How They Scaled Across the State | Ryan Clark, Eustis Body Shop | Building Nebraska

What does it take to grow a small-town business into something much bigger—without losing what made it work in the first place? On this episode of Building Nebraska, we sit down with Ryan Clark, Vice President of Eustis Body Shop, to talk about the journey from a single shop in rural Nebraska to eight locations across the state. Ryan didn’t grow up in the business. After marrying into the family, he started from the ground up—driving to Eustis early in the morning, sweeping floors, detailing vehicles, and learning the trade before stepping into leadership. In this conversation, he shares what it took to earn trust inside a family business, how culture has driven long-term growth, and why keeping employees invested has been key to their success. We also talk about how the collision repair industry is changing—from advanced vehicle technology to rising repair costs—and what that means for customers and the future of the business. Building Nebraska is powered by the Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.