Second Chance Group

An umbrella for hands-on ventures — starting with GateFive Motorworks.

Second Chance Group is being formed with GateFive Motorworks as our first operating brand.

About

Second Chance Group is the parent entity that supports and operates practical, craft-driven businesses. Our first operating brand, GateFive Motorworks, focuses on careful automotive restoration — from teardown to road test.

We build lean, launch in phases, and keep messaging clear so supporters know what their help unlocks.

Mission: We back practical, craft-driven ventures and launch them in focused phases.

Operating brand

GateFive Motorworks

Automotive restoration under Second Chance Group. Early work focuses on responsibly moving active builds forward — parts sourcing, bodywork prep, assembly, and quality checks.

  • Status: Setup underway; GateFive Motorworks is the first brand.
  • Website: gatefiveauto.com
  • Endorsement: A Second Chance Group company
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Approach

  • Phased launches: start with essentials; add capabilities as operations mature.
  • Transparency: plain language about what support covers — tools, parts, and setup.
  • Craft first: quality, safety, and accountability guide every decision.

Info In development

Pipeline — What’s coming

Status: In development

Snapshot: We’re formalizing Second Chance Group and standing up operations for our first brand, GateFive Motorworks.

  • Next milestones:
  • • GateFive: steady progress on active builds; add light admin/process.
  • • Parent: finalize LLC, domains/email, bookkeeping, and vendor onboarding.

How we communicate: Plain updates when there’s real movement—no fluff.

Hiring & Collaboration

Status: Collecting interest (W‑2 later, 1099 now as needed).

Planned W‑2 roles (later): shop technician, body/paint specialist, service coordinator.

1099 specialties (now, project-based): metalwork, paint & finish, upholstery, diagnostics, detailing, logistics.

Collaborations: suppliers, machine shops, transport, coatings/paint, photo/video/documentation.

How to raise your hand: email info@secondchancegroups.com with subject “HIRE — [Role]” or “COLLAB — [Capability]” and a 3‑line overview + links.

Equal Opportunity: All qualified applicants considered; classification (W‑2/1099) follows applicable law and scope of work.

Partners & Vendors

What we’re seeking: reliable parts sourcing, coatings/paint vendors, specialty machining, transport.

What you can expect: clear scope, simple PO, timely communication, and a bias for quality over speed.

Start the conversation: info@secondchancegroups.com (subject “VENDOR — [Category]”).

Contact

Email: info@secondchancegroups.com

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