Host Keith Duplessie sits down with Chris Bence of Swerve Pro Detailing out of Anderson, South Carolina.

Here are some notes from Chris himself:

I launched Swerve Pro Detailing in September of 2024, operating from my home garage and doing mobile work. In May of 2025, I was able to find a great location for my first shop and this created a very fundamental and positive change for the business operations and performance. Prior to starting my venture into detailing, I spent over 25 years working as a business consultant and project manager, where my area of expertise was in business process optimization, technology, and change management. Much of the knowledge I acquired in that career has served me well as an entrepreneur, and I would like to share it with our amazing detailing community. My first 'real' exposure to detailing came when I was in college, when I worked part-time at a local auto body and fabrication shop to help with tuition costs. In that role, I logged hundreds of hours doing final vehicle prep and polishing. I learned a great deal about automotive paints and how to address certain issues like orange peel, nibs, runs, etc. Detailing is not my first business endeavor. With my wife Stacy leading the charge, we owned and operated a furniture, appliances, and electronics store which saw tremendous growth and success before circumstances forced us to begin looking at other options. I am a very proud member of the IDA, and can say with certainty that it has contributed to what we've achieved thus far, as well as personal growth and relationships with some great folks in our industry.