September 03, 2010
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Your Home Services Franchise Personnel News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in home services franchising personnel news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the home services franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Home Services Franchise Personnel NewsCentury 21 Real Estate Appoints Greg Sexton Senior Vice President of Brokerage ServicesCentury 21 Real Estate LLC, the franchisor of the world's largest residential real estate sales organization, today announced the appointment of Greg Sexton as senior vice president, brokerage services. A seasoned industry executive, Sexton will be respon Realogy Names Vik Bangia Senior Vice President of The Company's Global Client Solutions GroupRealogy Corporation, a global provider of real estate and relocation services, today announced that Vik Bangia has joined the Company as senior vice president of its Global Client Solutions group. In leading the Global Client Solutions (GCS) team, Bangia Century 21 Real Estate Franchise Announces New Appointments to its Commercial Advisory BoardCentury 21 Real Estate LLC, the franchisor of the world's largest real estate sales organization, today announced the appointment of five new members to its Commercial Advisory Board. The new board members include Conrad Vanino (Wyomissing, PA)... Keller Williams Realty Associates Lead REALTOR(R) 30 Under 30 ListKeller Williams Realty Inc. is thrilled to announce that five associates have been included on REALTOR® Magazine's 10th annual 30 Under 30 List. The prestigious list recognizes 30 rising stars in the real estate industry, selecting them by business su Century 21 Real Estate Appoints Mark Foreman Senior Vice President of OperationsCentury 21 Real Estate LLC, the franchisor of the world's largest residential real estate sales organization, today announced the appointment of Mark Foreman as senior vice president, operations. Rick Davidson Appointed President and CEO of Century 21 Real EstateCentury 21 Real Estate LLC, the franchisor of the world's largest residential real estate sales organization, today announced that Realogy veteran Rick Davidson has been appointed as president and CEO of Century 21 Real Estate. Davidson replaces... ERA Real Estate Appoints Senior Vice President, Franchise SalesERA Franchise Systems LLC announced today the appointment of Anthony Foglia to the position of senior vice president, franchise sales. Foglia brings an impressive track record of franchise sales and leadership experience to Realogy, and he has received... Century 21 Real Estate Appoints Senior Vice President Of Franchise SalesCentury 21 Real Estate LLC, the franchisor of the world's largest residential real estate sales organization, today announced the appointment of James Ramsay as senior vice president, franchise sales. Realogy Appoints Phillip Hugh as Executive Vice President for Domestic Franchise SalesRealogy Corporation, a global provider of real estate and relocation services, today announced Phillip Hugh as executive vice president of franchise sales. In this role, he will lead the domestic franchise sales teams supporting... Professional One Names Waller VP of OperationsProfessional One Franchising, LLC, a Plymouth, Michigan-based real estate franchisor, today announced the hiring of Todd B. Waller as Vice President of Operations. Waller's more relevant credentials are as follows... Professional One Names Wines Managing DirectorProfessional One Franchising, LLC, a Plymouth, MI-based real estate franchisor, today announced the promotion of Brian Wines, MBA to the position of Managing Director of Southeast Michigan Office Operations. Wines' credentials are as follows... ERA Real Estate Names Anne Blumenstein Vice President of MarketingERA Franchise Systems LLC announced today the appointment of Anne Blumenstein to the position of vice president of marketing. Blumenstein brings more than 20 years of integrated marketing experience to her new role, as well as a successful track record... Pro Energy Consultants Appoints Jeff Pizzino Director of Corporate CommunicationsHow does a company reach more consumers with a message about home energy audits being the easiest way for home owners to not only go green, but also reduce energy costs? Simple--by tapping into the expertise of a veteran public relations practitioner. Mike Marach Named Director of Business Development Training for Pro Energy ConsultantsMike Marach, a seasoned sales trainer who has trained with some of the most recognized names in the country, has recently joined Pro Energy Consultants as director of business development training. Beginning this month, he'll begin training franchise...
Former McDonald's Consultant Joins Pro Energy Consultants As Franchise ExpertPro Energy Consultants, the nation's first home energy audit franchise, announced today the appointment of Suave Brachowski as its Director of Franchise Operations and Support. Previously with McDonald's Corporation, Brachowski brings more than 17... Realogy Appoints Charlie Young as President & CEO of ERA Franchise Systems LLCRealogy Corporation, a global provider of real estate and relocation services, today announced the appointment of Charlie Young as president and CEO of ERA Franchise Systems LLC. Young succeeds beloved former president and CEO Brenda W. Casserly, who... Nation's Largest Home Care Provider Welcomes New Management Team to San Francisco OfficeThe nation's largest and most experienced provider of in home support and recovery services has announced a new management team for its San Francisco location. Interim HomeStyle Services first opened its San Francisco office in 1984 to provide... Mike Welch Joins Service Brands International as Franchise Development Manager Franchising Veteran to Sell ProTect Painters ConceptAlex Roberts, vice president franchise development for Service Brands International, announced that Mike Welch has joined the multi-concept franchisor as franchise development manager for the ProTect Painters brand.
Homewatch CareGivers Appoints Trey Malicoat to VP of CommunicationsHomewatch CareGivers, the largest, most experienced international provider of full-service in-home care, announced that Trey Malicoat has joined the company as Vice President of Communications. Malicoat is responsible for all marketing and PR... ERA Real Estate Appoints Charlie Young as Chief Operating OfficerERA Franchise Systems LLC announced the appointment of Charlie Young as the Company's chief operating officer effective today. Most recently, Young held the chief operating role for Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC, another of Realogy Corporation's brands. Rick Davidson Adds Role of Chief Operating Officer For Coldwell Banker Real EstateColdwell Banker Real Estate LLC announced today that Rick Davidson, president and chief operating officer for Coldwell Banker Commercial Affiliates, will assume the additional role of chief operating officer for Coldwell Banker Real Estate effective... John Geha Named President, Coldwell Banker Canadian OperationsNoted management consultant John Geha has been named president of Coldwell Banker Canadian Operations effectively immediately. Geha, well known throughout Canada and the U.S. for his efforts helping real estate brokers increase productivity, growth and... Clockwork Home Services Promotes Bryan Richards to Franchise Development DirectorClockwork Home Services, Inc. (Clockwork), a leading provider of home services, today announced its promotion of Bryan Richards to director of franchise development. Richards will oversee sales and marketing for Clockwork's franchise development team. U. S. Lawns Announces A New Member Of The Team!Please join us in congratulating Jerry Brown as he steps into the new role of Manager of Franchise Support. Jerry will be fully dedicated to coordinating the efforts of our current team of professionals involved in the training, facilitation, and... Right At Home Hires Jay Durmaskin, Director Of Franchise Standards And ComplianceRight at Home, a leading national provider of in-home companion and personal care to seniors and others, has hired Jay Durmaskin as Director of Franchise Standards and Compliance. In the newly created role, Durmaskin is responsible for maintaining... Right At Home Hires Eric Little, Senior Vice President Of Franchise DevelopmentRight at Home, a leading national provider of in-home companion and personal care to seniors and others, has hired Eric Little as Senior Vice President of Franchise Development. In his new role, Little is responsible for setting the direction of the... DirectBuy of Columbia Hires Expert Kitchen Designer Tim WatkowskiDirectBuy of Columbia, MD is already the place to go when you want to remodel your kitchen or bathroom, but with the addition of expert kitchen designer Tim Watkowski, they raised their profile even higher. Kathleen Gilmartin Joins Interim Healthcare Inc. As New President And CEOThe Board of Directors of Interim HealthCare Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Kathleen Gilmartin as President and CEO, effective September 2nd. Home Helper'S New President Sees A Bright Future For The FranchiseFor Emma Dickison, new president of Home Helpers (a non-medical and personal care franchise) success is as simple as surrounding yourself with a strong team of people and then providing them the tools and resources needed to grow their business. CENTURY 21 Canada Appoints New Director, Franchise ServicesCENTURY 21 Canada is pleased to announce that Kevin Stanley has been appointed to Director, Franchise Services. Howdy, Partner...Klinger Manages, Becomes Partner in DirectBuy of BuffaloAs a former CPA for one of Buffalo's larger public accounting firms, Mark Klinger advised his clients based on the numbers. After serving as DirectBuy of Buffalo's general manager for the last several months, he followed a little of his own advice, as... St. Louis NiteLites Outdoor Lighting Expands to Meet Growing Lighting BusinessNiteLites Outdoor Lighting of St. Louis, the landscape lighting professionals, has announced the addition of two new members to its staff. A Power Hire...L&W Investigations Retains Alan Walker, Cpp, Pci, Psp, Cfe, Cisa, Cbcp, For Northern California TerritoryRichardson Bradshaw Unz, principal and general manager of L&W Investigations Northern California territory, recently announced the hiring of Alan Walker as senior manager. 1-800-PACK-RAT Expands Senior Management Team1-800-Pack-Rat, LLC, announces the addition of three executives to oversee critical areas of the fast-growing portable storage and moving company. Clockwork Home Services(R) Announces Appointment of Nolan Gardner to Vice President of Human ResourcesClockwork Home Services, Inc. (Clockwork), one of North America's fastest growing operators of home services franchises, today announced the appointment of Nolan Gardner to vice president of human resources. Mr. Gardner will be based in Sarasota, Florida. Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC Appoints Jason Steele as Vice President of Interactive MarketingBetter Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC announced today that Jason Steele will serve as its vice president of interactive marketing. "Transitioning" from One Senior Care Concept to Another: Caring Transitions Franchise Names John F. Buckles PresidentCaring Transitions, the only North American franchise to specialize in relocation and transition services for Seniors, announced today that it has named John F. Buckles as its president to help grow the brand, which fills a critical gap in... Home Helpers Names New PresidentHome Helpers, the #1 Senior Care franchise in North America, has named current Chief Operating Officer Emma Dickison president, effective Monday, June 9. Case Handyman and Remodeling of Charlotte President Brad Little Appointed to Franchise Advisory BoardBrad Little, President of Case Handyman and Remodeling of Charlotte, was recently named to the CASE Franchise Owners Advisory Council in May.
Service Brands International Appoints Experienced Franchise Executive to President and COOService Brands International (SBI), a multi-concept franchisor of brands that provide a variety of timesaving home services ideally suited for today's active consumer, announced today it has appointed John McDonald to its newly created President... Outdoor Lighting Franchise, NiteLites, Names New Warehouse ManagerNiteLites Outdoor Lighting, the architectural and landscape lighting professionals, has appointed Mitch Balazs to the position of warehouse manager in the NiteLites corporate office located at 6107 Market Avenue in Franklin, Ohio. Weichert Title Agency Names Michael Zurawski Regional Sales ManagerSteve Brown, vice president of Weichert Title Agency, has announced that Michael Zurawski has joined the Weichert Family of Companies as a Regional Sales Manager. Clockwork Home Services(R) Promotes George Donaldson to Vice President of Operations – Plumbing & ElectricalClockwork Home Services, Inc. (Clockwork), one of North America's fastest growing operators of home services franchises, today announced the promotion of George Donaldson to vice president of operations – plumbing and electrical. CENTURY 21 Managing Broker Appointed as New BCREA PresidentCENTURY 21 Canada is pleased to congratulate Scott Veitch, Managing Broker of CENTURY 21 Veitch Realty – Creston, on being elected as the new president of the British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA). Five Star Painting Adds Craig Donaldson, President of Chem-Dry, to Board of DirectorsFive Star Painting Inc., a leading painting franchise system, today announced the addition of Craig Donaldson as a significant member of its Board of Directors. Donaldson is the president of Chem-Dry, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Home Depot. Clockwork Home Services Promotes David Bloom to Vice President of OperationsClockwork Home Services, Inc. (Clockwork), a leading provider of home services, today announced its promotion of David Bloom to Vice President of Operations. Bloom, formerly the company's Vice President for Franchise Sales, will oversee Clockwork's... Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC Appoints Robert F. Albanese as Vice President for Affiliate ConsultingBetter Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC announced today that Robert F. Albanese will serve as its vice president for affiliate consulting. |
Features & Special ReportsFranchising With Family Members Can Be Fraught With Danger Or Filled With SuccessIt can be difficult enough to get a franchise up and running on your own, or with other operational and investing partners, but it can be downright arduous if family members are involved in the deal. But that's the route some franchisees take and when done properly this management model can provide years of personal and professional harmony. But there are some secrets to making it work. Go in unprepared and you could break up a business and a family. The Winner's ColumnAs savvy franchise companies continue to flourish in this challenging economy, FUSR will continue to bring you good news each month, highlighting brands that are adding units, increasing comp store sales, striking deals with investors, and continuing to grow despite the economy - maybe even because of it. And, as the U.S. struggles through its "jobless recovery," growth-oriented franchisors continue to look overseas for expansion opportunities. Sales Intelligence for Superior Performance, Part 2Aggressive growth companies measure the performance of their sales personnel just as they do their advertising. With high recruitment expenses you can't afford mediocre selling performance, which costs dearly in lost franchise deals. A policyholder survey by Prudential Insurance revealed that the greatest influencing factor in the buying process is the sales person. Turning Around Struggling FranchiseesTwo years of tight credit and reduced consumer spending have left many franchisees reeling and put a serious crimp in franchisors' royalty streams. Workout professionals and bankruptcy attorneys experienced in franchising discuss what franchisors can do to help turn around distressed units - without spending scarce funds or getting themselves into legal hot water. New Gift Card Regulations Kicked in August 22ndLast year when President Obama signed the Credit Card Act of 2009 (the Act") into law, the nation's attention largely focused on those provisions of the law that aim to change the way credit card companies do business with consumers. However, since the Act imposes requirements on gift card issuers, it also changed the way many retailers and franchise companies will do business with consumers. Strong Cultures Sell More Franchises!Every franchise organization has a culture, the same way every person has a personality. If your franchise brand is serious about growth and development, ask yourself these two questions: 1) Does our franchise system have a strong, positive culture?; and 2) Is it a culture that promotes selling franchises? Special Operations: Franchising in a Strange LandOpening franchise units in nontraditional locations has been the domain of specialists--but not anymore. With the economy still slumping, lending still tight, and suburban expansion at a standstill, many multi-unit franchisees are exploring the viability of sites such as airports, hotels, colleges, senior centers, highway rest stops, hospitals, and military bases. Rolling with the Punches: Franchisors Continue Adapting to ChangeThe rules and methods for franchise sales are changing daily with the general public's increasing awareness of the economy, deficits, lending, the housing market, and more. As some of us "graybeards" can remember, this isn't the first time the rules have changed--and it won't be the last. Change on the HorizonJust like any business, the franchising business is one that I have seen evolve tremendously over the past 30 years. While many of the cornerstones and crucial elements - product, simplicity, control, and support - remain the same, so much is changing. Hiring Entrepreneurs: A Case Study of Hiring the Spirit of SuccessAs we continue to mine Dave Melton's book, <i>Hire the American Dream,</i> I thought it would be interesting to highlight a case study that demonstrates just how successful smart hiring can be. Here Melton describes his experience hiring an immigrant.
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