Window Treatment Consultation

Pamela Necoechea to lead West Fort Worth franchise team

FORT WORTH, Texas — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has announced the opening of a new location in Texas. Gotcha Covered of West Fort Worth is owned and operated by Pamela Necoechea.

With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, the new center provides the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in the West Fort Worth area by offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

“Gotcha Covered provides a wonderful opportunity for Pamela to pursue her passion for home design while fulfilling her dream of owning her own business,” said David Dunsmuir, president of Gotcha Covered. “The window treatment solutions she brings to Fort Worth will combine both style and comfort, and the spaces she creates for homeowners and their families are going to be special.”

Necoechea said franchising is a natural fit for her as it combines the stability of an established brand with the freedom to make her own mark. Before joining the Gotcha Covered family, she was involved in sales and served as a mortgage loan officer.

“Building strong relationships and creating a positive impact on my community were both key motives for starting this venture,” Necoechea said. “I look forward to growing this business, knowing that my efforts will shape not only my future but also the homes and experiences of those we serve. This is more than just a career move. It’s about building a legacy and making a difference through something I truly love.”

Adding 30 new franchise locations in 2023, Gotcha Covered currently has over 170 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 West Fort Worth, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com/west-fort-worth/.

Jake and Ashleigh Brownlow to lead OKC West team

OKLAHOMA CITY — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has announced the opening of a new location in Oklahoma. Gotcha Covered of OKC West is owned and operated by Jake and Ashleigh Brownlow.

With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, the new center provides the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in Mustang, Yukon, Piedmont, Tuttle, Newcastle and Nichols Hills by offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

Shon and Crissy Essman to lead Northwest San Antonio and Boerne team

SAN ANTONIO — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has announced the opening of a new location in Texas. Gotcha Covered of Northwest San Antonio and Boerne is owned and operated by Shon and Crissy Essman.

With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, the new center provides the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in Northwest San Antonio, Boerne, Bulverde, Spring Branch, Fair Oaks, Garden Ridge, Helotes and Blanco by offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

“San Antonio is rapidly growing, and this new location will help us continue to meet their window covering needs,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “Shon and Crissy have the industry experience and passion for helping area residents that will make them an asset to the brand and their community.”

Shon and Crissy Essman bring a wealth of experience and a shared passion for customer satisfaction to their role as franchise owners of Gotcha Covered in Northwest San Antonio and Boerne. With 25 years of experience as a communications engineer and personnel manager for a municipally owned utility company, Shon is transitioning into entrepreneurship alongside his wife, Crissy.

Crissy’s extensive background in the window covering industry, including independent business ownership and work with various franchise organizations, complements Shon’s skill set.

“Crissy and I have always had the dream of owning our own business,” Shon Essman said. “We love meeting new people and developing lasting relationships through our interactions with others. The joy we receive from helping our customers achieve their vision and desire from their home improvements is our complete motivation.”

The couple has lived in San Antonio for nearly 25 years and is passionate about Texas A&M sports, going on outdoor adventures and building lasting connections within the community. Embraced by the friendly Texas community, Shon and Crissy enjoy exploring outdoor parks and recreational areas with their canine companions and embarking on water adventures with family and friends on their boat.

“Gotcha Covered has given us an opportunity to take control of our destiny and do what we love,” Crissy Essman said. “We love meeting new people and helping them find beautiful and functional window treatments that meet their needs, but beyond, we’re building a future for our family. It’s an amazing feeling.”

Adding 30 new franchise locations in 2023, Gotcha Covered currently has over 170 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 Northwest San Antonio and Boerne, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com/nw-san-antonio-boerne/.

Ruby Lopez joins leading window treatment franchise family

SAN ANTONIO — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has announced the opening of a new location in Texas. Gotcha Covered of Far West San Antonio is owned and operated by Ruby Lopez.

With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, the new center provides the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in Far West San Antonio by offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

Jack and Laura Civa to lead franchise team

WACO, Texas — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has announced the opening of a new location in Texas. Gotcha Covered of Waco is owned and operated by Jack and Laura Civa.

With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, the new center provides the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in Waco by offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

“Waco is a growing market, and the timing was right to open a Gotcha Covered location there,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “With Jack’s marketing and franchising experience, we believe the Civas are going to be very successful in this new endeavor.”

The majority of Jack Civa’s career has been spent as a marketing executive in the restaurant space. About four years ago he purchased a Window World franchise location, which he says is a perfect pairing for Gotcha Covered.

“These two franchises allow us to meet all of Waco’s window needs,” Jack Civa said. “The replacement window business is outstanding, but opening Gotcha Covered allows us to completely beautify someone’s home, both inside and out.”

While running a successful business is the main goal for Jack Civa, he said he is excited to be a factor and asset to a community that is expanding and growing exponentially.

“I grew up in Waco, and it has been very enjoyable to be part of this city’s growth personally and as a business owner,” said Jack Civa.

Adding 30 new franchise locations in 2023, Gotcha Covered currently has over 170 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 Waco, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com/waco/https://www.gotchacovered.com/cincinnati-west-side/.

Tom Clapham and Sarah Wike to lead Durham and Chapel Hill team

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has announced the opening of a new location in North Carolina. Gotcha Covered of Durham and Chapel Hill is owned and operated by Tom Clapham and Sarah Wike.

With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, the new center provides the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in Durham and Chapel Hill by offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

“Durham and Chapel Hill are areas that have seen consistent growth, which makes it a wonderful market for the window treatment solutions this new center will offer,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “Tom and Sarah both enjoy the collaboration that comes from working with customers, and I know they’re going to be offering the best customer experience to area home and business owners.”

Clapham is an Appalachian State University graduate and served in the Army for eight years after graduation. He began a 20-year career in healthcare marketing while working at Duke University Health System. He moved to Dallas after completing a Master of Business Administration at Duke but returned to Chapel Hill in 2017.

“Sarah and I often discussed launching our own business and, when the opportunity presented itself, we decided to take a leap into Gotcha Covered ownership,” Clapham said. “We were impressed by the range and quality of the products as well as the caliber of the company leadership and collegiality of the other franchise owners we spoke to during our due diligence.”

Wike studied international relations at UNC-Chapel Hill before completing a Master of Arts at UNC-Greensboro in Hispanic literature, language and linguistics. She taught high school Spanish for 14 years before transitioning into independent school administration, completing a doctorate in educational technology along the way.

“Gotcha Covered is a ‘feel good’ business,” Wike said. “We absolutely love the opportunity to meet new people and, ultimately, help them transform their spaces. Whether clients’ motivations are mostly rooted in privacy and security, light management, home automation, or aesthetics, we approach each project with their goals in mind and strive to deliver results that bring lasting satisfaction. Seeing our clients happy and getting referrals from them makes for a very rewarding occupation!”

Adding 30 new franchise locations in 2023, Gotcha Covered currently has over 170 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 Durham and Chapel Hill, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com/durham-chapel-hill/.

Dennis Siebert to lead Southeast Indiana/Cincinnati West Side team

SUNMAN, Ind. — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has announced the opening of a new location in Indiana. Gotcha Covered of Cincinnati West Side is owned and operated by Dennis Siebert.

With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, the new center provides the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in Southeast Indiana and West Side Cincinnati by offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

“Gotcha Covered has seen amazing growth, and we’re excited to start serving homeowners and business owners in Indiana and West Cincinnati,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “Dennis is a natural problem solver and is going to put those skills to good use as he helps design beautiful window treatment solutions that fit every client’s space and budget.”

Siebert has been involved in project management, business analysis, process engineering and operations management in various industries, including insurance, banking and manufacturing.

“I was ready to move away from corporate America and utilize my skills to a difference in people’s lives,” Siebert said. “Windows provide a love/hate relationship to all of us. We may love seeing the sunshine, but not the heat, chill or lack of privacy. Window treatments not only solve those problems but also allow for a home or business owner’s personality to shine through via color or design of the solution.”

Adding 30 new franchise locations in 2023, Gotcha Covered currently has over 170 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 Cincinnati West Side, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com/cincinnati-west-side/.

Scott and Connor Farkas to lead Mt. Laurel team

MT. LAUREL, N.J. — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has announced the opening of a new location in New Jersey. Gotcha Covered of Mt. Laurel is owned and operated by Scott and Connor Farkas.

With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, the new center provides the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in Mt. Laurel and the surrounding areas by offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

“Scott and Connor both have entrepreneurial spirits that will thrive within the Gotcha Covered family,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “Our franchise culture is a wonderful fit for a father-son team, and I have no doubt their community is going to benefit from their passion and experience.”

With backgrounds in business and consumer goods, Scott and Connor Farkas say they’re looking forward to the freedom and flexibility a franchise will offer.

“I have experience as a small business owner, and I’m looking forward to taking my entrepreneurship to the next level,” Connor Farkas said. “I first approached my father years ago about how we should open a franchise together, but we wanted to wait until the right time. That time is now, and Gotcha Covered is the right opportunity.”

Adding 30 new franchise locations in 2023, Gotcha Covered currently has over 170 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada. The franchise has been operating under the Gotcha Covered name since 2009.

“My uncle and aunt owned a window treatment business, and I always remember my Aunt Ruth saying how she loved turning a blank window or wall into a work of art,” Scott Farkas said. “She made all the curtains and drapes herself. I enjoy imagining what customers envision their windows should look like and helping them realize that vision.”

To schedule an appointment with Gotcha Covered of Mt. Laurel, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com/western-suburbs/https://www.gotchacovered.com/mt-laurel/.

Jeff Barnum to lead Western Suburbs location

MINNEAPOLIS — Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has announced the opening of a new location in Minnesota. Gotcha Covered of Western Suburbs is owned and operated by Jeff Barnum.

With an emphasis on end-to-end consultations, the new center provides the best in soft and hard window treatments to homeowners in the Western Suburbs including Elk River, Albertville, Delano, Chaska and the surrounding areas by offering a variety of blinds, draperies, smart solutions and much more.

“Jeff’s analytical mind and problem-solving skills make him an ideal fit for Gotcha Covered,” said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered. “Customers often come to us with unique requests or unusual window designs, but Jeff loves a good challenge. I’m certain he’ll come up with the perfect solution to meet the customer’s needs.”

Barnum served seven years in the United States Navy. He’s spent the last 27 years in engineering, quality and customer experience roles, including 16 years at a consumer durable goods company.

“Gotcha Covered is going to provide a much-needed service for this community while also allowing me to build something of my own,” Barnum said. “I relish having the ability to grow something that will benefit my family and allow me the flexibility and quality time to enjoy the things I enjoy most, like theater and musical events. It also allows me to pursue a passion of mine, which is working with seniors. I’ve been a hospice volunteer for the past four years, and I’ll be able to do even more now.”

Adding 30 new franchise locations in 2023, Gotcha Covered currently has over 170 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 Western Suburbs, visit https://www.gotchacovered.com/western-suburbs/.