*Employee Highlight* Shad Buckingham serves as the General Manager of Elite Auto Sounds' Bulverde location and as the Lead Window Tint Installer for our sister company, Elite Home Entertainment. A proud military veteran, Shad's dedication to excellence was honed through his service as a 94A Land to Air Missile Electronics Systems Repairer with the 3rd Brigade, 1st Infantry Division, including deployment to FOB Salerno in Afghanistan as an OEF Veteran. This discipline and precision are evident in his work today, where he specializes in audio installations, window tinting, and alarms, embodying our commitment to supporting our military and their transition to civilian professions.
Shad first ventured into the automotive customization industry in 1999, working on a '98 Civic, which sparked his passion for automotive enhancements. His career truly kicked off in 2005 when he expanded his expertise and technique. After leaving military service in 2012, Shad mastered the art of window tinting, a skill that led him to make the top 30 out of 135 tinters in the International Windows Film Association Tint-Off in 2022, showcasing his exceptional talent and dedication to his craft
