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Thomas Park Management Awarded Property Maintenance Contract at Annapolis Town Center

by Katie Lee November 15, 2023

Annapolis, Md. — Thomas Park Management, a fast-growing property management and building maintenance services firm, has been awarded a contract to provide building maintenance services at the Annapolis Town Center in Annapolis, Md. “We are thrilled to be awarded this contract to provide building maintenance services at the Annapolis Town Center,” says Mason Popham, executive vice president at Thomas Park Management. “The Annapolis Town Center is a premier shopping and dining destination, and we are committed to providing the highest level of service to build on the Class A environment …

November 15, 2023

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Webinar: How to Plan & Finance a Successful QSR Remodel

by Sarah Daniels October 18, 2023

The Oct. 12 webinar “How to Plan & Finance a Successful QSR Remodel,” hosted by Retail & Restaurant Facility Business and sponsored by First Franchise Capital, discussed best practices and strategies for planning, financing and executing remodels for quick-service restaurant (QSR) projects. In this brief, 30-minute webinar, expert panelists covered financing options, industry challenges and information on how to drive more traffic through remodeling. Why is remodeling important and how can it fit into a franchise’s growth strategy? What options do franchisees have when it comes to remodeling, refreshing or re-imaging their locations …

October 18, 2023

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Integrated Facilities Management Pioneer NEST Releases Inaugural Social Responsibility Report

by Katie Lee October 3, 2023

Philadelphia — NEST, a pioneer of integrated facilities management, has released its inaugural Social Responsibility Report, highlighting the company’s environmental stewardship, social programming, diversity, equity, inclusion and ethics. The report revealed new impactful programs, including “Trees for ISPs,” where NEST plants a tree for select work completed through its network of 26,000 Independent Service Providers (ISPs). “We recognize that our work at NEST impacts thousands of companies, employees and the environment,” says Rob Almond, CEO of NEST. “We believe that true success means making a positive impact through every facet …

October 3, 2023

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The Power of Paint

by Katie Lee September 20, 2023

— By Sean Gillespie — 5 important reasons you should repaint your commercial building. When it comes to building a solid, consistent image, many owners overlook the power of paint. A good paint job can have a direct impact on your marketing efforts by creating a sophisticated look and feel that makes your business more inviting to potential clients. There are lots of reasons that painting your commercial building is beneficial, so let’s dive into the details. First Impressions Matter A person’s first impression of something is influenced by surface …

September 20, 2023

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SMG Appoints Vice President of Operations

by Katie Lee September 11, 2023

Red Bank, N.J. — SMG, a leading name in the facilities management industry, has appointed Jordan Rochwick as its new vice president of operations. With over a decade of extensive experience in the facilities management and built environment space, Rochwick will play a pivotal role in supporting client success, sales and overall operational excellence at SMG. Rochwick brings to SMG a wealth of knowledge and expertise, having spent over a decade in the facilities management industry. In her new role, she will lead SMG’s operations team, driving the company’s mission …

September 11, 2023

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Tango, Provider of Cloud-Based Real Estate and FM Software, Acquires WatchWire

by Katie Lee August 10, 2023

Dallas and New York City — Tango, a leading provider of cloud-based real estate and facilities management software, has acquired WatchWire, an industry leader in data and analytics that helps companies reduce emissions and energy expenses while simplifying sustainability and carbon reporting. The transaction further extends Tango’s position as a global leader in the real estate and facilities management space, enabling companies to meet their energy management and sustainability goals. WatchWire’s leadership team will join Tango; financial terms of the private transaction were not disclosed. “Faced with a rapidly changing …

August 10, 2023

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CoolSys Acquires Lima Company, a Mid-Atlantic HVAC/R & Plumbing Company

by Katie Lee August 3, 2023

Brea, Calif. — CoolSys™, a market-leading nationwide provider of sustainable refrigeration, HVAC, energy and engineering solutions, has acquired Lima Company, a blended service provider of commercial and industrial HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing and energy services throughout eastern Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland and New Jersey. Through this acquisition, CoolSys expands its mission-critical offerings and strengthens its market presence in the Mid-Atlantic region. “We’re excited to have Lima Company join the CoolSys family of companies,” says Rick Frier, chairman and CEO interim at CoolSys. “A proven market leader, Lima Company and its management team …

August 3, 2023

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ServiceChannel Teams Up with Accruent

by Katie Lee June 29, 2023

Pleasanton, Calif. — ServiceChannel, a leading platform for facilities and asset performance, has formed a strategic partnership with Accruent, a leading provider of real estate and workplace management software. The two operating companies of Fortive Corporation have combined their best-of-breed solutions into a powerful Integrated Workplace Management System (IWMS) for multi-site business operators that automates important processes around commercial real estate, construction, leases, facilities and assets. “There’s no other software portfolio in the world like ours to meet the needs of multi-unit real-estate operators. Fortive is committed to offering world-class …

June 29, 2023

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BRIX Holdings Chooses Interface to Streamline Network and Security Operations

by Katie Lee June 14, 2023

St. Louis — Interface Systems, a leading managed service provider of business security, actionable insights and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses, has been selected by BRIX Holdings, a leading multi-brand franchising company that specializes in the “better-for-you” QSR segment, to deploy managed network, business voice, PCI compliance, business security and business intelligence solutions for all their franchise locations, including Red Mango Cafe, Smoothie Factory + Kitchen, Souper Salad, Orange Leaf, Humble Donut Co, Greenz, Friendly’s and Pizza Jukebox. Interface’s solutions enable BRIX to offer its franchisees a modern and proven …

June 14, 2023

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KBS Appoints New Chief Operating Officer

by Katie Lee June 6, 2023

Oceanside, Calif. — Kellermeyer Bergensons Services (KBS), a trusted partner to leading operations and facility managers across North America, has hired seasoned operational executive Ray Aschenbach as its new chief operating officer. “It is with great pleasure that we welcome Ray Aschenbach to the KBS team as our newly appointed chief operating officer,” says Mark Minasian, CEO at KBS. “Ray is an exceptional leader who brings a wealth of experience creating an environment that drives both operational efficiency and quality service delivery. He will be instrumental in generating continued growth …

June 6, 2023

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