One of the largest U.S. window cleaning franchises, Fish Window Cleaning Services, has recognized its strongest owners at the company’s national convention.
Fish Window Cleaning Services honorees were recognized for sales growth, leadership, and operational excellence. The Franchisee of the Year award was presented to Tim and Sheila Weissman, the owners of three Fish Window Cleaning territories in the Houston, Texas market. The couple have been part of the Fish Window Cleaning system since 2008.
“This year’s Franchisees of the Year have consistently performed at a high level and continue to be outstanding ambassadors for the Fish brand,” said Randy Cross, president of Fish Window Cleaning. “Not only were two of their locations among the top growth performers in the country this year, but they’ve also helped grow the system by bringing in new franchisees and serving on our Franchise Advisory Council multiple times. Their commitment to the brand and to their team is unmatched.”
A former clinical psychologist who treated combat veterans for PTSD, Tim says the leap from the VA hospital to window cleaning wasn’t easy, but it was worth it.
“Leaving behind a professional career to clean windows came with a lot of doubts,” Tim said. “But Sheila and I believed in this business, and we believed in the people behind the brand. We worked hard, followed the system, and built something meaningful – not just for us, but for our family, our employees, and our customers. To be recognized in this way is incredibly humbling.”
The Weissman family also continues to grow the business with the help of family members. Three of the couple’s four children either work or have worked in the business, and the Weissmans remain passionate about supporting others in the FISH system.
Tim has also mentored franchise prospects, coached new owners, and assisted his younger brother in becoming a Fish franchisee in Tyler, Texas.
Founded and based in St. Louis, Missouri, also the home of the annual convention, the Fish franchise has over 270 locations nationwide. The franchise provides service to more than 200,000 commercial and residential customers.
“Every year, we recognize franchisees who go above and beyond in serving their customers, teams, and communities,” said Randy Cross, President of Fish Window Cleaning. “These award winners represent the very best of our system. They are proof that hard work, smart operations, and a commitment to quality can lead to lasting success.”
Other awards presented this year include:
- Rookie of the Year: Vance and Lynn Verdoorn – Springfield, Missouri
- Soaring Eagle Award: Trent Harper – Birmingham, Alabama; Eida & Greg Curtis – Hales Corners, Wisconsin (Recognized for outstanding performance and rapid business growth during their first year of operation.)
Franchisees who acquired an existing business and significantly elevated its performance.
- Top Producer Award (Cleaning over $1M in total revenue across territories):
- Chris Haring – Appleton, Wisconsin (2 locations)
- Randy Cross – Grand Rapids, Michigan
- John & Becky Carswell – Dallas, Texas (3 territories)
- Kevin & Nick Brown – Kalamazoo, Michigan (2 locations)
- Nathan Pierce – Boston, Massachusetts (4 territories)
- Percentage Growth Award (Highest year-over-year growth):
- Eric Silver – Arlington, Texas – 64.12%
- Jack and Elizabeth Williamson – Killeen, Texas – 49.76%
Earle Smith – Phoenix, Arizona – 44.53% - Bridget & Joe Lang – Farmington Hills, Michigan – 43.68%
- Quin & Sharon Hartman – Lancaster, Pennsylvania – 40%
To learn more about franchise opportunities with Fish Window Cleaning, visit http://www.fishwindowcleaning.com/franchise.
