The Dwyer Group Celebrates 20th Anniversary

The Dwyer Group (Nasdaq, DWYR) celebrated its 20th Anniversary during the opening ceremony of its annual Family Reunion, which was held this year in Denver, Colo.

Founded 20 years ago by the late Don Dwyer, Sr., The Dwyer Group has grown to become one of the largest franchisors of multiple concepts. In that time, the company has gone public on the Nasdaq, it has expanded its Franchise brands to countries throughout the world, and it remains one of the leading entrepreneurial success stories of a family in the Franchising industry.

"My father's vision was to empower people to own their own business, and that dream is now a reality for Dwyer Group franchisees all over the world," said Dina Dwyer-Owens, president and CEO of The Dwyer Group. Dwyer-Owens continues her father's vision, along with her siblings: Donald Dwyer, Jr., Director of International Operations for The Dwyer Group; Doug Dwyer, President of DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen by Worldwide; and Debbie Hood, Vice President of Administration for The Dwyer Group. Their mother, Terry Dwyer, also serves as Chairperson of the Board of Directors.

The Dwyer Group Inc., based in Waco, supports over 900 franchisees in the United States and nearly 400 franchisees in 23 countries. The Dwyer Group's franchise concepts include: Rainbow International® Carpet Care and Restoration SpecialistsT, Mr. Rooter® (Drain Doctor® in the UK), Mr. Electric®, Mr. Appliance®, Glass Doctor®, Aire Serv Heating & Air Conditioning® and an associate company, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen by WorldwideT. Combined, these concepts offer a broad base of residential and commercial services. The Dwyer Group's objective is to have 3000 Franchises doing $1 billion in annualized system wide sales by December 2005.