Caring Transitions Celebrates Franchisee Success, Unveils New Branding at Annual National Conference

Caring Transitions — the 300-plus unit franchise that provides older adults and their families with the most trusted and comprehensive senior relocation, downsizing and estate sale solutions in the industry — recently held its Annual National Conference in New Orleans. Attendees included over 250 franchise owners, employees, leaders and vendor sponsors within the Caring Transitions network. 

"At this year's Annual National Conference, we gathered as a family, united in our mission to make life's transitions smoother and less stressful for our clients, who are often navigating the most challenging periods of their lives,” said Caring Transitions President Ray Fabik. “Our franchise owners, our dedicated employees, and our trusted partners came together to share ideas, best practices and innovations that not only enhance our services but also alleviate the stresses associated with owning and operating a business. Our teams are working with clients during very stressful and emotional times, so we need to provide them with support so they can make a difference in their communities.”

The conference also offered a prime opportunity for Caring Transitions to highlight the achievements of some of its most successful franchise owners across the country. 

"Each award recipient exemplifies our commitment to excellence, our passion for serving the needs of seniors and their families, and our collective drive to exceed expectations in all that we do,” said Fabik. “It was great to congratulate all our winners and every member of the Caring Transitions network for another year of remarkable accomplishments.”

This year’s awards and winners included:

Rookie of the Year

Winner: Michael Houston of Columbia-West (South Carolina) received this award having completed his first full year prior to the conference. Houston has demonstrated a dedication to the system and the success of his business by laying a solid foundation for his business and contributing to the Caring Transitions community.

The Bruce Treadway Pioneer Spirit Award

Winner: Gina Siegel of Cincinnati East (Ohio) was recognized for embracing growth and evolution, receiving this award that’s named for the first franchisee. Siegel has followed in Bruce Treadway's footsteps by contributing to developing successful practices and exhibiting an inspirational drive in growing her business.

Franchisee of the Year

Winners: Rebecca & Andy Beard of Augusta (Georgia) were recognized as true contributors to the system on multiple levels, from franchise development and training to coaching existing franchisees and participating in system-wide projects while providing feedback to the corporate office. The Beards have proven themselves to be true models for Caring Transitions franchise owners across the country.

Million Dollar Elite Club

Awarded to Caring Transitions franchisees who have reached or exceeded one million dollars in earnings.

Winners:

• Margo Gonzales & Jackie Beckham, Northwest OKC Edmond & Moore (Oklahoma)
• Carolyn Doerr, Mechanicsburg (Pennsylvania)
• Terry Kern, Northern Virginia (Virginia)
• Jared & Risa Meyer, Brazos Valley & The Woodlands (Texas)
• Lisa Malvea, Roswell (Georgia)
• Mimi Shea, Annapolis (Maryland)
• Dani Washington, Greater Richmond (Virginia)
• Rebecca & Andy Beard, Augusta (Georgia)
• Jon Wessels, Eastern & Northeast Iowa (Iowa)
• Sherri Gillette, Southern Arizona (Arizona)

The Tiffiny Lutz Marketing Innovator

Winner: Christine Visser of Mill Creek Everett & Snohomish (Washington), was recognized in honor of the late Tiffiny Lutz, the former Director of Marketing for Caring Transitions. Visser has shown innovation and outside-the-box thinking in local marketing. Visser has been recognized for her diligence in outreach, building strong relationships and prioritizing digital marketing, including teaching herself Google advertising.

Caring for a Cause

Winner: Charlene Blanton of Myrtle Beach (South Carolina) received this award, honoring the late Jeff Rea, highlighting a philanthropic mindset and finding unique ways to contribute to the community. Blanton has demonstrated a profound commitment to giving back, encouraging her team to participate in community service, planning around local events and sitting on several charitable boards to lead fundraising activities for those in need.

In addition to celebrating successes across the system and sharing how to succeed in business, Caring Transitions also unveiled a brand new look as the company continues to evolve to meet the growing demand for its services nationwide. As Caring Transitions moves into the rest of the year, the focus remains on expanding its reach through franchising, enhancing its offerings and continuing to provide exceptional services to seniors and their families. 

“We're not just in the business of moving and downsizing; we're in the business of caring, supporting, and making a positive difference in the lives of those we serve,” said Fabik. “I am immensely proud of our collective effort to innovate, support each other, and provide unparalleled service to our clients. Together, we're making it easier for everyone involved — clients, customers and franchise owners alike.”

Learn more about Caring Transitions’ franchisees here.

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ABOUT CARING TRANSITIONS:

Caring Transitions provides older adults and their families with the most trusted, respected and comprehensive downsizing, right-sizing, estate sales and online auctions, and move management solutions in the industry. Founded in 2006, the brand is committed to helping people in a compassionate and caring manner during life's many transitions while providing a total and easy solution for clients in their time of need. Through their proprietary online sales platform, CTBIDS, Caring Transitions also prepares clients for the process of liquidating assets through their own online estate sales auction site. With over 250 locations, Caring Transitions’ compassionate, experienced professionals minimize stress and relieve the burdens of life’s transitions. To learn more, visit https://www.caringtransitions.com/.