Kitchen Solvers’ Marty Ness-White Recognized with Franchise Rock Star Award

Ness-White, enlisted in the United States Air Force at 18, serving as a jet mechanic during the Gulf War. Ness-White was stationed at an Air Force base in Alaska and dedicated nearly three years to her military duties. She was released with an honorable discharge and has since been recognized as a permanently disabled veteran. Her experiences in the military, including the challenges she faced, have deeply influenced her dedication to helping fellow veterans, particularly those suffering from PTSD and other service-related issues.

Ness-White, co-owner of Kitchen Solvers of Spring Hill, TN, was nominated for the Veterans Award due to her outstanding dedication to supporting veterans though various initiatives. Ness-White has played a crucial role in Vet 2 Vet Middle TN since November 2021, becoming the outreach coordinator in May 2022. She launched initiatives like Wednesday evening meetups to engage younger veterans and expanded the organization’s reach and membership.

Ness-White’s leadership in organizing community events, securing sponsorships, and personally assisting veterans with various challenges has significantly enhanced the organization’s impact.

“There are so many stories of inspiring franchise owners who are living their dreams of successful business ownership. Each franchisee brings unique abilities, values, and skills to their franchise brand,” said Eric Stites, founder & CEO of Franchise Business Review. “We’ve seen that most successful franchise owners demonstrate an incredibly strong work ethic, a deep passion for their businesses, and a real commitment to their communities. Our Rock Star Awards are for those who go above and beyond in some special way.”

Ness-White has spearheaded the Veterans Celebration event, growing it to attract over 2,000 veterans annually. Her advocacy spans from securing financial contributions and fostering media partnerships to creating a dedicated information platform for veteran resources. She also offers generous military discounts through Kitchen Solvers for veterans looking to remodel and upgrade their kitchen. Ness-White’s commitment to veterans exemplifies compassion, leadership, and community engagement.

“I am surprised and overwhelmed with emotions over this kind of recognition,” said Marty Ness-White, co-owner of Kitchen Solvers of Spring Hill. “We, veterans, are always so focused on the mission that we often don’t take time to acknowledge our part in the success of it all. This is not just what I do, but it is very much of who I am and how we want to continue showing up in our community. My husband and co-owner, Andy, has also gotten to partake in the veteran community and is just as dedicated to supporting it with me. I could not do all that I do without his support.”