PHOENIX, Feb. 18, 2024 – The International Franchise Association (IFA) today named Aaron Carpenter and Joanne Oh, owners of Grand Welcome Bend & Central Oregon in Bend, OR as a 2023 Franchisee of the Year. Carpenter and Oh were honored at the 64^th IFA Annual Convention in Phoenix, Ariz., for being outstanding franchise establishment owner-operators.

For the third consecutive year, Grand Welcome franchisees have proudly secured the Franchisee of the Year award. In 2023, our exceptional team in Branson and the Ozarks clinched this honor, following the success of our Nashville, Austin, and Smoky Mountains team in 2022.

“Franchisees of the Year exemplify what franchising is all about – providing opportunity, serving others, and fulfilling the American Dream,” said Matthew Haller, President and CEO of the International Franchise Association. “We are proud to recognize Aaron and Joanne with the highest honor IFA awards to individual franchisees, and I have no doubt their work is changing lives and making a lasting community impact.”

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Grand Welcome, a leading hospitality and vacation rental management company, is thrilled to announce its recent accolade as a Top Brand of 2023 by Franchise Journal. This esteemed recognition is a testament to Grand Welcome’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and outstanding service in the ever-evolving hospitality industry.  […]

Grand Welcome, a leading player in the hospitality industry, is thrilled to announce its inclusion as a 2024 Verified Franchise in Entrepreneur Magazine’s highly anticipated Franchise 500 Issue. This accolade marks a significant achievement for Grand Welcome and underscores the company’s commitment to excellence and innovation in the franchise sector. […]

Grand Welcome ended 2023 on a strong note by awarding its 75th franchise. Its future is looking just as spectacular as one of its show-stopping rental properties for 2024, as the company prepares to take on the overseas market. […]

In a landmark achievement, Grand Welcome has been named one of Franchise Dictionary Magazine’s TOP 100 Game Changers for 2023. The prestigious designation is a testament to the company’s dedication to excellence and innovation in the franchise industry. 

Alesia Visconti, CEO of Franchise Dictionary Magazine and FranServe, expressed her enthusiasm for this year’s exceptional honorees. She remarked, “2023 was a year of explosive growth and success for the franchise model. A brand that earns the Top 100 Game Changers designation has gone the extra mile to improve people’s lives and sets itself apart! We are THRILLED to recognize and showcase these 100+ FRAN-TASTIC brands that went above and beyond. Here’s to #ChangingLives and congrats to this year’s Game Changers!”  […]

We are proud to announce that Grand Welcome has been recognized as one of the top franchises for veterans by Entrepreneur Magazine. This prestigious honor is a testament to our commitment towards supporting and empowering veterans in their entrepreneurial journey. […]

Grand Welcome, a leading franchise in the hospitality industry, is proud to announce that it has been named to the Franchise Times Top 400 list. This exclusive annual ranking of the largest U.S.-based franchise systems is based on global systemwide sales and is the result of a five-month research and reporting effort by Franchise Times. […]

Grand Welcome, a leading travel franchise, has been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as a top franchise for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Grand Welcome was ranked #39 in the magazine’s 2023 list.

“We are honored to be recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine for our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion,” said Grand Welcome CEO, Brandon Ezra. “At Grand Welcome, we strive to create an inclusive and equitable environment for our franchisees and employees. We are proud to be part of a larger movement to create a more diverse and equitable business landscape.” […]