COOL-BINZ Appoints David McFarlane Business Development Specialist

HW - David McFarlane. COOL-BINZ

McFarlane has Previous Small Business Ownership Experience

COOL-BINZ, a Florida-based portable climate-controlled storage solution concept, announced David McFarlane as business development specialist. With this role, he will assist with brand sales and enhance the franchise concept’s visibility. This role comes amid COOL-BINZ’ recently announced franchise initiative. 

“As a previous small business owner, I’ve worn a lot of hats — sales, advertising, project management, equipment operator, employee trainer and sometimes assisting on job sites. I am looking forward to bringing my lifetime of experiences to COOL-BINZ and thrilled to have the opportunity,” McFarlane said. Additionally, his sales experience allows him to focus on bringing in new work to help the business grow. He’s excited to increase gross sales and actively sell to local businesses. In addition to McFarlane, COOL-BINZ recently added Melissa Gates as franchise support manager. 

David McFarlane. COOL-BINZ
David McFarlane is the new business development specialist for COOL-BINZ.

“We are thrilled to welcome David to our team. We have been focused on building our team to support the brand’s growth, and David is perfect for the job. With years of leadership and professional experience under his belt, we are confident that he will ensure a positive impact on COOL-BINZ,” COOL-BINZ co-owner Kathryn Padalino, said in a statement.

New to Franchising

This is McFarlane’s first role in franchising, so he’s constantly learning and eager to see where it takes him. He believes aspiring business owners looking to enter franchising should go for it. “If you apply and get involved, it could be your dream job. You never know!” To create the most seamless operations possible, McFarlane believes in creating a strong support system to give franchisees a solid direction and foundation.

About BELFOR Franchise Group

BELFOR Franchise Group is a division of BELFOR Property Restoration and is the world’s largest residential and commercial services franchise group, according to a press release. In addition to COOL-BINZ, other franchise concepts with BELFOR include 1-800-BOARDUP, 1-800 WATER DAMAGE, Blue Kangaroo Packoutz, Chem-Dry Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning, DUCTZ International, HOODZ International, N-Hance Wood Refinishing, The Patch Boys, redbox+ Dumpsters, Safer Home Services, WINMAR, and Z PLUMBERZ.

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Haley Cafarella is a passionate journalist and writer for IFPG. In her role as content manager, she creates original articles for FranchiseWire and Franchise Consultant Magazine. Her specialties include educational articles about buying a franchise and franchise consulting. She also reports on franchise professionals who were recently promoted or hired through FranchiseWire’s popular HireWire series.

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