Founder, Adam Smith, was the very first owner & operator of Smith’s Lube and Repair. Born & raised in Lafayette, Louisiana, Adam always found himself taking things apart and then putting them back together. A graduate of Acadiana High School, Adam simultaneously attended the Career Center to become an automobile technician & passed as the first place ASE Certified Technician in his class. He then enrolled at Louisiana Technical College where he mastered in diesel technology.
While working in the crane industry, Adam began exploring the idea of purchasing a franchise. Unable to find the perfect franchise for himself, he set out to open Smith’s Lube and Repair in Lafayette, Louisiana. Within just the first 6 years, Adam was able to obtain contracts with nationally known clients like U-Haul, Enterprise, and FedEx. In 2022, he quickly realized that the demand for on-site and mobile lube and repair services had exceeded his expectations and he began the journey to launch his franchise opportunity. Adam’s goal is that all of his nationwide clients will be covered by a local provider of Smith’s Lube and Repair services. As a new franchise owner, you can expect Adam to be there for you and guide you to success every step of the way.
Leadership Team – Franchise Support
Courtney, onboarding assistant
Courtney is the dedicated Onboarding assistant at Smith’s Lube and Repair. A loving mother of three and devoted wife, she embodies a God-honoring spirit. Known as “CoCo” to those she helps, Courtney’s nurturing nature extends beyond her family, making her a trusted support for anyone in need. Since the company’s inception, she has played a pivotal role, positively impacting the lives of others with her caring and supportive approach. Courtney’s unwavering commitment to her family and career reflects her desire to make the world a better place, leaving a lasting and positive impression wherever she goes.
Kyle Toups, Logistics Manager
Born and raised in Erath , Louisiana. He is a loving husband and a father of three. Kyle came to smiths lube from the construction industry where he worked in several departments, from the parts side of things to being the inside salesmen for the rental department , safety coordinator , and service department. While working in the construction industries is where he gained the love for logistics , he would schedule and organize the day for his two truck drivers and mechanics. He is a big role in the day to day operations of smiths lube, from making sure things are on the schedule for the mechanics and ordering parts and contacting customers to make sure things are lined up for the next day.
EVan, Lead Technician
Evan is the dedicated and skilled lead technician at Smith’s Lube and Repair. Hailing from Lafayette, LA, Evan graduated from St. Thomas Moore High School before embarking on a journey of exploration and diverse work experiences. However, it was at Smith’s Lube where he discovered his true calling. With over a year of unwavering commitment to the team, Evan’s expertise and passion shine through in every repair and maintenance service, earning him the respect and admiration of both colleagues and customers alike.
