Tim Hayes of Executive Home Care Richmond Named IFA Franchisee of the Year

RICHMOND, Va. - The International Franchise Association (IFA) named Tim Hayes, owner of Executive Home Care Richmond in Richmond, Virginia, as a 2026 Franchisee of the Year. Hayes will be honored at the IFA26 Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C., Sept. 14-16, for outstanding franchise ownership and excellence in entrepreneurship, community outreach, workforce development and service to others. Nominated by his brand, the IFA Franchisee of the Year awards recognize top franchisees from IFA member brands across industries and communities nationwide.

“Franchisees of the Year demonstrate what franchising is all about - individuals who have committed their lives and careers to the betterment of those around them, building something bigger than themselves,” said Matt Haller, president and CEO of the International Franchise Association. “Through their leadership, they create jobs and build careers, give back to their communities, and support other franchisees, all while exemplifying the entrepreneurial spirit at the heart of franchising. We are proud to recognize Tim Hayes with IFA’s highest honor for individual franchisees and celebrate his commitment to making a difference both within his business and beyond.”

The Franchisee of the Year awards recognize leading franchise owners for community involvement, fostering a strong workforce, assisting fellow franchisees and embodying the entrepreneurial spirit. Their performance and contributions help strengthen their businesses and the franchise business model.

Hayes and his team provide personalized, nonmedical home care services to older adults and families throughout the Richmond area. Executive Home Care Richmond supports clients with services that may include companionship, personal care, homemaking and specialized assistance based on each family’s needs.

“It is an honor to receive this recognition, but it belongs just as much to our caregivers and office team as it does to me,” Hayes said. “They show up every day with compassion and dedication, helping older adults remain safe and comfortable at home while giving families greater peace of mind. I am proud of the difference we make together.”

“Tim leads with a genuine commitment to the people his business serves and the caregivers who make that service possible,” said Jeanette Weinz, brand president of Executive Home Care. “He understands that exceptional home care begins with strong relationships, dependable support and compassion. We are proud to see his leadership recognized by IFA.”

For more information about Executive Home Care Richmond, call (804) 419-6900 or visit richmond.executivehomecare.com/.

There are approximately 832,000 franchise establishments across the U.S., providing nearly 8.8 million direct jobs and generating more than $907 billion in economic output. According to Oxford Economics, franchising on average provides higher wages and better benefits than nonfranchised businesses, as well as greater entrepreneurial opportunities for minorities, women, veterans and other underrepresented communities.

The IFA Franchisee of the Year recipients will be recognized at a luncheon Sept. 15 and throughout the IFA26 Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C.

About Executive Home Care

Executive Home Care provides personalized, nonmedical home care that helps older adults and individuals with disabilities remain safe, comfortable and independent at home. Services include personal care, companion care, homemaking, live-in care, dementia care, respite care and other specialized support. Founded in 2004, Executive Home Care is part of the Evive Brands family.