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American Leak Detection Honors ‘Brand Champion’ Award Winner Wayne McCollough

Wednesday, January 4th, 2012

Brothers Vern (left) and Wayne McCollough (right) are shown with office manager Angela Fisher

Hundreds of individual American Leak Detection owners gathered from across the globe in November for the annual company-wide convention hosted by corporate staff in Indian Wells Calif. The four day event incorporated an Awards Night Gala, training sessions, hands-on workshops and a sold-out floor trade show.

Wayne McCollough of Tulsa, Ok. was named the company’s Brand Champion for 2010. This recognition honors an individual that executes a successful marketing plan, one who makes the most of a broad mix of marketing activities and utilizes corporate programs to their advantage. McCollough was also named an Outstanding Regional Performer in the Midwest region for 2010. More than 140 offices in eight countries are considered for these awards annually.

“It’s a pleasure to recognize a team who is doing a lot of things right with their marketing dollars, growing their business and raising brand awareness throughout a large and varied market,” says Adam Gray, marketing and brand manager. “This team stands out and has set a high standard.  They have tried new marketing strategies throughout their many franchise locations and have been smart with their decisions.”

McCollough has acted as the Marketing and Advertising Director with American Leak Detection locations for 16 years in Eastern Oklahoma, Kansas, Kansas City, Southwest Missouri and St. Louis, Mo. His brother Vern McCollough owns the multiple locations where he employs 19 staff and operates 10 service trucks.

Members of the American Leak Detection corporate staff convene each fall to determine which team members will be recognized for their outstanding achievements for the previous year in categories including Franchisee of the Year, Technician and Office Personnel of the Year and Quality Customer Service Awards.

American Leak Detection Honors ‘Entrepreneur of the Year’ Award Winner Vern McCollough

Wednesday, January 4th, 2012

Brothers Vern (left) and Wayne McCollough (right) are shown with office manager Angela FisherHundreds of individual American Leak Detection owners gathered from across the globe in November for the annual company-wide convention hosted by corporate staff in Indian Wells Calif. The four day event incorporated an Awards Night Gala, training sessions, hands-on workshops and a sold-out floor trade show.

Vern McCollough of Tulsa, Ok. was awarded the Richard B. Rennick Entrepreneur of the Year Award, named after the company’s founder. This recognition honors a team who demonstrates innovative management skills and is a risk taker in a franchise which remains active in the local community. McCollough was also named an Outstanding Regional Performer in the Midwest area for 2010. More than 140 offices in eight countries are considered for these awards annually.

McCollough has owned American Leak Detection locations for 16 years in Eastern Oklahoma, Kansas, Kansas City, Southwest Missouri and St. Louis, Mo. He employs a total of 19 staff and operates 10 service trucks.

“American Leak Detection franchisees are the best of the best,” says Bill Palmer, company president. “It’s always a pleasure to honor them with the recognition they so richly deserve.  We’re proud of all of our franchisees and this year’s award winners clearly rose to the top of their game.”

Members of the American Leak Detection corporate staff convene each fall to determine which team members will be recognized for their outstanding achievements for the previous year in categories including Franchisee of the Year, Technician and Office Personnel of the Year and Quality Customer Service Awards.

Local Entrepreneur Receives Top Producer Region 4 for 2008 and 2009 Award at American Leak Detection Conference

Wednesday, April 14th, 2010

Columbia, MO (Grassroots Newswire) April 14, 2010 – Vern McCollough, owner of American Leak Detection Serving Central Missouri, Kansas and Eastern Oklahoma, recently received the Top Producer Region 4 for 2008 and 2009 award during the company’s annual conference. Top Producer award goes to those that have the highest sales within their respective region.

American Leak Detection’s annual conference took place March 24th – 27th at the Miramonte Spa & Resort in Indian Wells, California. During the four-day event, several franchisees were honored for their milestones during a special awards ceremony.

“It is a great feeling to be honored in front of my fellow franchisees and the entire American Leak Detection team for my hard work and efforts in establishing my local leak detection business,” McCollough said. “Running a business can be challenging, but I thank my colleagues and my customers for their continued support.”

Aside from recognizing award recipients, American Leak Detection invited successful entrepreneurs and motivational speakers to the gathering. Keynote Speaker George Hedley, CSP, owner of a successful commercial construction and real estate development company, led a seminar on how to build a business. George founded and built his business from $0 to $50 million in seven years.

Other experts spoke on a wide variety of topics. Moisture Control, Inc. CEO and Owner Hank Bruflodt spoke to attendees about how his business has been helping solve concrete slab moisture and floor problems for over 10 years. Communication and stress management expert Mary Marcdante spoke about how enthusiasm is the core to great leadership. And, Nancy Friedman, known as the “Telephone Doctor,” held a seminar designed to help owners communicate better with customers.

“Our main goal with this year’s conference was to give our franchisees a wealth of information about how they can build success in the leak detection industry,” said Stan Berenbaum, president of American Leak Detection. “We also wanted to put a spotlight on franchisees like Vern, who have really excelled in this business. They are examples of what success is all about.”

American Leak Detection is known as a world leader in the detection of hidden water and sewer leaks. It uses advanced, sophisticated electronic leak detection equipment to fix leaks for all kinds of water systems. According to McCollough, the company has found 5,226,578 leaks worldwide since 1974 and counting. American Leak Detection’s primary commitment is to conserve water, the world’s most precious resource.

For more information about American Leak Detection, The Original Leak Specialists Serving Central Missouri, Kansas, and Eastern Oklahoma contact Vern McCollough at 888-571-5325.

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Vern McCollough
American Leak Detection Serving Central Missouri, Kansas, and Eastern Oklahoma
888-571-5325