CertaPro Painters® Announces Franchise Award Winners: CertaPro Painters® has announced the winners of its 2025 franchise awards. These awards honor the CertaPro Painters® Franchise owners and the CertaPro Painters® painting teams. They do work and show good leadership. They also make sure the customers are really happy, with the painting jobs they do on homes and buildings. CertaPro Painters® gives these awards to the CertaPro Painters® Franchise owners and the CertaPro Painters® painting teams who do a job.
The awards honor franchisees who repeatedly Showcase operational excellence, team culture, innovation, and profitable growth in local markets across North America
CertaCup Winner: Franchise of the Year
Aaron and Michelle Lewis – CertaPro Painters® of Northwest Arkansas
- Named CertaPro’s most prestigious award recipient
- Selected from 330+ franchise locations across North America
- Honored at the annual conference in Orlando in January
- Marking their 20th year in business with the brand
The Lewises were recognized for their long-term leadership, adaptability, and system-wide impact. They have helped shape franchise operations by:
- Launching leadership models such as CertaHealth
- Introducing new technology solutions across the franchise network
- Driving initiatives that improve efficiency and collaboration
“All of our success this year was a true team effort,” said Aaron Lewis.
“I’m incredibly proud of the culture we’ve built,” added Michelle Lewis.
2025 CertaCup Finalists
The following franchise owners were also honored for exceptional performance:
- Alfredo Flores & Manuel Sanchez – Central & Northeast Houston, TX
- JJ Darr – Dayton, OH
- Mitch Berliner, Peter Buttenwieser & John DeLuca – Westchester & Southern Connecticut
- Gary Sabean – Fraser Valley
Top Residential Painters & Painting Teams
Recognized for craftsmanship, customer trust, and consistent performance
- Jim Kmiec – Fox Valley North, IL
- Over 20 years with CertaPro
- Frequently requested by customers by name
- Juan Quijada & Team – Columbus
- Generated over $1 million in completed jobs in 2025
- Previous award winners returning to the top
Top Commercial Painters & Painting Teams
Honored for large-scale project execution and professionalism
- Oscar Santamaria – Rhode Island
- With CertaPro since 2002
- Known for tackling complex commercial challenges
- RNG Painting (Robert Garcia & Team) – Austin, TX
- Skilled five-member crew
- Delivered on-time, on-budget large commercial projects
Leadership Perspective
“The franchise owners and painting teams we’re recognizing this year raise the bar for our entire organization,”
— Mike Stone, President & CEO, CertaPro Painters®
Stone emphasized that strong leadership, professionalism, and community commitment continue to drive the brand’s success.
Conclusion Of CertaPro Painters® Announces Franchise Award Winners
CertaPro Painters®’ 2025 award winners reflect the strength of the brand’s franchise system, highlighting leaders and teams who consistently deliver quality, innovation, and trust in their local markets.
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