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SpringGreen Reaches $100 Million in Revenue, Honors Record-Breaking Franchise owner at National Training Conference
PLAINFIELD, Ill., Aug. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SpringGreen has officially crossed the $100 million revenue mark, a major milestone celebrated during the company's 2025 National Training Conference. The achievement fulfills a longtime vision of founder Tom Hofer and represents years of steady growth, operational strength, and franchise owner success. 'This moment has been years in the making,' said CEO Ted Hofer, son of Tom Hofer. 'When my father set his sights on $100 million, it wasn't just a number—it was a challenge to think bigger, serve better, and build a system that could scale. We're proud to say we've arrived, and even more excited for where we're headed next.' In addition to the $100 million milestone, the company recognized franchise owner Jason Jordan for reaching $5 million in annual revenue—the highest ever achieved by an independently owned SpringGreen franchise owner. His success highlights the growth potential within the system and sets a powerful example for other owners. 'Jason's accomplishment is remarkable,' said Brad Johnson, President of SpringGreen. 'He's not just building a strong business—he's setting a new standard for what's possible across the SpringGreen system.' The company also celebrated its growing list of Green Jacket Club members—franchise owners who have reached $1 million or more in annual revenue. These leaders reflect the strength of SpringGreen's model and the continued evolution of the brand toward larger, multi-service operations that deliver long-term value. SpringGreen remains committed to supporting franchise owners with the tools, technology, and strategies they need to grow, diversify, and scale. As the company sets its sights on its next phase of expansion, this milestone moment serves as a springboard for even greater impact. About SpringGreen: Headquartered in Plainfield, Illinois, SpringGreen has been delivering lawn, pest, and tree care services nationwide since 1977. Its service is centered on the beautification of residential and commercial customers in middle-class and affluent neighborhoods and communities. SpringGreen is an attractive opportunity for entrepreneurs and existing green industry business owners who want to align themselves with a franchise opportunity that has proven economic resilience, healthy profit margins, industry-leading business and marketing intelligence, recurring revenue, and retirement and family planning through business ownership. Visit
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Yahoo
Smith County deputy, K9 place second in narcotics competition
SMITH COUNTY, Texas (KETK) — A Smith County deputy and K9 placed second out of 39 teams at a narcotics competition in Florida on Friday. According to the Smith County Precinct 5 Constable's Office, Deputy Alvin Gordon and K9 Blaze attended the National Narcotics Detector Dog Association (NNDDA) National Training Conference at the Hyatt Conference Center in Titusville, Fla., from April 7 through April 11, where they competed against other K9s and handlers. 'Born to Love, Trained to Serve': Arp K9 officer receives protective vest Officials said Gordon and Blaze came home with second place in the narcotics competition out of 39 teams. 'We cannot be prouder of these two and the work they do for Smith County,' the precinct 5 constable's office said. Photos courtesy of Smith County Precinct 5 Constable's Office East Texas school district welcomes new K9 officer NNDDA holds an annual seminar for hundreds of K9s and their handlers with extensive training, including: K9 liability K9 supervisor's course Training sites and certification K9 troubleshooting problems Patrol competition Narcotics competition Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.