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Ford's Garage Names Billy Downs As President

PRIVATESep 12, 2024almost 2 years ago

Position

President

Company

Ford's Garage

Billy Downs
TampaFood and BeverageHospitalityRestaurants

Description

Billy "B.D." Downs has been named as the new president of Ford's Garage, the 1920s garage-themed burger and craft beer restaurant franchise. Downs brings extensive industry experience and will lead the company as it continues to expand with new franchise locations throughout the country.

Company Information

Company

Ford's Garage

Location

501 N Reo St

Tampa, Florida, United States

About

Founded in 2012 and franchising since 2015, Ford's Garage opened its first location in Fort Myers, Florida, less than a mile from Henry Ford's winter home. Today, as an official licensee of the Ford Motor Company, enabling operators to use the company's iconic blue oval logo and other brand imagery, the 1920s garage-themed burger and craft beer restaurant franchise has expanded to include a total of 26 locations across six states.

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