Terri Smith of Woodhouse Spas Awarded Franchisee of the Year by International Franchise Association
Indianapolis Franchise Owner Received Honor at 63rd IFA Convention
INDIANAPOLIS, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The International Franchise Association (IFA) has named Terri Smith owner of Woodhouse Spas Carmel, Bottleworks, Zionsville, and Fishers in the greater Indianapolis, Indiana region as a 2023 Franchisee of the Year. Smith was honored at the 63rd IFA Annual Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, for being an outstanding franchise establishment owner-operator.
"Franchisee of the Year recipients represent the best in franchising," said Matthew Haller, president and CEO of the International Franchise Association. "This is the highest honor IFA awards to individual franchisees, and local business owners like Terri exemplify the power of franchising and its positive contributions to communities around the world."
The Franchisee of the Year Award, sponsored by IFA's partner Paychex, recognizes leading franchise owners from IFA member brands whose outstanding performance and contributions help protect, enhance, and promote the franchise business model. Nominated by their parent company, individuals are selected for their service to their communities, fostering a strong and vibrant workforce, opening the doors for career growth and entrepreneurship, and supporting their fellow franchisees.
About Smith:
Terri Smith began her career in marketing for the Estée Lauder Companies and was a natural within the beauty and wellness industry from the start. During her time there, she developed her skills in finance and leadership, which set the foundation for owning multiple spas for this successful franchise. With more than a decade under her belt, she has learned what it takes to maximize the books, provide a productive work environment, and create a customizable treatment menu. Upon discovering Woodhouse, Smith immediately fell in love with the concept and signed her agreement the first day she met the team, claiming she was home.
Smith is always looking for innovative product lines that will produce positive results to help expand the Woodhouse brand. Her Woodhouse Carmel location ranks within the top five locations in sales among the Woodhouse franchise, which consists of more than 70 locations nationwide. Smith's spa locations truly encapsulate the essence of Woodhouse, offering guests affordable, luxurious, customizable treatments and experiences for all, while treating guests as true VIPs.
About Woodhouse Spa:
Founded in Victoria, Texas in 2001, Woodhouse Spa provides each guest with a tranquil, transformational environment that's both memorable and healthful. From beginning to end, dedicated spa teams ensure that each visit enhances the guest's well-being. With more than 77 spas across the country, guests of Woodhouse are guaranteed the same high-quality signature services and luxurious experience regardless of location. For more information, please visit http://www.woodhousespas.com.
There are approximately 800,000 franchised businesses across the U.S., providing over 8.4 million direct jobs and generating over $800 billion in economic output. According to Oxford Economics, franchising on average provides higher wages and better benefits than non-franchised businesses, as well as greater entrepreneurial opportunities to minorities, women, veterans, and other underrepresented communities.
About the International Franchise Association:
Celebrating over 60 years of excellence, education, and advocacy, the International Franchise Association (IFA) is the world's oldest and largest organization representing franchising worldwide. IFA works through its government relations and public policy, media relations, and educational programs to protect, enhance and promote franchising and the approximately 790,492 franchise establishments that support nearly 8.4 million direct jobs, $825.4 billion of economic output for the U.S. economy, and almost 3 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). IFA members include franchise companies in over 300 different business format categories, individual franchisees, and companies that support the industry in marketing, law, technology, and business development.
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