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BrightStar Care® Names Pete First as Chief Development Officer

GURNEE, ILL. // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // February 28, 2022 - BrightStar Care announced today that Pete First has been promoted to Chief Development Officer. After serving as BrightStar Care’s Senior Vice President Franchise Development since 2018, where he grew the number of locations to 365, he is now taking the next step in his career entering the C-Suite.

As Chief Development Officer, First will be responsible for recruiting new franchise owners for all three brands under the BrightStar Group Holdings umbrella: BrightStar Care, BrightStar Senior Living®, and BrightStar Care® Homes™ and will lead operations for start-up brands, BrightStar Senior Living, and BrightStar Care Homes. First will also support the brand's expansion into new markets and territories, bringing opportunities for better experiences for clients in our communities. First’s promotion comes after taking on an expanded role over sales and operations for the BrightStar Senior Living bra…

NerdsToGo Seeks Franchise Expansion in Milwaukee, With Goal Set to Develop Eight New Units in the Market

Leading computer and technology repair service seeks to provide assistance to small-and-medium sized businesses in a new market

February 17, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // CARROLLTON, TEXAS - NerdsToGo, a leading computer and technology repair services franchise, is looking to expand its presence in Milwaukee by approximately eight units, as the increasing demand for in-home technology solutions continues to rise.

“With so many businesses offering remote work for their employees, the services NerdsToGo provides are more valuable now than ever before,” said Mark Jameson, chief support and development officer at Propelled Brands. “NerdsToGo has an amazing opportunity in the Milwaukee market, and we are confident that our proven business model along with the support and resources provided, will allow our franchisees to thrive.”

The NerdsToGo business model has created a culture of excellence where Nerds are giv…

NerdsToGo® Recognizes Franchisee of the Year at Inaugural 2022 Convention

March 28, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // CARROLLTON, Texas - NerdsToGo®, a growing IT services franchise brand providing IT solutions for small business and home, awarded the Franchisee of the Year to Rory Dunnaback of Milwaukie, Oregon at the Inaugural 2022 NerdsToGo Convention.

"I feel honored,” Rory said of receiving the award. “I think it’s a testament to the hard work our team has done. ” He added that he really appreciated the empathetic and expert leadership of the Propelled Brands Team. “I feel super fortunate to get to work with them on a regular basis!"

The Nerdy Award recognizes a franchisee that best represents the concept and the spirit of the NerdsToGo name, both in the business community and within the network, according to Jim Howe, President of NerdsToGo. The award acknowledges an individual that excels in helping customers and employees achieve their objectives and realize their full potent…

LIME Painting Continues their 2021 Success into the New Year

January 07, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // DENVER, CO - LIME Painting is gearing up for a busy year after rounding out 2021 with more locations, new hirings, and a new franchisee event. The brand opened 20 new locations throughout 2021, raising their total number of locations from 10 to 30 in operation. The brand is also happy to say that they will be closing out the year with 60 locations still in various levels of development throughout the United States including Indianapolis, Austin, and Oklahoma.

“I am tremendously proud of the work that we have done in 2021,” said Nick Lopez, CEO and Founder of LIME Painting. “Despite it being an unpredictable year, we were able to open 20 new LIME Painting locations throughout the country. I credit this to our amazing work culture, our new hirings to add to our determined team and the entire LIME Painting family.”

LIME Painting has big plans for 2022, including new service…

LIME Painting Ranked Among Top Franchises In Entrepreneur’s Highly Competitive Franchise 500®

January 12, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // DENVER, CO - LIME Painting was recognized as one of the top 500 franchises in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500®, the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking. The 43rd annual Entrepreneur Franchise 500® is a highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry. Recognized as an invaluable resource for potential franchisees, the 2022 Franchise 500® ranks LIME Painting as 468 for its outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power. The brand opened 20 new locations throughout 2021, raising their total number of locations from 10 to 30 in operation. The brand is also happy to say that they will be closing out the year with 60 locations still in various levels of development throughout the United States including Indianapolis, Austin, and Oklahoma.

“The past year has been one of the most challenging for busines…

LIME Painting Franchise Opens in Atlanta

Local entrepreneur brings LIME Painting’s award-winning painting and restoration services to Georgia

March 23, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // ATLANTA, GA - LIME Painting is kicking off the new year with its first location in Georgia. With the help of Atlanta native and franchise owner, Andrew Taulbee, LIME Painting will provide over 40 painting and restoration services to luxury homes and businesses in Atlanta and its northeastern suburbs starting on April 4, 2022.

“Being an Atlanta native, I truly understand what this community needs and I can confidently say that a niche brand like LIME Painting will be successful here,” said Andrew Taulbee, Atlanta LIME Painting Franchisee. “I’m passionate about giving back to my community, so I’m thrilled that I have a new opportunity to keep doing what I love. There are plenty of high-end customers in this market and I can’t wait to give them the top-notch value that they are looki…

LIME Painting Continues Expansion with New Locations in California, Georgia, and Texas

March 02, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // DENVER, Colo. - LIME Painting is continuing its expansion by opening three locations in new markets such as San Diego, San Antonio, and Atlanta in April of 2022. These new additions are another step in the right direction towards bringing their expertise in over 40 painting and restoration services to even more luxury homes and businesses nationwide. LIME Painting has proven that they have been meeting this demand, resulting in an extremely successful year in franchising. LIME has expanded from seven to 60 franchise locations across 16 states.

At the age of 19, Nick Lopez founded his first painting LLC to help pay for his college tuition and textbooks. A short while later, Lopez discovered that the company he started out of necessity turned into a passion for home improvement, which became the driving force to build his business and set the standard for excellence in a niche category. After graduating in 2013, h…

Window World | American Flag Stops at Headquarters During Old Glory Relay To Be Honored by Local Community

Window World Hosts Free Flag Exchange for Local Community to Greet Veterans and Supporters Passing Through the Tar Heel State on Their 2,400-mile journey with the American Flag

October 13, 2021 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // N. WILKESBORO, NC - Window World, an exterior remodeling franchise, is proud to host a free flag exchange for the local community at its headquarters on October 16. The event will rally a crowd to support Team Red, White & Blue’s Old Glory Relay as it reaches North Carolina on its 2,400-mile journey.

Commemorating the 20th anniversary of one of America’s darkest days, Team RWB’s Old Glory Relay began on 9/11 in New York City. During the epic two-month journey, supporters work together to walk, run and ruck the American Flag through nine states, culminating at its final destination in Atlanta, Georgia, on Veterans Day.

Window World invites families and friends to its headquarters on October 16 at 118 Shaver Street in Nor…

Window World Reaches Milestone of $13 Million to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Over 13 Years

Contributions From Exterior Remodeling Company Hits Major Goal

December 22, 2021 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // N. WILKESBORO, N.C. - Window World® is thrilled to present St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® with a donation of $474,000 - which brings the total amount the company has raised for St. Jude kids for over the last 13 years to just over $13 million.

“We at Window World are blown away by the passion put into our fundraising efforts for St. Jude. This milestone donation would not have been possible without the hard work and generosity of our franchise owners, our customers and our strategic partners,” said Tammy Whitworth, Chairman & CEO of Window World. “St. Jude depends on the kindness of others to support its mission to provide support and services to children and their families in their time of need - something which is truly invaluable.”

St. Jude is dedicated to advancing cures and prevention for…

Window World | Homeowners Save Money with Energy Efficiency as Costs Everywhere Skyrocket

Window World Creates ‘Weather the Inflation Storm’ Checklist To Help Homeowners Save Money

NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C. // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // February 09, 2022 - As if the cost to run a household wasn’t already expensive, now prices everywhere are sky-high… and getting higher! From the grocery store checkout line to the thermostat, homeowners are forking over too much cash to simply stay afloat.

One easy way homeowners can save money is by saving energy at home. Home repair experts at Window World, America’s largest replacement window and exterior remodeling company, created the Window World ‘Weather the Inflation Storm’ Checklist to help homeowners save money.

“The cost to run a home and take care of a family gets more expensive every year,” says Window World Chairman and CEO Tammy Whitworth. “To lend a hand, we created the Window World ‘Weather the Inflation Storm’ Checklist to help homeowners save money where it really counts.”

Con…

Window World Ranks as a Top Franchise in Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500

Replacement Window and Exterior Remodeling Franchise Earns Coveted Spot in Annual List

NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C. // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // February 28, 2022 - Window World®, a replacement window and exterior remodeling company, is thrilled to rank on the prestigious Entrepreneur Franchise 500® for the third year in a row. Window World ranked No. 384 this year for its outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power.

Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 is the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking. Placement in the Franchise 500 is a highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry.

“Being named to the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list is a high honor. To do it three years in a row is an incredible achievement. It truly reflects Window World’s solid business model and strength as a franchise opportunity,” says Window World Chairman a…

DreamMaker Wins Top Award for Franchisee Satisfaction

March 02, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen has received a 2022 Franchisee Satisfaction Award by Franchise Business Review in recognition of it being one of the nation’s top 200 companies.

Each year the industry trade publication ranks the 200 best franchise opportunities, based on results of an independent survey of thousands of franchise business owners and their franchisees.

Franchise Business Review, a franchise market research firm that performs independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction, provides the only rankings and awards for franchise companies based solely on actual franchisee satisfaction and performance.

“The brands that make up Franchise Business Review’s Top Franchises are more than just award winners - they are the brands that provide superior training and support to their franchisees and care enough to ask them what they really think,” according to the fir…