How she shines: I first met Karlie when I first worked for Jani-King. She was only 18 years old and starting her new franchise. She was young but not shy, following in her father's footsteps—he was also a franchise owner for Jani-King with a very successful business. During this time, Karlie attended college at Nicholls State in Thibodaux, Louisiana, pushing her way through what she describes as some of the hardest times of her life.
Over the years, I watched Karlie become a very successful businesswoman and turn her small franchise into one of the largest in our Region. Later on, I was able to staff Jani-King at my church, where I managed maintenance. I requested Karlie's Franchise to service our cleaning needs. That is when Karlie and I became really good friends, and I saw how she continued to carry herself and her business. During that time, Karlie has received the honor of Franchise Owner of the Year two different times for the Gulf Coast Region. She has also been awarded the Best in the Business multiple years in a row.
The young lady that I met back in 2012 has become a teacher to other franchise owners in our region. Karlie still attends franchise training to share her success and what it takes to get there. She has said many times that she would not be where she is today without the help of other franchise owners.
Years in the industry: 18 years
Job responsibilities: Karlie is a Franchise Owner of Jani-King in the South Louisiana Region.
Career path: Karlie has gotten where she is today through hard work and dedication.
Fun fact: People may be surprised to know how young Karlie was when she started. Also, she is allergic to every chemical under the sun!