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Five Star Franchising's Home Services Summit 2026

Five Star Franchising, a leading platform encompassing various home service franchise brands, recently hosted its annual Home Services Summit (HSS) from January 14 to 17 at the iconic Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. This year’s assembly attracted close to 1,000 attendees, including franchise owners, corporate personnel, partners, and industry experts, all dedicated to advancing their knowledge and celebrating excellence within the franchise community.

Celebrating Franchise Excellence

The HSS 2026 commenced with a prestigious award ceremony intended to honor the franchise owners who exemplify exceptional performance, substantial growth, and exemplary leadership across Five Star's diverse brand portfolio. The Franchise of the Year awards highlighted achievements in excellence. Notable winners included:

• - Bio-One and Chris Meadows for Bio-One Gaithersburg, Omaha, and Lincoln
• - Card My Yard and Ashley McClendon from Midland, Texas
• - Five Star Bath Solutions and Ken Wood & Mick Frank from Minneapolis
• - Gotcha Covered and Heather & Rick McGregor from Frisco
• - Mosquito Shield and Jonathan Steward from Southern New Jersey
• - 1-800-Packouts and Todd Tyler from San Diego

In total, 76 franchises joined the Million Dollar Club, with many surpassing the $2 million revenue milestone. “These achievements highlight what is possible with devoted owners, robust systems, and the support of a collaborative culture,” remarked Scott Abbott, Co-founder and CEO.

Recognizing Corporate Contributors

Beyond franchise accolades, Five Star Bath Solutions was celebrated as the fastest-growing brand of the year. Dean Hartley from Five Star Bath was named Brand President of the Year, while Dominic Ortman received the VP of the Year recognition, and Jeff Rogers of Mosquito Shield was honored as the Franchise Business Coach of the Year. These awards reflect the dedication to fostering growth and professional development within the brand’s ecosystem.

Educational Empowerment and Industry Leadership

The summit enriched participants with an array of educational events, including keynote presentations and breakout sessions. Focus areas included leadership development, operational excellence, and sustainable growth. Keynote speaker Ian Stein Jr., an NBA performance coach, inspired attendees with his insights on the significance of mindset, consistency, and peak performance.

As Five Star Franchising embarks on its strategic expansion, strengthening its people and elevating operational successes, the company is well-poised for continued growth in the home services sector.

About Five Star Franchising

Five Star Franchising stands as a noteworthy force within the home service franchise landscape, boasting over 1,600 locations across North America. The franchisees under the Five Star umbrella, which includes branding like Five Star Bath Solutions, Gotcha Covered, Bio-One, Mosquito Shield, 1-800-Packouts, and Card My Yard, benefit from immense support and industry-leading tools such as ProNexis, a 24/7 sales support solution tailored for home service businesses.

The organization's adherence to its core values—Driven, Real, Innovative, Vital, and Enthusiastic (DRIVE)—enables franchise owners to realize their growth potential and achieve long-term success. Recognized five times on the Inc. 5000 list of fast-growing companies, Five Star Franchising ranks among Utah’s fastest-growing businesses as well.

For more information about Five Star Franchising, visit fivestarfranchising.com.