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Handyman Connection Names New Executive Director Of Franchise Development

Handyman Connection, a home repair company with more than 25 years experience, announced today that service franchise expert Luke Schulte has been named Executive Director of Franchise Development.

In his new role, Schulte will oversee growth strategies for the brand, connecting potential franchisees with the opportunity to own their own business in the fast-growing home improvement and repair industry.

“Luke has a talent for fostering relationships with franchise candidates, consultants, and coaches, and we are thrilled to have him bring his expertise to Handyman Connection,” said Jeff Wall, CEO of Handyman Connection.

“Because of his years of experience in the service franchise industry, he has a deep understanding of the simplicity and forecastability of our business model and how attractive that is to entrepreneurs who want to be in control of their own destiny.”

Schulte comes to Handyman Connection with over 10 years of leadership exper…

Restoration 1 Franchise Testimonials

I looked into other franchise opportunities before franchising with Restoration 1, but I found that other brands were too stuffy. They wouldn’t have allowed me to have the latitude to be able to run a successful business. The executive team at Restoration 1 are the opposite—they believe in their people, and they are there in a moment if you need them. While my business continues to grow, what really makes me passionate about this business, and why I can see myself doing this for the next 10 or 20 years is that it allows me to help people. We get the privilege to help people ensure that their homes are safe for them to live in. It’s a very rewarding business to be in. Michael Wells, Franchise Owner (Round Rock, TX) Business has been growing by leaps and bounds since we started in May of 2016. If I had known I would have been this successful, I would have started this business 10 years ago. Restoration 1 helps you become established, they do an especially great job in helping y…

How Lawn Doctor’s Internal Onboarding System and Soft Roll Out Program Prepares Franchisees for Success

Some benefits of franchising with the leading lawn care brand include the Soft Roll Out program and the streamlined internal training and onboarding process, which allows new Lawn Doctor owners to prepare for the busy season and gradually ramp up their business.

In many parts of the country the first signs of spring are finally here, and no one is more prepared to take on this busy season than Lawn Doctor franchisees, who have already spent months preparing to deliver the best service possible.

Being a great Lawn Doctor franchisee doesn’t happen overnight—that’s why many of the brand’s new owners spend months before a busy season preparing to deliver the best-in-class customer service and industry-leading lawn care solutions that Lawn Doctor has built its name on.

These kinds of preparedness and training measures have earned Lawn Doctor the highest customer retention rate in the $78-billion-a-year lawn and landscape services industry.

Lawn D…

UNITS Moving & Portable Storage Testimonials

After working 23 years with the same company, and 26 years overall, it was time for me to move on from my current situation. I reviewed several options but ultimately hired a coach for traditional job hunting but the thought of doing the same type of work for the next 20 years was not particular inspiring. So, I also reached out to a franchise coach and narrowed my search to three concepts, ultimately choosing UNITS. The support I’ve received from UFG has been consistent and unwavering. I also receive two scheduled weekly conference calls, that help drive my business. Tom Koenig, Franchise Owner I would absolutely recommend UNITS Moving and Portable Storage to friends for franchising since it’s such a great product. Their corporate team is very easy to deal with, and they walk you through each process from the very beginning to the end. Billy Hardin, Franchise Owner I found myself in a position of losing a high-paying corporate job and all the stability that came with it, but…

That 1 Painter Expands within One Month of Franchise Launch, Announces New Locations in Tyler and Plano

Within four weeks of launching its franchise program, That 1 Painter has signed franchise agreements with two business leaders.

Within four weeks of launching its franchise program, That 1 Painter—the Texas-based painting company founded in 2011—has signed franchise agreements with two business leaders, setting the stage for upcoming locations in Tyler and Plano.

The new franchisees have a goal to change lives on both a local and global scale through That 1 Painter’s joint mission of creating transformative painting experiences for customers in the US and providing necessary resources to struggling citizens in East Africa, a T1P program known as “Paint It Forward.”

Indeed, Chad Fancher, head of T1P’s new Tyler branch, cites the Paint It Forward initiative as one of his foremost reasons for signing on: “I knew it was the right fit when I learned of the Paint it Forward program and how That 1 Painter is involved with missions,” Fancher says, adding, “Pa…

Former CertaPro Painters® Customer Now Runs Her Own Franchise

In 2005, Barbie Dorsey hired CertaPro Painters® of North Raleigh to paint her home’s exterior. After what she describes as an extraordinary experience, she found herself recommending the franchise to anyone who needed a painting company in Raleigh. Little did she know, all of those referrals would prepare her for 2012 when she joined their Sales Team as a Design & Sales Consultant.

CertaPro Painters Franchisee Barbie Dorsey

“Before joining CertaPro Painters®, I worked for a Commercial Developer/Commercial Design Company, and my project at the time was ending,” says Barbie. “The franchise owner approached me with an immediate need for a residential sales position. It felt like the right time for me to make a move, change up my path, and join his Sales Team.”

Barbie quickly found success within the company. A year after she was hired, she earned the national CertaPro Painters® Residential Pride Award. Three years after receiving that honor, she swit…

Paula Murray’s Passion for Training, Sales, and Operations Led Her to CertaPro Painters®

One simple word started Paula Murray’s career – “sure.” After graduating from Boston College with a degree in Economics, Paula was looking for a summer job in Faneuil Hall (a marketplace and meeting center in Boston) and applied for a part-time retail sales position to fill her summer. Those plans quickly changed when at the end of the interview, the hiring manager asked her if she would like to instead be the Assistant Manager.

Saying “sure” to this position led to years on the retail sales floor and culminated in becoming the Director of Store Operations. In this role, she ran store operations, communications, and training and developed her passions for growing people, sales, and processes to support those sales.

After a decade doing what she loved — right place, right job, right people — Paula’s husband Dante received a promotion opportunity that they could not refuse and would uproot their lives, taking them to Pittsburgh.

With two young ch…

From Politics to Painting: How Darcy Scott is Making a Name For Herself at CertaPro Painters®

If Darcy Scott has one thing to be thankful for last year, it’s opening her business. The day before Thanksgiving 2020, Darcy and her husband Mark purchased their franchise, CertaPro Painters® of Southern Maryland, and have been enjoying the ride ever since.

Before joining CertaPro Painters®, Darcy spent decades working in Washington D.C.’s political scene. She has filled various roles from Donor Advisor for the Stern Family Fund to Senior VP of Government Affairs at M+R Strategic Services, and Senior Policy Advisor for the National Center of Healthy Housing. For the past ten years, she has served as an independent consultant, running events large and small.

These experiences taught Darcy how to work with people and advocate for them in a way that unexpectedly translates to running a community-focused painting franchise.

Transitioning from Politics to Painting

Over a decade ago, Darcy was let go from a job. Though it came as a complete shock…

CertaPro Painters Testimonials

Greg and I are very pleased with our Franchise System. We are a family. Janae Nezerka (CertaPro® of Shawnee Mission, KS) I am constantly amazed by how whatever I need to learn in regard to growing my franchise is right out in front of me as soon as I realize that I need to learn it. Dave Strahl (CertaPro® of Chagrin Falls, OH) The franchisor leads the brand and provides programs and strategies for all to follow. All franchisees are very cooperative and supportive of each other which is the culture that has been created, encouraged, and supported. Dave Herchko (CertaPro® of North Huntingdon, PA) In my opinion, the operational systems and procedures are what gives us our competitive advantage. This, coupled with the professional consultative service, make us the most professional in the industry. Richard Webber (CertaPro® of Morristown, NJ) I have more support than I thought would be provided. I have access to the tr…

3 Reasons to Invest in a 1-800 WATER DAMAGE Franchise

1-800 WATER DAMAGE offers exceptional support, tremendous profit margins, and requires minimal investment.

Entrepreneurs looking to own a recession-resistant business in a growing industry should look no further than 1-800 WATER DAMAGE. The $210 billion restoration industry is booming. The combination of housing stock, aging infrastructure and climate change is increasing the need for restoration services.

It’s well known that restoration businesses are one of the most profitable businesses to own in any segment, but they have to be done right.

With the backing of BELFOR, the biggest restoration brand in the world, 1-800 WATER DAMAGE franchise owners have access to world-class training, a proven business model, industry relationships and access to jobs that provide them with a tremendous leg up in his or her market.

You can’t out-compete BELFOR, and unlike the rest of the industry, there’s still plenty of room for 1-800 WATER DAMAGE to grow.…

Footprints Floors – This Finance Expert Seized our Affordable Franchise Opportunity!

We’re offering an affordable franchise opportunity in a SURGING industry, so it’s not surprising that our growth shows no signs of stopping!

Footprints Floors has a new owner, Chico Negual. He was so confident in our franchise that he didn’t just buy one, but three territories in West Houston, Texas!

We got the chance to talk to Chico and see what his experience was, learn more about him, his background, and what led him to become a Franchise Owner.

From Finance to Flooring

Chico has an impressive list of qualifications. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from the University of Arkansas, a Master’s Degree in Finance and Economics from West Texas University, a certification in Quantitative Finance, and also has Project Management Professional PMP certification.

Both Chico and his wife were originally from Jacksonville, Arkansas, and relocated to Houston in 2014. He’s owned a lab testing franchise in the past, from 2009-2014, but t…

Footprints Floors – Should I Invest in a Home Improvement Franchise or Start One From Scratch?

The pandemic has certainly been bad news for several sectors but it has put the housing and home improvement markets on an upward trend in an already surging industry.

If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, home improvement is undoubtedly one of the best sectors to get into. But should you invest in a home improvement franchise or start an independent business from scratch?

Before we get into that, it’s good to understand why these are good times for home improvement. The first reason has to do with the amount of time people are spending at their homes. With more and more people working from home, there’s an increasing need for renovating residences. As folks spend more time at home, it’s only natural that they’d think about improving their surroundings.

Although companies may start functioning again as before once a significant proportion of people are vaccinated, numerous organizations are likely to move to a hybrid model of remote and on-site work to …