HOMEWATCH CAREGIVERS FRANCHISE OWNERS ERIC WALLENTINE AND NATE BENJAMIN NAMED 2025 IFA FRANCHISEE OF THE YEAR

Southern Idaho business owners honored for excellence in business, community service, and leadership at the IFA Annual Convention in Las Vegas.

GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo., Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Eric Wallentine and Nate Benjamin, owners of Homewatch CareGivers of Southern Idaho, have been named the 2025 Franchisees of the Year by the International Franchise Association (IFA). The two were honored at the IFA's 65th Annual Convention in Las Vegas, NV for their outstanding leadership, business excellence, and contributions to their community.

"We are deeply honored to be recognized by Homewatch CareGivers, part of Authority Brands and the International Franchise Association," said Wallentine and Benjamin. "This award reflects the dedication of our team and our commitment to providing exceptional service and creating meaningful job opportunities for our staff."

The Franchisee of the Year Award celebrates leading franchise owners from IFA member brands whose exceptional performance helps protect, enhance, and promote the franchise business model. Recipients are selected for their service to communities, fostering strong workforces, creating career growth opportunities, and supporting fellow franchisees.

"Franchisees of the Year represent the very best of franchising," said Matt Haller, President and CEO of the International Franchise Association. "Eric and Nate embody the American Dream, creating economic opportunities and enriching lives through innovative caregiving solutions. Their tireless efforts set a standard for excellence in franchising."

Eric Wallentine and Nate Benjamin's journey with Homewatch CareGivers began in 2009, when they became franchisees and opened four locations across Idaho: Boise, Nampa, Twin Falls, and Pocatello. With a strong background in technology, they have brought innovation to the caregiving industry. Nate holds a Bachelor of Business from Boise State University and has over 15 years of experience in tech. Eric, with a background in mechanical engineering and an MBA, transitioned from the tech sector to lead the growth of Homewatch CareGivers.

Their success has been supported by their franchisor, Homewatch CareGivers, and their EOS Implementor, Jennifer Deroin.

For more information on Homewatch CareGivers, please visit www.homewatchcaregivers.com.

About the International Franchise Association
Celebrating over 60 years of excellence, education, and advocacy, the International Franchise Association (IFA) is the world's oldest and largest organization representing franchising worldwide. IFA works through its government relations and public policy, media relations, and educational programs to protect, enhance and promote franchising and the approximately 830,000 franchise establishments that support nearly 8.8 million direct jobs, $896.9 billion of economic output for the U.S. economy, and almost 3 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). IFA members include franchise companies in over 300 different business format categories, individual franchisees, and companies that support the industry in marketing, law, technology, and business development.

About Homewatch CareGivers
Founded in 1980, Homewatch CareGivers is one of the most experienced networks of providers of full-service home care for people of all ages. This year marks the company's 45th anniversary of dedicated service. Caregivers are triple-screened and continually trained and supervised to provide reliable, compassionate, and highly skilled services in companion, personal, and comprehensive care. Home care services are personalized for each client and customized care plans are administered through a network of 257 locations. Each location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Services may vary by location. Certain locations solely provide nonmedical care services.

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SOURCE Homewatch CareGivers