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19 06, 2019

AtWork Group’s Las Vegas Franchisee Tacks on Phoenix and Tyler Locations

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-06-19T13:49:28-04:00June 19th, 2019|Tags: AtWork Group, franchise growth, staffing franchise, temp-to-hire and direct-hire services, top franchise opportunity by Franchise Gator for 2019|

Leading staffing franchisee expands Southwest footprint

PHOENIX — AtWork Group, one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing staffing franchises, announced today the addition of new offices in Phoenix and Tyler, adding to its presence in the area. The new branches will offer staffing solutions for the communities of the greater Phoenix area and Maricopa County as well as the greater Tyler area and Smith County.

The new locations will be led by Kelly Young and CJ Rodriquez, who have over forty years of combined staffing industry experience, most recently spearheading the success of AtWork’s Las Vegas branch. The duo’s goal is to continue to infuse themselves in the local communities and provide a solid foundation for the area’s employees and businesses to grow and develop. In turn, this will allow new employees the opportunity to provide a solid financial future for their families.

“We are excited to see one of AtWork’s most successful franchisees expand its business to make Arizona’s and Texas’s economies grow, mimicking the accomplishments it’s seen in Las Vegas,” said Jason Leverant, president and COO of AtWork Group. “America’s fifth largest city is also one of the best staffing markets and we’re eager to bring our best-in-industry service to Phoenix. Also, Tyler is an economic hub in northeast Texas, so we will hit the ground running here too. Having the opportunity to help the economic development in these states is exciting.”

The new Phoenix office is located at 2432 W Peoria Ave. Suite 1285 and the new Tyler office is located at 5528 Old Bullard Rd. Suite 109. It will provide staffing assistance to the healthcare, professional, commercial and government industries facilitating temporary, temp-to-hire and full-time placements. The Phoenix business may be reached at (602) 242-0444 and Tyler may be reached at (903) 508-4925.

AtWork Group was recently ranked in: Forbes’ America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms and America’s Best Professional Recruiting Firms, Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500®, Franchise Times’ Fast & Serious, Franchise Times’ Top 200+ and Inc. Magazine’s Inc. 5000.

For more information please visit https://www.atwork.com.

About AtWork Group

AtWork Group is an industry leading staffing franchise, based in Knoxville, Tennessee. Providing temporary, temp-to-hire and direct-hire services across industries, AtWork specializes in three lines of service – AtWork Personnel, AtWork Medical and AtWork Search. There are 75 locations across 27 states, with the goal to reach 325 by 2029. AtWork franchisees execute region-based decisions that make a difference in their local economies to strengthen their communities. The company facilitated 50,000 hires last year. For more information about franchise opportunities, visit www.AtWorkfranchise.com.

19 06, 2019

AlphaGraphics, Inc. Affiliate Acquires Australian Based Company Print Speak

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-06-19T13:41:52-04:00June 19th, 2019|Tags: AlphaGraphics, marketing products and solutions, print and marketing franchise, printing services franchise, visual communications|

LAKEWOOD, Colo. — AlphaGraphics, Inc., an MBE Worldwide company, announced today the acquisition of Print Speak by its parent company, U.S. Business Holdings, Inc. Based in Australia, Print Speak provides a range of complementary and extended software services to support AlphaGraphics’ continued growth plans. Print Speak is one of the industry’s leading providers of business intelligence, customer management and marketing automation services.

Print Speak’s expertise in providing easy-to-use software for the print and marketing space will continue to enhance AlphaGraphics while providing Print Speak additional growth opportunities in the United States and international markets. “Print Speak provides an exciting expansion for AlphaGraphics and MBE Worldwide around better CRM with marketing automation,” says Ryan Farris, President and COO of AlphaGraphics. “The additional capabilities strengthen and extend the services offered by both AlphaGraphics and MBE to enhance our complete, customer-centric sales and marketing approach.” Print and marketing clients will benefit from shared plans to meet increasing demand for timely customer communications across all media, as well as offering more targeted marketing to new clients. The acquisition of Print Speak supports AlphaGraphics’ plans for growth with a vision to become the leading franchisor in print and marketing services. Richard Baker, Print Speak General Manager also commented on the acquisition adding, “The acquisition of Print Speak provides a crucial expansion opportunity and extended services for AlphaGraphics, Print Speak and our clients. With the stability and ultimate backing of one of the world’s leading franchisors, MBE, Print Speak customers will benefit from improved products, services and innovation.” Both Print Speak and AlphaGraphics will continue to trade under their own names providing premier products and services to the print and marketing industry.

About AlphaGraphics

AlphaGraphics, Inc., with more than 250 locations in 5 countries, is one of the largest U.S.-based networks of locally-owned and operated Business Centers offering a complete range of print, visual communications, and marketing products and solutions including: full-service digital, offset, and large format printing; design services; mailing; one-to-one marketing solutions; promotional products; web to print solutions. For more information about AlphaGraphics services and/or franchise opportunities, visit www.alphagraphics.com.

About MBE Worldwide

MBE Worldwide S.p.A. (“MBE”), a privately-owned holding company based in Milan, Italy, is a third-party provider of shipping, fulfillment, printing and marketing solutions to small and medium enterprises and retail consumers via a network of independently owned and operated franchised locations. MBE Service Centers facilitate the activities of entrepreneurs, people and businesses through an easy-to-access distribution network and customized services and products delivered with a distinguished and unique level of customer service. MBE presently operates under three different brands: Mail Boxes Etc. (outside the United States and Canada), AlphaGraphics and PostNet and its global network counts currently 2,550+ locations in 47 countries, with FY2018 System-wide Sales of €861($956) Million.

18 06, 2019

N-Hance Seeks Master Franchise Owners In Gulf Cooperation Council Nations

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-06-18T11:00:47-04:00June 18th, 2019|Tags: hardwood floor refinishing industry, home remodeling, innovative floor sanding service, kitchen cabinet refinishing, N-Hance Wood Refinishing|

Dynamic wood-refinishing brand continues rapid global expansion

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — N-Hance, a U.S.-based, rapidly growing wood-refinishing and refreshing franchise opportunity, is seeking Master Franchise Owners in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain and Oman as it continues to build its international presence through a highly successful international-expansion program.

N-Hance is a unique wood-refinishing business providing consumers affordable wood refreshing, including the ability to change wood colors, in flooring, cabinetry, siding, furniture and trim refinishing, at a fraction of the cost of new cabinetry or floors. N-Hance launched in 2006, began its global expansion in 2018 and already has more than 500 franchises around the world. Its Master Franchise Owner program provides entrepreneurs ownership rights to an entire region or country, where they have the right to develop as many franchise locations as they can in that area.

“N-Hance has the products, services and technology that are beneficial to consumers anywhere — it’s a business that transcends borders,” said Joe Manuszak, Vice President of Global Development. “And on the ownership side, we have created a business model designed to perform well in any market, which is why our international footprint is enlarging at such a rapid pace.”

“N-Hance Master Franchise Owners and their teams provide a full roster of wood refreshing and refinishing services, from floor and other timber renewal to complete cabinet makeovers through color renewal or replacement, all of which are in high demand in their countries,” Manuszak added. “N-Hance’s fast, durable services, market-competitive pricing and industry-leading technology, such as Lightspeed, are creating substantial opportunities for N-Hance Master Franchise Owners in the global marketplace.”

Master Franchise Owners enter their markets and expand rapidly in two main ways: open and operate their own locations to establish and grow market share, and then reach out and onboard entrepreneurs, who will operate their own sub-franchise locations under the Master Franchise Owner’s control and supervision.

“N-Hance has already established footholds in countries around the world, thanks to entrepreneurs who see the amazing opportunity this brand offers to their personal business-growth goals, as well as what it can do to provide steady employment and boost the local economy,” Manuszak said.

To learn more about N-Hance and its international franchise opportunities, visit nhanceinternational.com.

ABOUT N-HANCE WOOD REFINISHING™

Founded in 2001, N-Hance Wood Refinishing is based in Logan, Utah and is a trusted partner of the Home Depot, with a presence in more than 1,200 locations. N-Hance Wood Refinishing has more than 500 franchises across the United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand and is backed by Harris Research, Inc., the same company that grew Chem-Dry into the world’s largest carpet cleaning company.

18 06, 2019

FirstLight Home Care Joins the Alzheimer’s Association in The Longest Day 2019

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-06-18T10:45:07-04:00June 18th, 2019|Tags: assisted living communities, FirstLight Home Care, non-medical home care, nursing homes, retirement communities|

June 21st: The day with the most light is the day we fight

CINCINNATI — On June 21, FirstLight® Home Care will raise funds and awareness to advance the Alzheimer’s Association’s care, support and research programs for The Longest Day®. The home care company has created a Global Team and invited its franchise locations across the country to join in the fight to end Alzheimer’s.

“FirstLight Home Care is honored to support the Alzheimer’s Association’s efforts to raise awareness and funds in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease,” said Rebecca Rushing BSN, RN, Director of Client Care Services for FirstLight. “Several of our employees have been affected by this devastating disease. We also take care of many clients and families who are living with Alzheimer’s. We recognize the importance of participating in activities such as The Longest Day that help bring the disease out of the shadows.”

The Longest Day is held on June 21 – the summer solstice and the day with the most light. Thousands of participants across the world will come together to fight the darkness of Alzheimer’s through an activity of their choice. FirstLight Home Care offices in the company’s more than 175 markets across the U.S. will participate in a variety of activities and events to shine a light on the 5.7 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease and the more than 16 million family members and friends providing care and support.

FirstLight teams will raise funds through events and activities in their local markets, such as bake sales, chili cook-offs, health fairs and more. Some will also hold Ageless Grace fitness classes that are open to the public. Ageless Grace is a fitness and wellness program that seeks to improve health and well-being, reduce stress, keep the brain agile and keep the body responsive. The nominal class registration fee from each event will be donated to The Longest Day.

“We are thrilled to partner with Ageless Grace on The Longest Day,” added Rushing. “Last year, we began offering Ageless Grace training to our franchise owners and managers who, in turn, have trained their caregivers. The customized curriculum was developed by Denise Medved, founder and creator of Ageless Grace, specifically for FirstLight Home Care. The program has been wonderful for our clients who are experiencing cognitive decline.”

Key facts about Alzheimer’s include:

Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States.
More than 5 million Americans are living with the disease.
16 million family and friends provide unpaid care to people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias in the United States.
Every 65 seconds, someone in the United States develops Alzheimer’s.
In 2018, more than 16 million caregivers of people living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias provided an estimated 18.5 billion hours of unpaid care, a contribution to the nation valued at nearly $234 billion.
In 2019, Alzheimer’s disease will cost the United States $290 billion. This number is projected to rise to more than $1.1 trillion in 2050.

The FirstLight Home Office Headquarters in Cincinnati will be holding several fundraising events as well from June 21 through August all in support of The Longest Day. For more information about Alzheimer’s disease, visit the Alzheimer’s Association at alz.org.

FirstLight Home Care – The Longest Day Fundraiser

About FirstLight Home Care

FirstLight Home Care is a leading provider of non-medical home care, helping individuals in more than 30 states achieve the quality of life they deserve. The company has set a new standard in home care by creating an unmatched Culture of Care that drives industry-leading client and employee satisfaction. FirstLight is a lifeline not only for seniors, but for people recovering from illness, injury or surgery, adults with disabilities, veterans, busy families, and anyone 18 and older who needs personal or companion care services. FirstLight Home Care’s mission is to deliver exceptional, compassionate care provided by extraordinary people so that all those who are served may age with comfort, dignity and independence in the place they call home. FirstLight is also proud to champion the family caregivers who give countless hours of care to their loved ones every day by providing the resources and support needed to help them maintain balance in their own lives. Visit FirstLightHomeCare.com. Connect with FirstLight on Facebook and Twitter.

17 06, 2019

Why are women so great at franchising?

Alesia Visconti2019-06-17T12:13:41-04:00June 17th, 2019|

They say it’s a man’s world out there, but not where franchising is concerned! Women are taking the franchising business by storm, and with good reason. Below are just a few of them.

Serious organizational skills

Women are great at organizing (we’re looking at you, Martha Stewart!) – one of the key skills needed to successfully manage a franchise. Part of putting the right things and people in the right places is an eye for detail, as well as the ability to prioritize. It turns out women have these abilities in spades!

Amazing adaptability

Don’t think that just because a person works wonders with organizing means they’re glued to their plan. Franchisors need to remain flexible, which a lot of women already are (balancing home and work expectations much?). Ladies can think on their feet, and adapt quickly when they see something is – or isn’t – working.

Seamless communication

Anyone who is looking at a successful businesswoman is probably looking at someone who is a master communicator. Although women’s communication methods may differ from men’s, they know how to get their point across to staff, vendors, franchisors and their customers or clients.

Fiscally sound

Women aren’t about to part with their hard-earned dollars without a reason. When they do open franchises, they tend to be cautious with finances, which means they’re willing to start small in order to grow their franchise in the black.

Let’s hear it for the ladies!

13 06, 2019

New Oasis Senior Advisors Franchisees Dedicated to Helping Others

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-06-13T15:06:54-04:00June 13th, 2019|Tags: Alzheimer's research, elder law, hospital discharge, Oasis Senior Advisors, senior housing, senior housing placement network, senior living community advisors, specialty care, transitional housing solutions|

Couple makes finding senior housing simple at no cost

BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. — A healthcare industry veteran and an award-winning community volunteer are the newest Oasis Senior Advisors. Illinois natives Kristy and Mark Malone bring an experienced, warmhearted approach to the Oasis Senior Advisors Algonquin franchise serving the northwest Chicago suburbs.

Kristy has spent most of her career as a medical assistant, working closely with patients and their insurance companies, and providing care and a compassionate ear when needed. Mark won the Bloomingdale Volunteer of the Year Award in 2016 for his more than 10 years of service to children in the community.

“The right people make all the difference, and we take special care to choose advisors who are truly dedicated to helping seniors and their families through one of the most challenging transitions of their lives,” Oasis Senior Advisors CEO Tim Evankovich said. “Mark and Kristy are people you can count on to stay with you, every step of the way.”

Navigating the maze of senior housing options is difficult, as the Malones can attest from their own family experience, but Oasis Senior Advisors are there to help make it simple. They research the options, use OasisIQ™ software to identify the best fits and join in as seniors tour the communities. All of it comes at no cost to the seniors and their families.

“We watched as Mark’s parents served as primary care facilitators for their loved ones and witnessed the struggles they encountered along the way in finding the best care for them,” Kristy Malone said. “We just knew there had to be an easier way. As an Oasis Senior Advisor, we now know that we can provide that easier way.”

The approach has proven successful, as Oasis Senior Advisors has quickly grown to nearly 100 locations across the U.S. since it was founded in 2014. The Bonita Springs, Florida-based franchisor was named to the GrowFL Florida Companies to Watch list in 2018.

Visit oasissenioradvisors.com to learn about the company’s rapid ascent and to find out about franchise opportunities.

About Oasis Senior Advisors

Founded in 2014 by Tim Evankovich, Oasis Senior Advisors provides free, personalized help finding transitional housing solutions that best fit the needs of seniors and their families. This includes senior housing, hospital discharge, elder law, specialty care, and more. The company, based in Bonita Springs, Florida, operates a growing number of franchises across the U.S. Their personalized and caring approach to aid seniors and their families has helped many achieve satisfaction, comfort and peace of mind. Through client satisfaction and its strong partnerships with many top-rated senior living communities and services in the country, Oasis Senior Advisors is positioned for continued growth. Franchise opportunities are available nationwide. Visit oasissenioradvisors.com or call 888-455-5838 to learn more.

12 06, 2019

Allegra Marketing Print Mail Teams with the American Red Cross for #MissingType Campaign

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-06-12T12:11:57-04:00June 12th, 2019|Tags: Allegra Marketing Print Mail, full-color printing, graphic design, mailing services, marketing and printing solutions, marketing strategy, online print management solutions, posters and banners, promotional products, signs|

PLYMOUTH, Mich. — To extend awareness of the need for blood donations, Allegra Marketing Print Mail is backing the annual American Red Cross Missing Types campaign. From June 11 – 30, sponsors are seeking new blood donors and encouraging past givers to “roll up their sleeves” and help meet the critical need for blood donations.

Summer is one of the most challenging times of the year for the Red Cross to collect blood and platelet donations with schools that host blood drives on break and many people enjoying vacation and other seasonal activities. Yet patients don’t get a vacation from needing lifesaving blood during the summer months. Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood, and it can only come from volunteer donors. Blood and platelets are needed for accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer or sickle cell disease.

New and current donors can do their important part to help fill in the missing types and ensure blood is available for patients in need. Visit www.redcross.org/Allegra to locate a blood drive location near you or make a monetary donation.

“The campaign draws attention to the ‘missing’ blood types by removing the letters A, B and O from brands’ logos, websites and social media pages,” said Jessica Eng, vice president of Marketing for Allegra Network. “We’re pleased to be a part of this important initiative that fulfills a critical need in communities across the country where our franchise owners live and work. Giving back is part of being a values-driven organization, and this is a perfect fit.”

Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood, according to the Red Cross. Survey data shows that about 45 percent of people know someone who’s been impacted by a blood transfusion, but only 3 percent of the U.S. population donates.

About Allegra Marketing Print Mail

Independently owned and operated Allegra centers offer comprehensive marketing and printing solutions for businesses and nonprofit organizations, including graphic design, marketing strategy, full-color printing, signs, posters and banners, mailing services, promotional products and online print management solutions.

Allegra Marketing Print Mail is a one-stop resource for strategic marketing and print communications with measurable results.

11 06, 2019

Expedia® CruiseShipCenters® Makes Waves in Florida with Aggressive Franchise Development Plans

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-06-11T13:17:51-04:00June 11th, 2019|Tags: booking cruises and vacations, brick and mortar travel agency, Expedia CruiseShipCenters, expert advice for travelers, top cruise travel agency franchise in North America, Vacation Consultants|

Cruise Industry Leader Announces New Multi-Unit Signed Agreements; Sets Growth Goal for 20 Additional Locations by 2024

ORLANDO, Fla. — Expedia CruiseShipCenters, the top cruise travel agency franchise in North America, has announced targeted expansion plans to bring additional retail travel franchise locations to Florida. Joining the 17 existing locations already open and operating across the state, three additional locations in development, and three recently signed multi-unit agreements, the leading travel franchise brand aims to have 20 more locations open and operating throughout Florida over the next five years.

Folded into an overall growth vision for the brand, its Florida development efforts are key to Expedia CruiseShipCenters’ goal to reach its 500-location milestone in North America over the next five years. Kickstarting this latest expansion are two locations set to open this summer in Ocoee and Plantation, and one location set to open this fall in the Bradenton area.

Multi-unit agreements have played a strong, strategic role in the brand’s rapid expansion across the state. So far in 2019, Expedia CruiseShipCenters has signed three multi-unit agreements that will bring a total of 10 new locations to Florida. Avid entrepreneur Kristan Hamill will bring four locations to the Brandon and Bradenton areas. After 15 years of growing 40 Domino’s franchises, Hamill was ready for her next adventure in travel. Edgardo Rivera, an emergency physician and former U.S. Air Force Officer, will bring three locations throughout Orlando, Kissimmee, and Lake County. Debbie Moreland, a former McDonald’s multi-unit franchisee, is pursuing a second-act career and will add three locations throughout the Jacksonville area. As the cruise industry continues to surge, Expedia CruiseShipCenters’ multi-unit franchise opportunity has provided eager Franchise Partners a path to entrepreneurship that allows for extensive growth.

“According to Cruise Lines International Association, 2.1 million people from Florida took a cruise in 2018, an increase of 14 percent from the previous year. As demand for cruising continues to increase with 30 million passengers expected to cruise in 2019, we are confident that the number of cruisers in Florida will continue to rise,” said Bob Tipple, Vice President, Franchising. “Florida is home to three of the busiest cruise ports in the world: Port Miami, Port Canaveral, and Port Everglades. With a total of five cruise ports in the state, more than any other in the U.S., we’re confident our strategic expansion will remain strong and steady.”

Expedia CruiseShipCenters awarded 26 new franchises, achieved over $790 million in gross bookings, and exhibited 17 percent year-over-year growth in 2018. Riding this wave of success, the brand plans to open even more locations this year with a particular focus throughout Florida including all across the Panhandle, including Tallahassee, Florida’s east coast, from Fort Lauderdale to Jacksonville, and South Florida, including the greater Miami area. The company is also focusing on a strategy to acquire independent travel agencies with great real estate locations and re-brand them under the Expedia CruiseShipCenters banner.

With plans to open 35 new franchise locations throughout 2019, Expedia CruiseShipCenters continues to provide business opportunities for driven team leaders who want to build income, equity, and a great lifestyle with a retail business they are passionate about.

For more information about franchise opportunities with Expedia CruiseShipCenters visit www.expediafranchise.com.

About Expedia CruiseShipCenters

Expedia CruiseShipCenters provides exceptional value and expert advice for travelers booking cruises and vacations through its network of over 291 retail travel agency franchises. As part of the Expedia Group family of brands, the company’s more than 6,400 Vacation Consultants facilitate the booking of a wide range of vacation products including cruises, flights, hotels, vacation packages, tours, excursions and more. The company has been navigating spectacular vacation experiences for customers across North America for 30 years. For more information on Expedia CruiseShipCenters, visit www.expediafranchise.com.

Expedia and CruiseShipCenters are trademarks or registered trademarks of Expedia, Inc. or its affiliates in the U.S. and/or other countries. Other logos or product and company names mentioned herein may be the property of their respective owners. © 2019 Expedia, Inc. All rights reserved. CST # 2029030-50 and CST # 20893-43

7 06, 2019

Staffing Industry Leader NEXTAFF Coming to North Dallas

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-06-07T12:01:20-04:00June 7th, 2019|Tags: administrative and healthcare staffing agency, identifying quality talent for businesses, NEXTAFF, recuiting franchise, staffing franchise, staffing solutions to businesses|

Premier staffing franchise plans to expand into thriving Texas market

DALLAS — NEXTAFF, an industry leader in identifying quality talent for businesses, announced today it is opening a staffing agency location in North Dallas.

The new office will initially offer staffing services in information technology and administrative industries.

“Dallas has one of the largest populations in the country, and it led the country in job growth last year,” said Cary Daniel, co-founder and director at NEXTAFF. “It’s even considered one of Forbes’ ‘Best Places for Business and Careers.’ The NEXTAFF system will allow the market to fill temporary positions, full-time positions and direct hires using our unparalleled method of acquiring talent. Dallas has a great deal of local talent to pull from, but it’s not just about finding talent. It’s about finding the best talent for each position.”

NEXTAFF offers a proprietary recruiting method called X-FACTOR™, which combines hiring methodologies that are statistically proven to outperform what typical staffing agency competitors and HR departments traditionally do. This methodology, combined with a robust back-office support structure, allows a staffing franchise office many distinct advantages over someone looking to start their own staffing agency.

“We recognize each client must be evaluated on a case-by-case basis,” Daniel said. “The NEXTAFF system isn’t a one-size-fits-all method and is instead customized for each client, based on their particular needs. While the requirements or industries may change, one thing always remains the same: our methodology can increase candidate quality by up to 100%. We look forward to bringing those same results to Dallas.”

About NEXTAFF

NEXTAFF helps companies identify, evaluate and acquire quality talent through our proprietary X-FACTOR™ model. Our comprehensive approach is designed to outperform a typical temp agency supplier model by up to 100 percent. Each temporary staffing office is locally owned and operated, which allows our clients to work directly with owners in hiring quality talent. As the franchise division of Malone Workforce Solutions, NEXTAFF offers a variety of custom solutions to industrial, administrative, professional, information technology and healthcare industries. NEXTAFF’s goal is to enable clients to concentrate on their core business activities while we identify, evaluate and acquire quality talent.

For more information about NEXTAFF’s services, visit https://www.nextaff.com/. Those interested in franchise opportunities can visit https://www.nextaff-franchise.com/.

5 06, 2019

Puroclean Achieves Record Attendance Numbers At 24th International Convention

Tatyana Stemkovski2019-06-05T17:44:01-04:00June 5th, 2019|Tags: biohazard cleanup, fire and smoke damage remediation, flood water removal, mold removal, PuroClean, water damage remediation|

Several Hundred Restoration and Remediation Franchise Owners, Team Members Participate in Five-Day Gathering in Detroit, MI

Tamarac, FL – PuroClean, a leading national restoration and remediation franchise, kicked off its 24^th annual convention with record-breaking attendance numbers this week as nearly 140 franchise owners gathered in Detroit, MI, alongside members of the PuroClean corporate team, for five days of continuing education, networking, and social festivities. Taking place at the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center, sessions so far have included workshops designed to help franchise owners improve their profitability and engagement.

“We are overwhelmed by the franchise owner turnout at this year’s convention and feel honored to have the opportunity to showcase our city to the community of people that continues to help grow PuroClean into a world-class brand,” said Mark W. Davis, Chairman and CEO of PuroClean. “When Vice Chairman Frank Torre and I bought PuroClean in 2015, we had dreams of one day sharing our hometown of Detroit with the company. It’s humbling to be able to boost our local economy by hosting our largest-ever convention in the city that has shaped so much of our lives and careers.”

On Sunday, June 2, following a welcome luncheon and vendor expo during the day, attendees gathered on the Ovation Yacht for a cruise along the Detroit River, which kicked off with remarks by Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and PuroClean President & COO Steve White. Duggan welcomed the PuroClean family to the Motor City and commended the impact PuroClean and its partner company, Signal Restoration Services, have had on the city. Franchise owners, vendors, support team members, and other guests enjoyed an evening of socializing, dining, and playing casino games on board the private yacht.

On Monday, June 3, more than 80 franchise owners and support team members headed to the prestigious Lochmoor Club in Grosse Pointe Woods for a golf outing on one of Michigan’s premier, century-old, 18-hole championship golf courses. Simultaneously, back at the Renaissance Center, franchise owners participated in training sessions covering topics such as office administration, sales, and production. Franchise owners, Becky Edgren, Moraine, OH; Emily Perkins; Greenville, SC; and Dawn Erickson, Charleston, SC led the 9^th annual PuroWomen Growth Group meeting, empowering more than 50 attendees with tips, tricks, and tools for driving local business and enhancing their bottom line. This group is a valuable resource of support dedicated to the company’s female franchise owners and their team members. The evening ended with a strategic partner expo party and reception dinner.

“It is a treat to welcome my extended PuroClean family into the great state of Michigan, my home state, and to see so much wonderful engagement taking place as our servant leaders work to reach their full potential,” said White. “I look forward to the rest of the week with our largest group ever, working to cultivate relationships and send our franchise owners home with a renewed sense of motivation and commitment to providing relentless customer service.”

PuroClean has become one of the leading franchise companies in the nation. Each year, PuroClean performs thousands of jobs throughout the United States and Canada, providing restoration services from common household mishaps to large-scale disasters.

For more information on PuroClean, contact 800-775-7876 or visit www.PuroClean.com.

About PuroClean

Known as the “Paramedics of Property Damage^®,” PuroClean provides water damage remediation, flood water removal, fire and smoke damage remediation, mold removal, and biohazard cleanup to commercial and residential customers. Founded in 2001, PuroClean has a comprehensive network of 280-plus franchise offices across North America. PuroClean technicians are thoroughly screened, insured, and trained in utilizing the latest in mitigation technology and procedures, while operating under a strict code of ethics. Each PuroClean office is independently owned and operated. For more information about PuroClean, contact 800-775-7876 or visit www.puroclean.com; for franchise information, visit www.puroclean.com/franchise.

Monthly Archives: June 2019

About AtWork Group

About AlphaGraphics

About MBE Worldwide

ABOUT N-HANCE WOOD REFINISHING™

About FirstLight Home Care

About Oasis Senior Advisors

About Allegra Marketing Print Mail

About Expedia CruiseShipCenters

About NEXTAFF

About PuroClean