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title: "Ben Mullen Takes Ownership of Family-Run SpringGreen Franchise in Wyoming, MN"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/248262b2-3672-46bf-bd86-969284507541
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20241009_ben_mullen_takes_ownership_of_familyrun_springgreen_franchise_in_wyoming_mn.html
category: "Lawn & pest"
industry: "Home Services"
segment: "Lawn & pest"
published: 2024-10-09T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T18:35:37.464Z
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# Ben Mullen Takes Ownership of Family-Run SpringGreen Franchise in Wyoming, MN

**TL;DR:** Ben Mullen has taken ownership of the family-run SpringGreen franchise in Wyoming, MN, after growing up in the business and working alongside his father. He aims to continue the family tradition and maintain personal relationships with long-standing customers.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2024-10-09. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20241009_ben_mullen_takes_ownership_of_familyrun_springgreen_franchise_in_wyoming_mn.html).*

## Story

Growing up immersed in the green industry, Ben has been a familiar face to the franchise's loyal customers for nearly two decades. Starting as a teenager helping his father with the business, Ben’s passion for lawn care blossomed, even as he pursued a degree in criminal justice. While his education led to roles in law enforcement and corporate security, Ben's dedication to the family business never wavered.

"I’ve always had a love for being outdoors and working on lawns," Ben shared. "Even when I was in college and working elsewhere, I found myself returning to help with the business every summer. It was only a matter of time before I made the decision to carry on what my dad started."

This transition is not just a business move; it is the continuation of a family tradition. Many of the customers Ben serviced as a kid are still with the franchise today, and he looks forward to maintaining those personal relationships as the official owner.

"Taking over the business from my dad has been such a natural step. I know the customers, and they know me. It’s rewarding to be serving the same community I grew up in and to continue providing the same quality of service,"Ben said. "My dad taught me the importance of customer care, and I intend to uphold those values as we grow the business."

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- Home Services (sector)
- franchise ownership (topic)
- lawn care services (topic)
- SpringGreen (company)
- family succession (topic)
- Ben Mullen (person)
- Ben Mullen's father (person)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20241009_ben_mullen_takes_ownership_of_familyrun_springgreen_franchise_in_wyoming_mn.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/248262b2-3672-46bf-bd86-969284507541).