DUCTZ of Naples and Bonita Springs Honored as ‘Franchise of the Year’ at BELFOR Franchise Group’s Annual Conference
DUCTZ of Naples and Bonita Springs wins Franchise of the Year award
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DUCTZ of Naples and Bonita Springs wins Franchise of the Year award

Greg Pahl, Senior Marketing Manager at TWO MEN AND A JUNK TRUCK, emphasizes the importance of strong fundamentals, relationships, and storytelling in franchise marketing.
House Doctors has been named to Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2026 Fastest-Growing Franchises list, recognizing the top brands driving unit growth and franchise expansion across North America.
N-Hance of Buffalo was established in 2024, and is owned and operated by Joseph Shields.
Chem-Dry of Boulder wins Small Business Franchise of the Year award.

Screenmobile has expanded into 13 new territories in 2025, including Raleigh, NC, and New Orleans, LA.

Screenmobile's business model appeals to franchise buyers due to its focus on fundamentals and long-term wealth creation.

The Junkluggers has added new franchise owners and entered new markets in 2025, reflecting growing demand for values-driven home services.

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has built one of the most consistent and effective PR engines in franchising with the help of Mainland.

TruBlue franchisee Forrest Haverin brought senior home safety to The Woodlands, Texas, with his new business venture.
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Enviro-Master is a leading cleaning and sanitization franchise that targets high-risk, high-traffic areas like restrooms and kitchens.

Husband-and-wife team Kristen and Lee Lewis grow Mister Sparky Electric franchise.

Retail and service franchises differ in requirements, such as physical storefronts and inventory management.

Pool service industry growth creates opportunity for maintenance and repair businesses with 115,445 to 152,920 startup costs.
LIME Painting shares upgrades to increase home value by 2-5%.
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The franchise location opened earlier this month, and is owned and operated by Arjun Chandrashekar.

Since then, Colette has continued to lead franchise development, growing the brand from 119 territories to nearly 400 across 48 states.

Bryan Martinez, a U.S. Air Force veteran, is helping fellow veterans succeed in the civilian workforce through his work with Mister Sparky Electric Franchise Leader.
Smith’s path to franchise ownership began in Shreveport, where he earned his bachelor’s degree from Louisiana State University Shreveport before launching a career in the oil and gas industry.
The franchise location will open on March 25th, and will be owned and operated by husband and wife team Yefri Quinones and Nikki Crupi.
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