Woofie&rsquo;s, a national franchise specializing in pet sitting, dog walking, and premium mobile pet grooming services, is proud to announce that its Woofie&rsquo;s of Greater Jacksonville Franchise Owners Crystal Witt and Neil Dakake have been recognized with a <a target="_blank" href="https://franchisebusinessreview.com/page/franchisee-excellence-awards/" rel="noopener nofollow">2026 Franchisee Excellence&nbsp;Award</a>&nbsp;by <a target="_blank" href="https://franchisebusinessreview.com/" rel="noopener nofollow">Franchise&nbsp;Business Review</a>, a leading independent franchise research firm. This national recognition honors top-performing franchise owners who exemplify exceptional leadership, business performance, and commitment to their communities.
Crystal and Neil were selected from hundreds of nominations submitted by franchise brands that participate in Franchise Business Review&rsquo;s franchisee satisfaction research. The Franchisee Excellence Awards spotlight franchise owners who consistently set the standard for operational excellence, financial performance, and brand leadership across the franchise industry.
&ldquo;Franchisees are the backbone of every successful franchise system, and the Franchisee Excellence Awards recognize those who truly elevate their brands through leadership, performance, and integrity,&rdquo; said Eric Stites, Founder and CEO of Franchise Business Review. &ldquo;These award winners are not only high achievers, they are role models. Their commitment to excellence, their teams, and their communities is what drives long-term success in franchising.&rdquo;
After Crystal&rsquo;s overcoming breast cancer, and with a desire to inspire their children to chase meaningful goals, Crystal and husband Neil launched <a target="_blank" href="https://www.woofies.com/greater-jacksonville/" rel="noopener nofollow">Woofie&rsquo;s&reg; of Greater Jacksonville</a>&nbsp;in 2024. Since then, they have built a skilled local crew, a strong team culture, and have seen significant franchise growth. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.woofies.com/greater-jacksonville/" rel="noopener nofollow">Woofie&rsquo;s&reg; of&nbsp;Greater Jacksonville&rsquo;s</a>&nbsp;talented, AKC S.A.F.E.-certified groomers, trained in pet CPR and first aid, and its 24/7 vet telehealth support help ensure a high level of safety and service for every pet. Crystal and Neil also actively mentor fellow Woofie&rsquo;s franchisees, and Crystal has been selected to serve on the 2026 Woofie&rsquo;s Franchise Advisory Council. Deeply engaged in the community, they partner with local rescues, donate grooming services, host adoption and fundraising events, and proudly support military families at nearby Camp Lejeune.
&ldquo;Choosing&nbsp;to become a Woofie&rsquo;s franchisee has been one of the most rewarding decisions of my life,&rdquo; said Crystal. &ldquo;Building this business with my husband and our children; leading a compassionate, highly trained team, and serving our local community and military families has been an incredible journey. I&rsquo;m grateful for this recognition and excited for what&rsquo;s next.&rdquo;
<a target="_blank" href="https://www.woofies.com/delray-beach/about-us/" rel="noopener nofollow">Amy Addington, Co-founder and President of Woofie&rsquo;s</a>&nbsp;said, "Crystal and Neil exemplify what makes the Woofie&rsquo;s franchisee family so exceptional. They have brought premium, personalized pet care to North Carolina with a passion for service and a community-first mindset. We are proud to see them receive this well-deserved recognition, and we value Crystal&rsquo;s active mentorship of other franchisees through the Woofie&rsquo;s advisory council.&rdquo;&nbsp;
To view the full list of 2026 Franchisee Excellence Award recipients, visit <a target="_blank" href="https://franchisebusinessreview.com/page/franchisee-excellence-awards/" rel="noopener nofollow">FranchiseBusinessReview.com/franchisee-excellence-awards</a>.
For more information about opening a Woofie&rsquo;s franchise visit <a target="_blank" href="https://ownawoofies.com/" rel="noopener nofollow">ownawoofies.com</a>.
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