British Swim School is excited to welcome Mandy Leigh Thompson and Constantine Pappas to the British Swim School family with the purchase of their new territory in Wallingford, Connecticut. This ownership team brings together strong leadership, education, community engagement, business operations, and creative management experience, along with a shared commitment to building a meaningful, community-centered business rooted in water safety. Mandy brings a diverse background in education, administration, event coordination, community outreach, and the arts. Throughout her career, she has taught and directed youth programs, led teams, managed business operations, and has built strong relationships across the local business community. Constantine brings extensive leadership experience as a professional performer and artistic director, with a background in theatre operations, audience development, marketing, sponsorships, and organizational management. Together, they combine creativity, strong interpersonal skills, and a hands-on approach to building positive experiences and lasting community connections. Their decision to join British Swim School is rooted in both purpose and opportunity. Mandy and Constantine were drawn to the chance to build a business that helps children and adults develop essential water safety skills while discovering the joy and confidence that swimming can provide. As first-time business owners, they also valued British Swim School’s 40-year history, proven business model, collaborative culture, and structured training and support.

Houston Memorial is getting a new Gorilla presence. Gorilla Property Services is excited to welcome Brian and Elizabeth Boelsche as the newest franchise owners in the system, bringing three territories to one of the fastest-growing areas in Texas. For Brian and Elizabeth, this opportunity represents the combination of years of professional experience, strong leadership backgrounds, and a desire to build something of their own while serving their local community. Brian is a Licensed Professional Land Surveyor with more than 15 years of experience in the engineering and surveying industry. In his current role, he leads surveying operations for a respected Houston-based firm, overseeing field teams, managing large-scale projects, and helping drive strategic growth. His background in operations, project management, and team leadership provides a strong foundation for business ownership. Elizabeth brings more than 15 years of leadership experience across the logistics, oil and gas, and biotechnology sectors. As a U.S. Customer Success Manager for a global DNA sequencing company, she focuses on process improvement, strategic planning, and building strong customer relationships. Her ability to create efficient systems and deliver exceptional customer experiences complements Brian's operational expertise perfectly. Together, they saw an opportunity to bring Gorilla Property Services' "One Call" solution to the Houston Memorial community, helping residential and commercial property owners simplify exterior maintenance through a trusted, professional service provider. Their combined experience in leadership, operations, customer service, and business strategy makes them a natural fit for the Gorilla system, and their commitment to excellence positions them well for long-term success. Congratulations to Brian and Elizabeth Boelsche on their new venture!

Some franchisees are new to business ownership. Louis and Katherine Blake-Chenier are not. The husband-and-wife team behind the newest Gorilla Property Services expansion in South Florida brings decades of experience building businesses, leading teams, and growing successful franchise operations. Together, they've been on both sides of franchising. As operators, owners, and advisors, which made Gorilla Property Services a natural fit for their next venture. Leading the day-to-day operation is Louis Chenier, President and Founder of Chenier Drilling Services in Ontario, Canada. For nearly two decades, Louis has overseen field operations, managed crews, maintained equipment fleets, and held full responsibility for business performance in a demanding service-based industry. His experience building systems, leading people, and delivering consistent results provides a strong foundation for growing a service business. Entrepreneurship is nothing new to Louis. Alongside Katherine, he also helped own and operate five Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa locations across Michigan, Illinois, and Florida. That experience gave him firsthand insight into scaling a franchise operation while maintaining a strong focus on customer service and operational excellence. Katherine brings an equally impressive background. As a FranNet Certified Franchise Consultant, she has spent years helping aspiring entrepreneurs find the right business opportunities while developing a deep understanding of franchise systems and what separates great brands from average ones. Her experience as both a consultant and franchise owner gives the team a unique perspective as they begin this next chapter. When evaluating opportunities, Gorilla Property Services stood out because of its scalable model, recurring revenue opportunities, and ability to provide meaningful value to both residential and commercial property owners. "We were looking for a business that combined strong systems, essential services, and long-term growth potential. Gorilla checked every box."

Some franchise partnerships come together because of a shared industry background. Others come together because each person brings something completely different to the table. That's exactly what happened with the team of Lesley Short, Chris Short, and Jeff Bianchetta, the newest owners bringing EverLine Coatings and Services to Richmond, Virginia. For Lesley, the opportunity is personal. A Richmond native, she grew up in the area before earning her Finance degree from James Madison University and an MBA from the University of Virginia. Over the past 15 years, she has helped build customer loyalty and marketing programs for nationally recognized brands including Starbucks and Sweetgreen. Her experience creating exceptional customer experiences and leading high-performing teams will be at the heart of the business. Chris brings a completely different perspective. A technology and product leader with more than two decades of experience, he has helped drive innovation and launch new products at companies including Amazon, Capital One, and McKinsey. His background in systems, strategy, and execution provides a strong foundation for building a scalable operation focused on consistency and quality. Then there's Jeff. After earning both his BBA and MBA from Mississippi State University, Jeff spent three years in leadership with Walmart before building a 19-year career with ALDI. Along the way, he developed expertise in operations, real estate, branding, marketing, warehousing, and strategic planning. Simply put, he understands how to build systems that work. Together, the trio saw an opportunity to bring something different to Richmond. Rather than another contractor focused solely on completing jobs, they were drawn to EverLine's commitment to professionalism, communication, reliability, and customer service in an industry that has historically lacked consistency. "We're excited to deepen our roots in the Richmond community, create local jobs, and provide a dependable service that local businesses and property owners can count on."

Powered by BrandONE, Trua Senior Living Locators is proud to announce the placement of its newest franchise owner, Tiffany McCray, who will serve families across North Dallas. Tiffany brings a strong foundation in education, finance, and business leadership to her new role — a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, a Bachelor of Arts in American Sign Language from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and an MBA from Harding University. That background, paired with a deep commitment to community engagement, is now finding a new outlet: helping older adults and their families navigate one of life's biggest decisions with dignity and confidence. What stood out during her decision process: - Trua's thorough, personalized assessment process — built to find the right community the first time, not a one-size-fits-all match. - The brand's use of clinical-informed assessments, vetting protocols, and proprietary tools to match seniors based on physical, psychological, financial, and even spiritual needs. - The realization that this isn't just a placement business — it's a mission-driven profession with the potential for frequent, meaningful impact. Tiffany's own words capture it best: she was drawn to a model where she could "provide a service and not have to ask for a sale," and where helping someone who needs support is the whole point. A special thank-you to franchise development representative Kim Robinson for guiding Tiffany through the placement process. Welcome to the Trua family, Tiffany – North Dallas families are in great hands.