Understanding Franchise Exit Strategies Recently, Stratus CEO Doug Flaig moderated a powerful panel discussion at the Franchise Leadership & Development Conference, bringing together industry leaders to tackle one of the most overlooked aspects of franchise ownership: exit planning. The conversation revealed critical insights about resales, transfers, and smooth ownership transitions that every franchisee should […]
Stratus Building Solutions has once again earned its place on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500®, climbing three spots in the 2026 ranking. As the number one commercial cleaning franchise in the country, this recognition reflects the company’s continued upward momentum, financial stability, and the dedication of its growing network of franchise owners. What the Franchise 500 Ranking […]
For the fourth consecutive year, Entrepreneur magazine has named Stratus Building Solutions the #1 fastest-growing franchise in its prestigious annual ranking — a milestone no brand has ever achieved before in the list’s history. That’s not just a record. That’s a statement about what happens when the right business model meets the right moment. What […]
Why Accountability Is the Real Leadership Superpower At Stratus, our story isn’t just about awards — it’s about the companies, franchises, and teams we’ve helped succeed through real-world leadership principles. In his latest Forbes article, VP of Franchise Development Rob Lancit argues that accountability is the bedrock of both personal growth and professional excellence — […]
Green Cleaning Is Reshaping the Industry The commercial cleaning industry is at a pivotal moment. Green cleaning, once considered a niche market, now represents a rapidly growing segment of the $400 billion global cleaning services sector. While it currently accounts for less than 10% of the market, projections show dramatic growth over the next decade. […]
Why the Franchise Validation Process Matters Most At Stratus, our story isn’t just about awards. It’s about helping future owners make smart decisions — and that begins with the franchise validation process. In his latest article for Forbes, Rob Lancit, VP of Franchise Development at Stratus, explains why validation is one of the most important […]
In a Job Market Full of Questions, Stratus Offers a Proven Path Forward With economic uncertainty on the rise and layoffs dominating headlines, more people are reevaluating their careers—and looking for something they can control. One increasingly considered solution? Buying a business. Franchising offers structure, support, and stability, especially in industries that continue to grow […]
Why Is Everyone Talking About Servant Leadership? Because It Works. At Stratus, our story isn’t just about awards, it’s about people. And now, our CEO Doug Flaig is spotlighting what makes our system thrive: servant leadership. In his latest article for Franchising.com, Doug makes a strong case for flipping the leadership script. Instead of “command […]
06/30/2022 Last night the Burlington Chamber of Commerce hosted their 2022 Business Excellence Awards! And the winner for Service, Business-to-Business: Stratus Building Solutions of Hamilton. Accepted by Shafiq Mohamed, President Read the entire article here: Burlington Gazette
03/22/2023 Stratus Building Solutions of Cleveland, Ohio was featured on WOIO TV News. Tim Tilton was interviewed by Gab Kreuz on the topic of gym cleanliness and how to stay safe when working out. Watch the WOIO Cleveland 19 News segment, or you can watch the complete interview below: Visit the Stratus Building Solutions of […]
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