As the Brand President of Auto Care Plus, John Manelas leads with a focus on mergers and acquisitions, process improvements, and forecasting future industry trends. His leadership is grounded in a commitment to building strong partnerships and creating a platform company poised for long-term success.
John’s journey with Auto Care Plus began in 2004 when he and his wife, Karen, purchased a single location of the business founded in 1984. Over the last 20 years, they’ve grown the company into a trusted leader in the industry while fostering a culture that emphasizes mentorship and growth for the next generation.
Born and raised in Lowell, Massachusetts, John relocated to New Hampshire in 1987, where he currently resides. He shares his life with Karen—his college sweetheart and the Vice President of Auto Care Plus—their three children, two sons-in-law, one grandson, a dog, and seven cats.
John’s guiding philosophy, “Serve Others,” is reflected in both his professional and personal endeavors. Whether mentoring young talent, building innovative energy solutions, or enjoying his favorite hobbies like skiing, ice hockey, or wake surfing, John approaches every challenge with enthusiasm and purpose.
