ED’S STORY
Ed Rauch is one of those people who has done a little bit of everything as a career. He has been a teacher and school administrator, owned an insurance agency, and served as the executive vice president of a college. Now add to his resume’ owner of Dryer Vent Wizard® of Greater Cincinnati.
Ed enjoys being a franchise owner because he can combine his love of working with his hands with finding solutions for customers while keeping them safe from fire. He’s focused on growing the business and enjoys training and mentoring employees. As a franchise owner, Ed meets new people every day, makes his own schedule, leads a team, and contributes to his community — his definition of “the risk is worth the reward.”
“I enjoy working and enjoy helping others. I invest in my employees to provide quality customer service to our customers.”
Year opened: 2006
Question: Number of employees: 12
Question: Why franchise? I didn’t want to work for someone else. I wanted to be my own boss.
Question: Best advice you’ve received? Surround yourself with people who you can invest in to help them grow into better individuals.
Question: How is your franchise business able to contribute to the community and help others? Help others who couldn’t otherwise afford our services and provide services for the largest Ronald McDonald House in the country.
Question: What is your favorite hobby? I love working outside.