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Handyman Connection Recognized in the 2022 Home Improvement Pro List by Qualified Remodeler

December 29, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // BLUE ASH, OHIO – Handyman Connection is happy to announce its inclusion in the 2022 Home Improvement Pro List by Qualified Remodeler.

“Being recognized like this by the Qualified Remodeler team is an amazing way to end the year,” said President and CEO of Handyman Connection, Jeff Wall. “We look to ride this momentum and continue our reputation into 2023 and many years ahead.”

Handyman Connection services a variety of home improvement and repair needs from carpentry, flooring, and electrical work to painting, plumbing, and remodeling. Even if Handyman Connection can’t provide a specific service for any reason, the brand’s expansive network of local craftsmen allows them to refer one who can get the job done right. Handyman Connection’s core values of delivering on its commitments, respecting its connections, practicing continuous improvement, and having pride in what they do have allowed the brand to uphol…

CertaPro Painters® Raises Over $150k for Breast Cancer Research

North American painting franchise surpasses fundraising goal and could help fund over 3,000 hours of life-saving research

December 27, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // AUDUBON, PA - CertaPro Painters® surpassed its goal for its fourth annual Paint it Pink campaign, raising $152,980 for breast cancer research. This money will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) and Breast Cancer Society of Canada (BCSC) and could help fund over 3,000 hours of life-saving research for breast cancer or enroll 61 patients into clinical trials.

From Oct. 1 to Nov. 30, 153 participating franchisees throughout the U.S. and Canada donated a portion of every painting project to the Paint it Pink campaign. In previous years, the set donation amount was $10 per project, but this year, franchisees could choose whether to donate $10, $15, or $20. With this generosity, CertaPro Painters® was able to surpass its initial goal of $120k and increase the funds raised…

Always Best Care | Local Couple Pursues Business Dream As New Owners Of Always Best Care Charlotte

ROSEVILLE, CA // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // December 22, 2022 - Always Best Care Senior Services announced today that Gary and Jill Jewell are the new owners of the Charlotte franchise. Always Best Care of Charlotte has been serving Mecklenburg County residents since 2010. The Jewells and their team of caregivers provide non-medical in-home care and senior living referral services to communities.

"Gary and Jill have been working in and serving the Charlotte community for well over two decades, and with Jill's nursing background and Gary's experience in accounting, they are an ideal match for our business model," said Jake Brown, President and CEO of Always Best Care. "The growing senior population and their families in Charlotte are in knowledgeable, compassionate hands as the Jewells realize their dream of business ownership with Always Best Care."

Natives of Ohio, Gary and Jill have lived in Charlotte since 1996. Gary is an Air Force veteran and had …

NerdsToGo® Caps Off Successful 2022 Entering New Markets and Unveiling a New Look

Leading technology brand continues growth trajectory into the new year

December 21, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // CARROLLTON, TEXAS - NerdsToGo®, a leading information technology (IT) solutions and technology repair services franchise for both business and home, ended the year with expansion into new markets and an updated look following a brand refinement earlier this year.

The fast growing brand brought its services to multiple new markets in 2022 including Tigard, OR; Wilmington, NC; Greenbook, NJ; and Everett, WA with a continued focus on driving IT solutions for small to medium-sized businesses, as well as the individual who needs help with personal computers.

“NerdsToGo’s growth throughout 2022 is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our franchisees, the quality of our services and the strength of our business model,” said Mark Jameson, chief development officer at Propelled Brands, parent company of…

Assisted Living Locators Brand President Angela Olea Named 2023 McKnight’s Pinnacle Award Winner

December 21, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // PHOENIX, Ariz. - McKnight’s selected an elite class of industry professionals to be inducted into the inaugural 2023 Pinnacle Awards class, including Angela Olea, Brand President of Assisted Living Locators, a nationwide no-cost senior placement and referral service.

McKnight’s first-ever Pinnacle Awards honors industry veterans who have set standards, driven change, and provided guidance and inspiration to peers and the senior care, skilled nursing or home care sector at large.

Olea is an accomplished business leader in the senior care industry. A registered nurse, she initially launched Assisted Living Locators in response to seeing aging patients have unnecessary hospital readmissions and a lack of community support.

Under her stewardship, Assisted Living Locators is setting the standard for care transition. Her company is also the first senior placement service to achieve system certificatio…

Pillar To Post | Local Couple Brings Home Inspection Company To Denver Area

December 21, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // DENVER, CO - "One piece of advice I know we can give, to home buyers, sellers, and realtors,” said Ted Xavier and Yvette Lo, the new owners of Pillar To Post Home Inspectors, serving Centennial, Aurora, and Erie. “Don’t skip your home inspection, no matter what!”

As far as choosing home inspection as a new career, these are industry facts: The U.S. building inspector industry, measured by revenue, is estimated to have a market size of $4.9 billion in 2022, according to global research firm IBISWorld.

Launching operations in December, the Aurora couple - Ted is 42 and Yvette, 39 - have backgrounds that will mesh perfectly with their new endeavor. And not only that, franchise ownership will fulfill some important goals for each of them.

Having come from the corporate world, Ted is looking forward to everyday life as a small-business owner as opposed to being a cog in a corporation. “In my 15-year c…

Blue Moon Estate Sales Awards Its Highest Honor To Franchisee At Annual Conference

Estate sale franchise hosts annual conference to recognize franchisees for success in 2022 and share new initiatives to better serve customers

December 22, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // Raleigh, NC - Blue Moon Estate Sales awarded the 2022 Franchisee of the Year award to Laura Melish of Centennial and Aurora, CO at the company’s annual conference held Dec. 6-8th in Charlotte, NC.

The franchisee of the year is awarded to the Blue Moon owner who not only demonstrated excellent success in growing their business, but also selflessly supports and promotes the Blue Moon system.

"Laura is an example of what it means to be a successful business owner and meaningful member of the communities she serves," said Bob Lang, president of Blue Moon Estate Sales. “Laura gives of herself by always being available to take a phone call and to help fellow Blue Moon owners. With strong customer and client experience skills, she dr…

DoodyCalls Pet Waste Removal to Scoop Poop in Knoxville

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // Dec. 19, 2022 - DoodyCalls is opening of an office in Knoxville, Tennessee.

A longtime Tennessee resident and a lifelong lover of canines, Tony DaSilveira was looking for an opportunity to create his own business and expand upon his customer service skills. After years in the restaurant industry and decades in minor league baseball operations, DaSilveira decided to embark on a franchising journey with DoodyCalls.

"Franchising with DoodyCalls allows me to lean into my passion for people and their pets while creating a business of my own," said Tony DaSilveira owner and operator of DoodyCalls of East Tennessee. "I'm looking forward to creating even deeper ties in my community and offering my neighbors a service they will appreciate."

DaSilveira is looking forward to presenting a much needed and helpful service to his community and has his eye on expansion in the coming years. He plans to give bac…

Right at Home Franchises Recognized With Caring.com’s “Caring Star of 2023” Award

December 20, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // OMAHA, NEB. - Caring.com, a trusted resource for families looking for in-home care for their aging loved ones, released its “Caring Stars” list for 2023. The list, based on consumer ratings and reviews, features the top senior care agencies in the United States every year.

Right at Home, one of the world’s leading providers of in-home care for seniors and adults with disabilities, is pleased to announce that of the 391 senior care agencies receiving the Caring Star of 2023 award, 166 are Right at Home agencies. This achievement makes Right at Home No. 1 in the nation for the fifth consecutive year.

The Caring.com list also highlights those organizations recognized as “Caring Super Stars of 2023.” These agencies received the Caring Star award for 2023 and two or more years since 2017. There were 305 senior care agencies that earned the Caring Super Star of 2023 award, and of those, 149 are Right at Home age…

Critter Control Announces the Opening of its Newest Franchise Location in Macon, Georgia

December 19, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // MACON, GA - Critter Control is pleased to announce the grand opening of its newest franchise location in Macon, Georgia. The new location will be owned and operated by Andy Border.

“Georgia is home to a variety of wildlife, and we want to provide a safe environment for anyone who unexpectedly comes into contact with local animals,” said Andy Border, Owner of Critter Control of Macon. “Born and raised in Georgia, I’m excited to supply the community with the best wildlife control service in central Georgia by being honest and ethical, no matter the situation.”

Macon offers an ideal climate for a variety of wildlife. With warm temperatures running through the area, residents typically notice higher rates of wildlife interactions. Georgia has 15 species of bats, many endangered but all can cause issues throughout the year and should only be handled by professionals. It is quite common for residents to experien…

Authority Brands Acquires The Junkluggers

COLUMBIA, Md. // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // Dec. 16, 2022 - Authority Brands announced today the purchase of The Junkluggers. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

The Junkluggers is an eco-friendly junk removal franchise focused on customer service and bettering the environment in communities around the country. Founded by Josh Cohen in 2004, The Junkluggers made it their mission to disrupt the junk removal industry by instituting sustainable practices to divert waste from landfills through recycling, donations to charities, and innovative concepts like Remix Market, a secondhand marketplace.

Companies under the Authority Brands umbrella include leading home service brands America's Swimming Pool Company, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, The Cleaning Authority, Color World Painting, DoodyCalls, DRYmedic Restoration Services, Homewatch CareGivers, Mister Sparky, Monster Tree Service, Mosquito Squad, One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning, STOP…

Garage Living | Garage Transformation Company Opens Location in Raleigh, NC

Garage Living Redefines the Garage as a Valuable Space That Reflects The Homeowner’s Lifestyle

December 14, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // - This October, Steve Fling opened his first Garage Living franchise in Raleigh. Garage Living, the premium garage transformation company in the US and Canada, provides clients with functional spaces that maximize usable areas and can be enjoyed year-round.

Originally from upstate New York, Fling graduated from Brockport State School where he studied Business Management and Sports Management. He later moved to San Diego where he spent 21 years working in sales for a company specializing in aeronautics and airplanes. His work meant that he spent half of each year on the road, away from his wife and daughter.

Two years ago, the Fling’s were craving a change of pace and were drawn to the family-oriented nature of North Carolina. After making the move and speaking with another Garage Living franchise owner,…