Color Glo International Appoints New Leadership Team for Franchise Development
Color Glo International appoints James Miller as new CEO, Anthony Verch as new CFO and Mike Altamimi as new company President to drive growth through expansion, market penetration and franchise development. This trio brings a vast array of knowledge to the brand including commitment, courage, capability and confidence.
Color Glo International, one of the longest lasting restoration franchise brands in the world, today announced their new leadership team consisting of James Miller, Anthony Verch and Mike Altamimi. The trio, who bring a vast amount of diversity and knowledge to the table will spearhead strategy and oversee all operations of the business with a focus on brand positioning and growth through franchising and a non-traditional unit expansion.
The new leadership appointment by long time company president, Gary E. Smith and company CFO, Scott L. Smith has been while early, a dynamic partnership bringing new life, ideas and huge potential for the brand and its future. Gary and Scott will remain on the board of directors and assist in the transition. Long time Director and 3rd generation family member to the brand, Mandi Brandon, will remain as their Director of Operations supporting the new leadership team and growing franchising family.
“Anthony, Mike and James bring decisive leadership, a clear vision and a deep understanding of our brand and desire to grow the brand for many more years to come. They all share a deep appreciation for family, which has been the foundation for our brand since its inception in 1975. We are delighted to have them on board,” said Gary Smith, former company President. “With these guys at the helm, I believe we are entering a new chapter of opportunity for Color Glo – one rooted in a strong franchisee connection and a relentless drive to win.”
The New Leadership Team at a glance
James Miller, CEO – The Visionary
James Miller is a true visionary—an innovator whose ability to see what others overlook has defined every field he’s entered. With a vast depth of knowledge in construction, operations, and systems, James recognizes the gaps in today’s markets and builds practical, scalable solutions to bridge them, ensuring that Color Glo continues to lead its industry.
Mike Altamimi, President – The Communicator
Mike Altamimi is the heart and voice of this leadership trio. A veteran with four overseas deployments, Mike embodies discipline, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to service. His global perspective and deep understanding of cultural and economic issues make him a natural communicator, forging connections and fostering collaboration that drives growth and harmony within the Color Glo family.
Anthony Verch, CFO – The Implementor
Anthony Verch brings a dynamic blend of real estate expertise and entrepreneurial insight to the team. With a sharp understanding of markets, finance, and strategic growth, Anthony has an unmatched ability to turn vision into action, ensuring ideas move from concept to execution—driving measurable, sustainable results for the organization.
“Color Glo modernized repair and restoration techniques commonly found in millions of surfaces around the world today and we’re reclaiming that leadership with intention and momentum,” said Gary Smith. “With the strategic support and fresh perspective of Anthony, James and Mike we are building a competitive advantage through scalable and agile processes. This is a brand built on sustainability using environmentally products and processes tailored to today’s consumer and were building it to exceed our expectations over the long-term for our team, our franchisees and our customers.”
For more information about Color Glo International, please visit www.colorglo.com.
ABOUT Color Glo International
Color Glo International is the world leader in the restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth, and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of automotive, aircraft, marine, and furniture. Formally incorporated in 1975, Color Glo began franchising in 1982 and is currently in hundreds of markets throughout the world. Color Glo products are proven every day to offer the correct results and best value every time they are put to the test.
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CGI Named Top Global Franchise By Entrepreneur 2017!
Minneapolis, July 25th, 2017 - Color Glo International, the world leader in restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth and hard plastics, announced today that it was recently ranked in Entrepreneur magazine’s Top Global Franchises list.
Press Release. Color Glo International Named a Top Global Franchise By Entrepreneur Magazine for 2017!
Minneapolis, July 25th, 2017 - Color Glo International, the world leader in restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth and hard plastics, announced today that it was recently ranked in Entrepreneur magazine’s Top Global Franchises list. This list recognizes the top 200 franchisors that are seeking franchisees outside of the U.S., based on data submitted for Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® ranking. Color Glo International was ranked #106.
“What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become when you achieve your goals.”
“The companies on our Top Global Franchises list are overcoming logistical challenges and cultural differences to bring their products and services—and their franchise opportunities—to people all around the world,” says Jason Feifer, editor in chief of Entrepreneur.
Entrepreneur’s 2017 Top Global Franchises were determined by adjusting the company’s Franchise 500 formula to give extra weight to international size and growth. Other areas evaluated by the formula include costs and fees, franchisee support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability. Color Glo International’s position on the ranking shows that it’s a franchise opportunity with worldwide appeal.
To view Color Glo International in the full listings, visit https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/topglobal and navigate to page 3. The list can also be seen in the July/August issue of Entrepreneur, available now on newsstands.
About Color Glo International
Color Glo International is the World Leader in restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of Automotive, Aircraft, Marine and Furniture. Formally incorporated in 1975 Color Glo began franchising in 1982. Today in hundreds of markets throughout world. Color Glo products are proven everyday to offer the correct results and best value every time they are put to the test.
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COLOR GLO INTERNATIONAL NAMED A TOP 100 BY FRANCHISE GATOR FOR 2017!!!
Our focus is restoring and repairing common defects such as worn and faded interior components such as leather upholstery, headliners, burns and broken plastic or composite molding. These problems are found in the interior of every automobile, RV, truck sports vehicle, plane or boat in use today.
Franchise Gator just released their Top 100 Franchises for 2017 and Color Glo is listed among them!
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APRIL 24, 2017
At the core of it, franchising is about risk reduction. You join a franchise because it provides a heightened chance of success as a business owner. The Top 100 has been designed, with the assistance of The Educated Franchisee, to measure the quality of a franchise system over time. Rankings are mostly based on a formula created from various pieces of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) that focus on financial stability, growth, transparency, engagement, continuity and sustainability. Hundreds of FDD's were studied this past year in an effort to bring you this ranking.
We also focused on evaluating franchise opportunities that fit the mold of what a typical Franchise Gator visitor seeks. That meant taking investment range and industry into account to create what we feel is truly a unique rankings list. So if you are looking for some of the more high ticket, recognizable names in franchising and don't see them, that by no means is a discredit to that franchise system. It simply means they were not part of our evaluation process.
Franchise Gator would like to thank the following people who's insight was invaluable and instrumental in the production of Franchise Gator's Top 100:
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- Eric Stites and Associates - Franchise Business Review
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About Color Glo International
Color Glo International is the World Leader in restoration and repair of leather, vinyl, velour, cloth and hard plastics commonly found in the markets of Automotive, Aircraft, Marine and Furniture. Formally incorporated in 1975 Color Glo began franchising in 1982. Today in hundreds of markets throughout world. Color Glo products are proven everyday to offer the correct results and best value every time they are put to the test.
We initially began our franchising in the United States and have since then expanded into Canada and 50 countries world wide.
Our focus is restoring and repairing common defects such as worn and faded interior components such as leather upholstery, headliners, burns and broken plastic or composite molding. These problems are found in the interior of every automobile, RV, truck sports vehicle, plane or boat in use today.