PEACHTREE CORNERS, Ga. — Mighty Distributing System of America has taken on a Rhode Island couple, Joe and Jennifer Felicio, as new Mighty Auto Parts franchise owners, doing business as Mighty Auto Parts of Rhode Island.
The new auto parts franchise, based in Providence, R.I., will serve customers throughout Rhode Island and southern Massachusetts.
After six years of service in the Army and National Guard, Joe Felicio entered the casino industry, where he worked in food and beverage management for more than two decades. He later founded and operated a residential construction business in Providence, R.I., for 14 years before recently selling it to run a Mighty Auto Parts franchise.
Jennifer Felicio pursued a career teaching special needs children within the Rhode Island school system.
According to Mighty, Joe Felicio's love for automotive restoration and his connection to the drag racing community give him a unique perspective and deep understanding of the automotive culture.
"The support from Mighty's home office is second to none," Joe said. "Open communication and direct contact make me feel confident in my decision to join this franchise. If I need something, I get a response — it's a true partnership."
Mighty Auto Parts has a network of 100 franchised distributors across 44 U.S. states and five international markets.