Empower Brands Announces Franchisees of the Year

Empower Brands, multi-brand franchisor of premium commercial and residential services, announced the winners of the company’s Franchisee of the Year award for each of its residential brands at its 2023 annual meeting in February.

“In all the years of holding our annual meeting, this year marked our first event bringing the residential side of the business together as Empower Brands, and it just so happened to be the biggest and best annual meeting yet,” says Scott Zide, CEO of Empower Brands. “The energy and commitment throughout the event was next level as we gathered, newcomers and veterans alike, to share best practices, brand developments and most importantly, celebrate Empower’s record-breaking year. I want to personally congratulate our four outstanding award winners, their achievements this year are a testament to what the winning mindset can produce and I can’t wait to see what they achieve in the coming year.”

Empower Brands’ Franchisee of the Year awards highlight the accomplishments of owners who not only excel in sales but have a passion for the business and their customers. Recipients are true representatives of the brand’s core values and serve as gold-standard examples to their peers and fellow owners.

THIS YEAR’S AWARD WINNERS INCLUDE:

2022 Archadeck Outdoor Living Franchisee of the Year: Russel Henderson - Nashville, Tenn.

2022 Conserva Irrigation Franchisee of the Year: Jeff Labrecque - Richmond, Va.

2022 Outdoor Lighting Perspectives Franchisee of the Year: Travis Hogue - Winter Park, Colo.

2022 Superior Fence and Rail Franchisee of the Year: Randy Jeppesen & Ryan GambleCharlotte, N.C.

Empower Brands also recognized the top five locations per brand for their excellence in sales, and spearheading the company’s 2022 record year. “This year’s award recipients truly embody the winning mindset and represent the best and brightest of our growing network,” says Tom Welter, President of Residential Brands. “We’re proud to honor their year of accomplishments and kick off our goals for 2023 to continue championing the success of our franchisees. We also can’t wait to have the commercial side of the business with us in attendance next year in Las Vegas!”

To learn more about franchising with Empower Brands, visit EmpowerFranchising.com.