COLUMBUS, GA, February 05, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Gabe Childs has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Childs has established a distinguished career in the welding and automotive exhaust industry, currently serving as the owner of Fatboys Welding and Exhaust since 2019. In this capacity, he is responsible for greeting customers, classifying jobs, completing invoices and receipts, answering the phone, and performing hands-on work. His commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of his business operations, from customer interaction to technical execution. Mr. Childs is widely recognized as an expert in automotive exhaust and welding, a testament to his dedication and skill.

Prior to founding Fatboys Welding and Exhaust, Mr. Childs gained extensive experience as a welding and automotive exhaust specialist within his family's business. His early exposure to the trade began during junior high school, where he worked alongside family members to gain firsthand knowledge of the industry. This formative period provided him with invaluable insights into both the technical and customer service aspects of the profession.

Mr. Childs' professional journey is deeply rooted in a multigenerational family legacy that dates back to the 1960s and 1970s, when his grandfather established the original company and relocated the family to Enterprise, Alabama. The business flourished under his grandfather's leadership, expanding to 13 muffler shops across the Southeast. After his grandfather's passing in 1999, Mr. Childs' father took over the company, further solidifying its reputation for quality and reliability.

Throughout his career, Mr. Childs has been recognized for his outstanding achievements and unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. He is particularly proud of winning the Best of Georgia award from the State of Georgia for three consecutive years from 2023 to 2025. However, he considers his greatest accomplishment to be consistently delivering five-star customer service modeled after Wyndham hotel standards in Savannah, Georgia. Numerous clients have cited this exceptional level of care as their primary reason for remaining loyal to his business.

The foundation of Mr. Childs' success lies in several key influences: steadfast support from his family, enduring loyalty from customers and his unwavering faith and beliefs. He credits God's grace as a guiding force throughout his professional journey, emphasizing that his achievements are the result of collective effort rather than individual pursuit.

Born in Enterprise, Mr. Childs values time spent with his family above all else. Outside of work, he dedicates himself to his spouse and two young children, a daughter and a son, nurturing their growth and sharing meaningful experiences. Looking ahead, Mr. Childs aspires for his children to become involved in the family business and continue upholding the tradition of exceptional customer service that has defined his family's legacy for more than six decades.

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