Our Board
Mike Gideon - President
I have worked in the automotive field most of my life starting in Service stations at 14. Graduating from Franklin Technical School: Automotive Technology, I started work at Gateway eventually becoming manager. Later, I became General Manager for Lube Pros inc, overseeing 2 lube centers and car washes as well as helping develop several lube centers in the tristate area. In 1995, I started Gideon’s Tire & Auto which I still operate today.
Active in Church, I serve as an usher as well as leading discipleship classes. My work within the church presented an opportunity to work with those in need. This developed into a vision for Higher Power Garage.
James Richards - Vice- President
James has lived in Joplin since 1977 when his parents relocated from California after his father’s long career in the US Air Force. Before living in California, James lived in Bangkok, Florida and Arizona. Now, as a local business owner and long term resident of Joplin, James has been involved in many areas of the community including board positions at numerous non-profits as well as commissions for the City of Joplin. His commitment to enhancing the lives of others through sharing insights and leadership is something that come natural to him.
James was excited to be part of Higher Power Garage through his long term friendship with Mike Gideon and the vision Mike had for this ministry. There is no higher purpose than to show the love of Jesus to those in need through these efforts.
Chris Gideon - Treasurer
Chris Gideon is an entrepreneur of 12 years, owning both Mowed Over and CGC Investments. He started his landscaping and lawn care business, Mowed Over, in 2008 while opening his second business, CGC Investments several years later in 2015. He is a current resident of Joplin Missouri, where he was born and raised. Chris and his wife Cheri have been happily married with five children since, October of 2014. When not tending to his businesses, this is where Chris primarily spends his time, with his family. Chris has many aspects that will benefit Higher Power Garage, specifically his business experience, professional knowledge, and leadership skills and tactics.
Mark Cannon
Casie Augustine
Casie serves full time at Watered Gardens Ministries as Kitchen Manager and Neighbor Connect Coordinator in Joplin, MO. She has one son, Trevyn, who graduated from Joplin High School this past school year. She enjoys spending time outdoors, traveling, time with her family, and game nights. She attends Hope City Church.
I am excited to see people have a physical need met, but through the auto repairs, relationships being built with staff and volunteers. They will have the ability to share the love, kindness, and hope of Jesus Christ with the clients of Higher Power Garage. I believe we will see a community come together and a family atmosphere born here. I can't wait to see lives changed because of the heart of this ministry!