WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tint World franchisees Joe Fazio and Daniel Apa, co-owners of the Greensboro, NC and Charlotte, NC locations, were honored on Sept. 16 by the International Franchise Association with its annual Franchisee of the Year Award. Business owners representing 36 franchise systems were recognized by the IFA this year.
“Daniel and I have truly taken ownership of the [Tint World] brand and believe in it with all our heart. We have taken everything Charles (referring to Charles Bonfiglio the CEO) has said seriously since the very first day we met with him at Franchisee Orientation almost 2 years ago,” said Joe Fazio.
“The franchising community is an important part the U.S. economy due to the hard work of franchisees,” said IFA Chairman Steve Romaniello, managing director, Roark Capital Group.
Fazio and Apa were recognized for their outstanding performance and the contributions to the growth and development of franchising, said Tint World.
According to a study conducted for the IFA Educational Foundation by PricewaterhouseCoopers, there are more than 825,000 franchised businesses across the country, which are indirectly responsible for providing 18 million jobs and generating $2.1 trillion in economic output.
Tint World has sold over 50 franchise licenses sold in the United States alone, and is preparing to open another five locations before the end of this year. It sells window tinting as well as car audio and electronics, performance and styling accessories, custom wheel and tire packages, auto detailing and reconditioning services.
For more information visit http://www.tintworld.com/