in under two years. In his new role, Mo will oversee the Take 5 Oil Change and Franchise Brands segments, bringing his proven track record of operational excellence to a broader portfolio within Driven Brands.

Tim Austin has been promoted to President of Take 5 Oil Change. Tim previously served as Chief Operating Officer of the brand and joined Driven Brands in 2024 as President of Take 5 Car Wash, where he led the turnaround and successful sale of the business. A seasoned retail executive, Tim brings extensive leadership experience from roles including President and COO of Lucid Hearing, and senior positions at Sears Holdings and Walmart.

Please join us in congratulating Mo and Tim on their well-deserved promotions as they continue to drive growth and innovation across our brands.