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Leading window treatment franchise to provide premium window treatments, consultation services to Fredericksburg, surrounding areas.

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, showcased its dedication to the state of Virginia with the recent opening of Gotcha Covered of Fredericksburg. With the opening of the new center, the franchise has nine locations in the state.

The new center is owned and operated by Karen Penafiel. With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, this business will provide the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania and Stafford while offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

“The communities across Virginia are growing, and Gotcha Covered strives to be the one-stop shop for residents looking for premium window treatments and the excellent customer experience,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “Homeowners and businesses in and near Fredericksburg are gaining an asset with the opening of this new center. We know that Karen will provide great representation for the Gotcha Covered brand in the community.”

Penafiel joins Gotcha Covered with a background in association management. A Hamilton College graduate, she worked 26 years at Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) International. She also worked over four years at National Elevator Industry, Inc.

Once she decided to open her own business, Penafiel found Gotcha Covered through the help of a consultant. She had an instant connection with the franchise.

“I knew Gotcha Covered was the best option for me,” said Penafiel. “While I was looking for flexibility and the opportunity to be actively engaged within my community, I also knew I could add value by using product and style knowledge to guide clients to choose fantastic window treatments to meet their needs.

“My experience with Gotcha Covered has been exhilarating. I have enjoyed building the backbone of my business and can’t wait to get even more involved with my clients.”

Adding 27 new franchise locations in 2021, Gotcha Covered currently has over 145 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada. The franchise has been operating under the Gotcha Covered name since 2009.

To schedule an appointment with Gotcha Covered of Fredericksburg, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com/fredericksburg/.

Leading window treatment franchise to provide premium window treatments, consultation services to Chattanooga residents.

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has increased its presence in Tennessee with the opening of Gotcha Covered of Chattanooga. With the opening of the new center, the franchise has four locations in the state.

The new center is owned and operated by Rachel Miller. With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, this business will provide the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in Chattanooga, Cleveland and the surrounding areas while offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

“At Gotcha Covered, we pride ourselves in providing the best customer experience to the consumer,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “The residents and businesses of Chattanooga are going to be thrilled with the window treatment solutions that are now available to them. This new center will truly be an asset to the community.”

Miller brings a diverse set of skills to the Gotcha Covered franchise with a background in education, hospitality, and mortgage and consumer lending.

While searching for business opportunities, Miller came across Gotcha Covered with the help of her father Gary Miller, who is a franchise broker. After vetting several franchises, Gary helped guide Rachel to Gotcha Covered.

“I decided to open my own business because I wanted to get out of the corporate America workforce,” said Rachel. “I wanted to continue growing personally, professionally and have more flexibility with a work-life balance to pursue my overall life goals. Gotcha Covered stood out to me because of its flexible business model and excellent leadership team.

“Overall, I want to become Chattanooga’s go-to source for window treatments of all kinds based on a reputation of exceptional service to my clients. On a personal level, Gotcha Covered has provided me with a source of income that allows me to achieve my short- and long-term goals of flexibility and independence.”

Adding 27 new franchise locations in 2021, Gotcha Covered currently has over 145 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada. The franchise has been operating under the Gotcha Covered name since 2009.

To schedule an appointment with Gotcha Covered of Chattanooga, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com/chattanooga/.

Leading window treatment franchise recognized for excellence in franchisee satisfaction

DENVER — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has been recognized for its excellence in franchise culture after being named to Franchise Business Review’s third annual Culture100 list. The list recognizes the top 100 franchise brands in 2022.

“Operating a successful franchise is a team effort between the franchisor and franchisees,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “One cannot be successful without the other. To ensure our franchise owners can maximize their potential, we provide excellent franchisee services.

“Whether it’s our Gotcha Linked software or just answering a question from a concerned franchise owner, we dedicate ourselves to giving our franchisees the tools they need to succeed. Being named to this list is a testament to how hard we work to make sure our franchisees are satisfied with the services we provide and the experience they have as a Gotcha Covered franchise owner.”

Gotcha Covered was among more than 300 franchise brands, representing more than 30,000 franchise owners, that participated in Franchise Business Review’s research on the best franchise cultures.

Franchisees were surveyed on 33 benchmark questions about their experience and satisfaction regarding critical areas of their franchise systems. The brands that were selected received the highest overall ratings based on 12 questions that looked at the perception of brand vision, team culture, honesty and integrity, and overall support.

“Every franchise organization has a different culture and vibe. Some franchises are more serious and formal, while others are more relaxed and casual,” said Michelle Rowan, president & COO of Franchise Business Review. “A franchise company’s culture – and your potential fit into that culture – should guide your franchise investment decision. Looking at data on how current franchisees rate a brand’s culture will tell you how well the franchise leadership team is executing on the vision of the brand, and how well the community of support staff and franchisees work together to achieve their business objectives.

“The best place to start is with the brands on this year’s Culture100 list. All of them had an FBR ‘Culture Score’ of 80+ on a 100-point satisfaction scale, putting them in the top quartile of franchises when it comes to culture.”

Franchise Business Review, a franchise market research firm that performs independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction, provides the only rankings of franchises based solely on actual franchisee satisfaction and performance. Franchise Business Review publishes its rankings of top franchises in its annual Guide to Today’s Top Franchises, as well as in special interest reports throughout the year that identify the top franchises in specific sectors.

Visit FranchiseBusinessReview.com to see the full list of the 2022 Best Franchise Cultures.

For more information on Gotcha Covered or to find your local consultant, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com.

Leading Houston window treatment franchise places in Design & Workroom Competition.

HOUSTON — Gotcha Covered of Galleria Uptown was recognized by Window Fashion VISION magazine for its excellence in window treatment solutions after placing second in the Curtains and Draperies category of the Design & Workroom Competition.

The VISION Design & Workroom Competition is international in scope and is the only awards program that recognizes the techniques and design talents of members of the window treatment industry.

“Achieving this accomplishment is a direct reflection of the hard work and dedication we put into our window treatment solutions,” said Shona Bascon, owner of Gotcha Covered of Galleria Uptown. “Designing and providing window treatments is a passion for me and my husband, Dennis, and we look forward to continuing to provide our customers with an experience that is both easy and fun.”

With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, Gotcha Covered provides the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners across the United States and Canada while offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

“We are extremely proud of Shona and Dennis’ accomplishment in the VISION Design & Workroom Competition,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “Excellence in window treatment solutions is one of our goals across our franchise network. Shona and Dennis are doing a great job representing the Gotcha Covered brand, and I know they will continue providing their customers with excellent window treatment consultative services.”

The 2022 VISION Design & Workroom Competition awards were presented during the annual International Window Coverings Expo in April. Awardees will be recognized in upcoming issues of Window Fashion VISION magazine.

“It’s so important to recognize the talents and skills of those who contribute a great deal to the window treatment industry,” said Sara Fiedelholtz, editor-in-chief of the trade publication Window Fashion VISION. “We are constantly amazed at the creativity of the received industries. The designs and craftsmanship of those working in the window treatment industry are just incredible. Window fashions are an important, but often overlooked, aspect of interior design. It is wonderful that VISION is able to bring attention to both the fashion and function window treatments routinely bring to residential and commercial interiors.”

For more information or to schedule an appointment with Gotcha Covered of Galleria Uptown, visit www.gotchacovered.com/galleria-uptown/.

Leading window treatment franchise to provide premium window treatments, consultation services to area residents.

LAKEBAY, Wash. — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, increased its presence in Washington with the opening of Gotcha Covered of the South Sound.

The new center is owned and operated by Chad and Sarah Wallace. With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, this business will provide the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in Pierce and Kitsap Counties, the Key Peninsula, Gig Harbor and University Place while offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

“At Gotcha Covered, we pride ourselves in providing the best window treatment consultation services,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “With the support of our experienced team, we are confident that our franchise owners are an asset to the communities they serve. The residents of Pierce and Kitsap Counties will be pleased with the window treatments and consultations that are available to help them beautify their homes or offices.”

Chad and Sarah bring a wealth of experience from different fields. Prior to opening the new Gotcha Covered center, Chad spent a combined 15 years in the logistics industry. He also spent time working construction and as a consultant in the franchise industry.

Channeling her entrepreneurial spirit, Sarah left her position as director of operations in the social services company she worked at for 17 years to start her own consulting business. She holds an associate degree in business and a bachelor’s degree in psychology. She was also a certified payroll professional and holds a Professional in Human Resources Certificate.

The Wallaces discovered Gotcha Covered through a franchise broker that was hosting a webinar Sarah was attending.

“Running a business was something that we were both interested in. Just so have it, Sarah met the franchise broker that would ultimately guide us to Gotcha Covered,” said Chad Wallace. “It was the excellent customer service model, the family-friendly atmosphere, enthusiasm and positive reviews from other franchisees that influenced us to purchase the franchise. We love being able to go out and meet people in our local community as part of our business.

“Our experience with Gotcha Covered has been excellent. Everyone has been very supportive, welcoming and flexible. We know we made the right choice when choosing this as our franchise.”

The Wallaces’ main goal is to grow and expand the business in their local community and serve their neighbors like they were part of the family. According to Chad, within five years, they would like to have a storefront in Gig Harbor and University Place to showcase their national buying power and wide assortment of options for beautifying every window in a home or commercial building.

Adding 27 new franchise locations in 2021, Gotcha Covered currently has over 130 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada. The franchise has been operating under the Gotcha Covered name since 2009.

For more information or to find your local Gotcha Covered consultant, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com.

Leading window treatment franchise expands its foothold in Texas, providing locals with their familiar end-to-end window treatment consultations.

AUSTIN, Texas — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, increases its presence in Texas with the opening of Gotcha Covered of Central Austin.

The new location is owned and operated by Claudia Carolina Carrillo. Focused on offering end-to-end consultative solutions, this business will provide the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in Greater Austin, Dripping Springs, Driftwood, Buda and Manor while offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

“At Gotcha Covered, we take pride in creating memorable, first-class experiences for our clients through our signature, end-to-end consultative services,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “We are excited to bring Claudia into the Gotcha Covered family and are confident she will provide Central Austin and the surrounding areas with the same level of excellence expected by thousands of other homeowners around the country.”

Carrillo started her career as an interior designer. Working internationally in Mexico at Cabo Development, she returned to the United States to continue putting her passion into practice at Five Elements Furniture and RH of Austin, Texas.

Carrillo soon came across Gotcha Covered via a franchise broker offering to help her expand her opportunities with her own business. After diving deeper into the company, its business model and the royalty structure, she knew this was the right move for her.

“I have worked a long time in interior design here in Austin and developed a strong eye for what our community both wants and needs to beautify their home interiors,” Carrillo said. “Gotcha Covered seemed to fit this perfectly, and the more I learned about it the more I realized the Gotcha Covered franchise is went beyond my expectations. As a new business owner with independent knowledge in the window treatment niche, I have felt very supported in all aspects of getting started with my new business. The corporate team is very approachable, and the follow-up and execution has been exceptionally professional every step of the way. We are thrilled to be open for business!”

Concerning the overall goal for the new Gotcha Covered of Central Austin, Carrillo said she wants to serve her community and support her clients with meaningful and delightful window treatments they can enjoy for years to come.

“I want them to not only experience the transformation of their space, I want them to be surrounded by both its beauty and its purpose,” Carrillo said.

Adding 27 new franchise locations in 2021, Gotcha Covered currently has over 130 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada. The franchise has been operating under the Gotcha Covered name since 2009.

For more information or to schedule an appointment with Gotcha Covered of Central Austin, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com/central-austin.

Leading window treatment franchise to provide quality end-to-end window treatment consultations to surrounding communities.

WESTON, Fla. — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, expands its footprint in Florida with the opening of Gotcha Covered of Southwest Broward County.

The new center is owned and operated by Javier Weiss and Bettiana Amarilla. With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, this business will provide the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in Weston and the surrounding areas while offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

“Gotcha Covered is known for its excellent end-to-end window treatment consultative services,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “As we move forward with our growth in Florida, Javier and Bettiana will be great stewards to our franchise family. The residents of Weston and the surrounding areas will be delighted by the quality of service they receive from this location.”

With experience in construction and finance, Weiss discovered Gotcha Covered with the help of a franchise broker.

“The way Gotcha Covered did business encouraged me to look deeper into the franchise,” said Weiss. “In the end, it was the people that sold me. Everyone is very supportive. If I have a question, headquarters or another franchisee is just one call away.”

Weiss looks forward to the growing relationship between him and the Gotcha Covered family. He wants to continue evolving the business while offering high-quality window treatments to the Weston community and surrounding areas.

Adding 27 new franchise locations in 2021, Gotcha Covered currently has over 130 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada. The franchise has been operating under the Gotcha Covered name since 2009.

For more information or to find your local Gotcha Covered consultant, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com.

Leader in window treatment consultation highlighted for franchisee satisfaction.

DENVER — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, was recognized for its excellence in franchisee satisfaction after being named to the Top 200 Franchises of 2022 list by Franchise Business Review. They ranked 15^th in the Top 50 Midsize Franchise category on the list.

In its 17^th year, the annual list of the 200 best franchise opportunities is ranked based on the highest level of overall franchisee satisfaction by participating companies.

“One thing we take pride in at Gotcha Covered is our franchisee support system,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “We strive to help make our franchise owners succeed and thrive in their communities. We offer extensive training and provide technology that separates our franchisees from their competitors. We also make sure that someone is always available to answer any questions that our owners have. We are one big family.”

Gotcha Covered was among over 300 franchise brands, representing more than 30,000 franchise owners, that participated in Franchise Business Review’s research. Franchisees were surveyed on 33 benchmark questions about their experience and satisfaction in key areas of their franchise system including training and support, operations, franchisor/franchisee relations, and financial opportunity.

“While the pandemic impacted various business sectors differently, the last 18 months have clearly demonstrated the inherent strengths of the franchise business model. The old franchise adage of ‘being in business for yourself, but not by yourself’ has never been more important,” said Franchise Business Review founder & CEO Eric Stites. “Thanks to fast innovations, significant support, and responsive crisis management, many franchise brands have emerged stronger from the pandemic, and that is reflected in high franchisee satisfaction.”

Franchise Business Review, a market research firm that performs independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction and employee engagement, provides the only rankings and awards for franchise companies based solely on actual franchisee satisfaction and performance. Franchise Business Review publishes its rankings of the top 200 franchises in its annual Guide to Today’s Top Franchises.

To see the full 2022 FBR Top 200 Franchise rankings, visit https://franchisebusinessreview.com/page/top-franchises/.

For more information or to find your local Gotcha Covered consultant, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com.

Leading window treatment franchise ranked in Franchise 500 list.

DENVER — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has been named one of the nation’s top franchises after being ranked in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list. Up 16 spots from last year, the franchise ranked No. 308 on the list.

“Despite ongoing issues that many in the industry face today, Gotcha Covered continues to grow and thrive year after year,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “It is our goal to provide excellent end-to-end consultative services, and our placement on this list is a testament to the great work our franchisees do to achieve that goal.”

In Entrepreneur’s continuing effort to best understand and evaluate the ever-changing franchise marketplace, the company’s 43-year-old ranking formula continues to evolve as well. The editorial team researches and assesses several factors that go into the evaluation, including costs and fees, size and growth, support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability.

Each franchise is given a cumulative score based on an analysis of more than 150 data points, and the 500 franchises with the highest cumulative scores become the Franchise 500® in ranking order.

“The past year has been one of the most challenging for businesses in recent memory, which made putting together our 43rd annual Franchise 500 list more enlightening than ever,” says Entrepreneur Editor in Chief Jason Feifer. “The companies named to this year’s list showed us how being resilient, supportive, and nimble can help navigate extraordinary challenges and also underscore the grit and innovation that define entrepreneurship.”

Adding 27 new franchise locations in 2020, Gotcha Covered currently has nearly 130 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada. The franchise has been operating under the Gotcha Covered name since 2009.

To view Gotcha Covered in the full rankings, visit https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500.

For more information or to find your local Gotcha Covered consultant, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com.

Leading window treatment franchise to offer end-to-end window treatment consultations to Naperville community.

NAPERVILLE, Ill. — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has its second location in Illinois with the opening of Gotcha Covered of Naperville.

The new home-based center is owned and operated by Michael Galli. With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, this business will provide the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in DuPage and Will Counties while offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

“Providing a great customer experience is what we take pride in at Gotcha Covered,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “We want to provide more than just products. We want to give our customers a seamless experience from the beginning of a project to its completion. Michael has shown the drive and determination we look for in our franchisees. We know he will be a great representative of the Gotcha Covered brand in the Naperville area.”

With a master’s in psychology, Galli spent most of his career as a sales engineer for industrial automation. Deciding it was time to open his own business, he discovered Gotcha Covered through the help of a franchise consultant. He said the family-like atmosphere is what made him decide the franchise was right for him.

“My experience has been fantastic because everyone has been very helpful,” said Galli. “It’s like drinking from a firehose because everyone is giving me necessary information that I need to succeed. From the beginning, I knew that I had the support from headquarters and other franchisees.”

Galli’s overall vision for his franchise is to open a storefront with a full staff while consistently being in the top 10 in sales every year. He plans on creating an environment that is welcoming and consultative to both clients and employees.

Adding 27 new franchise locations in 2020, Gotcha Covered currently has nearly 130 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada. The franchise has been operating under the Gotcha Covered name since 2009.

For more information or to find your local Gotcha Covered consultant, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com.