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title: "Neighborly Mourns the Sudden Loss of Longtime President and CEO Mike Bidwell"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/add3ab99-b608-4826-8e25-bbe4ecaa94eb
source: "1851 Franchise"
original_url: https://1851franchise.com/neighborly-mourns-the-sudden-loss-of-longtime-president-and-ceo-mike-bidwell-2723566
category: "Repair & handyman"
industry: "Home Services"
segment: "Repair & handyman"
topics: ["People"]
published: 2023-09-08T18:13:00.000Z
modified: 2026-11-01T01:14:35.096Z
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# Neighborly Mourns the Sudden Loss of Longtime President and CEO Mike Bidwell

**TL;DR:** Neighborly's President and CEO Mike Bidwell passed away suddenly, and Jon Shell has been appointed as interim president and CEO. Bidwell had been with the company for nearly 40 years, starting as a franchisee in 1984 and later taking on various leadership roles.

*originally published in 1851 Franchise on 2023-09-08. [Read the original](https://1851franchise.com/neighborly-mourns-the-sudden-loss-of-longtime-president-and-ceo-mike-bidwell-2723566).*

## Story

Neighborly , the largest global home services company, announced the sudden and unexpected passing of its president and CEO Mike Bidwell . The company conveyed heartfelt condolences to the Bidwell family.

"We will all miss Mike more than words can express, and we are fortunate to have worked for such an amazing leader who was smart, compassionate and insightful,” the company’s leadership team said in a statement. “He put a strong team together — and in times like this, we stand together to honor him by carrying his vision for Neighborly forward."

Bidwell had been a cornerstone of Neighborly for nearly 40 years, starting as a franchisee in 1984 and later taking on various leadership roles, ultimately being appointed president and CEO in January 2014.

Starting his journey with opening a Rainbow International franchise , Bidwell expanded his footprint by initiating multiple franchises and earning accolades such as “Franchisee of the Year” for Rainbow International. His exceptional contributions as a franchisee paved the way for his recruitment to Neighborly's world headquarters in Waco, Texas, where he held prominent positions like chief operating officer (COO) before becoming the CEO.

As a result of Bidwell's untimely departure, Jon Shell , a prior chief financial officer, is now appointed as interim president and CEO of Neighborly. Meanwhile, Mary Thompson will continue her role as COO, overseeing franchise owner relationships, supported by the rest of the Neighborly Corporate Leadership. Additionally, David Brandon , a board member and former CEO of Domino’s Pizza, has been named executive chairman of the board of directors for Neighborly.

The company's management remains dedicated to upholding Neighborly’s Code of Values, which Bidwell embodied throughout his tenure, ensuring that his legacy continues to inspire and drive the firm's vision.

## Entities

- 1851 Franchise (publication)
- Home Services (sector)
- Domino's (company)
- leadership change (topic)
- Neighborly (company)
- franchisee of the year (topic)
- David Brandon (person)
- code of values (topic)
- company vision (topic)

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Originally reported by 1851 Franchise (https://1851franchise.com/neighborly-mourns-the-sudden-loss-of-longtime-president-and-ceo-mike-bidwell-2723566). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/add3ab99-b608-4826-8e25-bbe4ecaa94eb).