Waco resident Chris Elmore, vice president of operations for Aire Serv
Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc., has been recognized as a Certified
Franchise Executive by the Institute of Certified Franchise Executives.
Elmore completed a comprehensive course of study in franchise management
offered by the institute, which is the academic branch of the International
Franchise Association’s Educational Foundation. The International
Franchise Association is the world’s oldest and largest organization
representing franchising worldwide and will honor this year’s designees
during its annual convention in Las Vegas.
“When I joined IFA as President and CEO, I was immediately impressed
by the number of highly-respected franchise executives who have earned
their CFE designation,” said IFA’s chief executive Stephen
J. Caldeira. “I was also equally impressed by the increasing number
of franchise executives who have enrolled in the program. In fact, the
value of the program was so apparent and powerful to me that I decided
to earn my CFE as well. I’m delighted to be a member of the CFE
Class of 2011.”
Elmore joined Aire Serv Heating & Air conditioning, Inc. as a Franchise
Consultant in May of 2000. Having more than 10 years of experience in
heating and air conditioning and franchisee relations, Elmore has been
an asset to the growth of the Aire Serv brand.
Getting my CFE certification adds another level of credibility to the
franchising education I’ve gotten at The Dwyer Group,” said
Elmore. “It’s really a testament to the high level of experience
and the willingness of others at The Dwyer Group to pass on their knowledge.
Thanks to The Dwyer Group family and the IFA for giving me a great opportunity.”
Nearly 1,300 franchise executives are currently enrolled or have received
certification. More than 300 IFA-member companies currently have one or
more executives enrolled in the program that provides benefits such as
specialized knowledge, industry recognition, peer-level networking and
professional standing.
Candidates are required to complete a rigorous course of study to earn
the CFE designation, which includes attending institute-sponsored educational
seminars and workshops. The program enhances franchising professionals’
understanding of both the industry’s fundamental and complex aspects.
For more about the CFE program, visit Franchise.org or contact IFA Media
Relations on 202-628-8000.