Who We Are

Who We Are

Detail Works is an enterprise of Spectrum Youth & Family Services.

Launched in 2017, Detail Works is a social enterprise designed to help teens and young adults who are struggling with a range of issues build the soft skills they need to thrive in the workplace.

Through Detail Works, they are able to get progressive, on-the-job experience. In our Williston car detailing shop, we emphasize attention, communication, and accountability, and give youth a chance to try out these skills in a safe environment.

At Detail Works, young people get more than second chances. They get as many chances as they need to become successful employees.

Headquartered in Burlington, Vermont, Spectrum Youth & Family Services works with teenagers and young adults to help them get the skills they need to create a solid path to adulthood. Learn more about what we do at www.spectrumvt.org.

When you send your car to Detail Works, you’re investing in the success of our youth.

OUR TEAM
Ryan McGowan

Ryan McGowan, General Manager

Ryan joined Spectrum in 2024 as the General Manager of Detail Works, where he ensures the business provides premium car detailing services, emphasizing meticulous attention to detail and customer satisfaction.

Before joining Spectrum, Ryan worked for nine years at the Howard Center. As Program Manager, Ryan managed and supervised comprehensive services for individuals with intellectual disabilities, trauma, and autism spectrum disorder. Ryan holds a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP). Prior to working at the Howard Center, Ryan worked for seventeen years as General Manager at a local restaurant. He led all aspects of the business, from operations and customer service to marketing and financial management.

Ryan grew up in Burlington and lives in Essex Junction with his son and partner. He enjoys watching football and basketball and listening to music.

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Cody Guyette, Youth Coordinator

Cody started at Detail Works as the Youth Coordinator in May of 2019. Prior to joining Detail Works he  worked as a government contractor for 3 years and then worked in Corrections for 2 years. His hobbies include going to the gym, playing baseball, basketball, and football. He currently resides in Essex Junction.

ADVISORY BOARD

Matt Beer
Rachel Lee Cummings

Jason Frishman
Mike Lane

Michael Metz
Owen Milne

Brian Murphy
Kimberly Rabideau

LOCAL PARTNERS

We are so grateful to the following organizations for supporting Detail Works with donations, services, or by signing up to have us detail their fleets.

City Market
Dealer.com
Champlain Investment Partners

Redstone
Select Design
UVM Medical Center

Burlington Electric Department
Vermont Gas