No. 1 Flooring Franchise Wraps First Quarter
with Expansion Across 40 Territories
ATLANTA, May 20, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Floor Coverings International® (FCI), the No.
1 flooring franchise in North
America, known for its locally owned Mobile Flooring
Showrooms® and knowledgeable teams of trusted professionals, signed
19 new franchisees into its system in Q1 of 2024. Making for a
record-breaking quarter, these numbers reflect a 90% growth
increase compared to Q1 of 2023 and puts the brand on the fast
track to achieving its goal of awarding 100 new franchisees this
year.
90% growth increase compared to Q1 of 2023
puts the brand on the fast track for franchise growth
Floor Coverings International's 19 newest franchisees span 40
territories across North America.
They will join the brand's current roster of more than 250
franchises and continue in FCI's legacy of responsible franchising.
Over the last 35 years, FCI has cultivated an ethos of effective
franchise management. The credibility the brand has built with
franchise owners and customers alike has paved the way for its
franchise development strategies to accelerate year-over-year.
"Floor Coverings International's track record over the last 30
years speaks for itself, but this recent wave of interested and
qualified candidates is a testament to the quality system, brand,
and team we've built," said Albert
Hermans, Vice President of Franchise Development at Floor
Coverings International. "Providing unparalleled service to our
customers and being accountable to our franchisees is second nature
to us. The growth we are witnessing today is a result of decades of
doing business right and ensuring we serve each franchisee with the
support, care, and resources they deserve."
The franchise brand's rapid growth in the last quarter is the
culmination of three years of planning driven by the brand's
marketing, operations, and franchise development teams. The
franchise's novel use of 32 regional marketing co-ops has helped
boost brand awareness across North
America. Floor Coverings International has incorporated new
technologies to facilitate better customer service, and its
continuously evolving training programs have been strengthening the
franchise at every level.
"The number of new franchises we've welcomed into our community
in Q1 alone is an exciting indication of what's to come," said
Tom Wood, President & CEO of Floor Coverings
International. "We've been around long enough to know when
goals are unrealistic, and I can confidently say that our mission
to bring on 100 new franchisees by year end is ambitious, but
absolutely achievable. When you can be this confident in your
systems and your people, you're obligated to reach for incredible
goals."
Floor Coverings International's focus on strengthening its
foundation has expedited the onboarding of new franchisees, with
92% of them becoming operational within six months of signing on.
The initial training period for new franchisees entails two years
of guided support and in-person visits to solidify new owners'
foundation in the flooring industry, even after doors open. The
speed of and support provided during the early stages of opening a
FCI franchise has piqued the interest of potential new franchise
owners looking to invest in a resilient concept with the potential
to grow.
Since its launch in 1988, FCI has become a recognized market
leader by building a robust network of more than 250 franchises
across the country, serving more than 400,000 happy customers, and
is showing no signs of slowing down. With the $48 billion flooring industry expected to rise,
FCI is poised to continue its market leadership and growth.
With hundreds of prime territories available, Floor Coverings
International is actively seeking growth-minded individuals who are
involved in their community, boast leadership skills, and are eager
to explore the world of franchising. When franchisees invest with
FCI, they're investing in an organization with a strong culture,
solid systems, and a proven business model backed with 35-plus
years of experience in providing exceptional customer service.
FCI's franchise opportunity is one of the most affordable within
the $450 billion home remodeling
industry, with total investment costs ranging from $154,400 – $341,000*.
For more information about the franchise opportunity, please
visit https://flooring-franchise.com/ or call 877-559-3496.
About Floor Coverings International
Floor Coverings
International is the #1 Mobile Flooring franchise in North America. Utilizing a unique in-home
experience, the mobile showroom comes directly to the customer's
door with more than 3,000 flooring choices. Floor Coverings
International has 250-plus locations throughout the U.S. and
Canada with plenty of opportunity
for continued expansion. For franchise information, please visit
https://flooring-franchise.com/ and to find your closest location
go to www.floorcoveringsinternational.com.
*See Item 7 of our current Franchise Disclosure Document for
more information and context about the initial investment.
Media Contact: Marisa
Beaumont, mbeaumont@fishmanpr.com
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