Mike Hanlon, owner of Dream Vacations – Ocean Dreams Travel, one of 81 franchise owners honored for franchise and community leadership by independent research firm
WILMINGTON – Franchise Business Review, an independent market research firm that benchmarks franchisee satisfaction, has announced the annual list of Franchise Rock Stars for 2020. Mike Hanlon, franchise owner of Dream Vacations – Ocean Dreams Travel in Wilmington, was one of 81 franchise owners nationwide who was recognized.
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Each year, Franchise Business Review honors franchise owners who set exceptional examples of achieving success within the franchise model. This year’s Franchise Rock Stars were selected from over 28,000 franchisees, representing more than 300 brands that participated in Franchise Business Review’s research in the past 18 months.
“My travel agency franchise has afforded me the opportunity to travel the world with my family, make dream vacations become reality and inspire others to pursue a career in travel,” said Hanlon. “I am so honored to win this award and be recognized not only for my business accomplishments these past five years, but also for my dedication to continue giving back to active service members and veterans alike.”
The Franchise Rock Stars recognized were nominated by their franchise brand leadership in one of eight categories as franchisees who set admirable examples when it comes to leadership, business acumen, financial and professional success, and contributing to their community. Categories included: Giving Back, Women, Millennials, Veterans, Family-Owned, “Freshmen”, Top-Performers, and Multi-Unit Owners.
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An Army veteran, Hanlon won in the Veterans category. He served in the Armed Forces for 26 years and is a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Hanlon not only educates his former command about the benefits of using a travel agent, he also advocates for franchise ownership among veterans through his role on Dream Vacations’ national Certified Spokesperson Team. In 2019, Hanlon was recognized as Dream Vacations’ Ambassador of Veteran Affairs, an award which honors a former member of the Armed Forces who represents the interests of military veterans and is dedicated to their advancement as travel agents.
