Pool Scouts launched in 2016 as the newest addition to the Buzz Franchise Brands family. Buzz Franchise Brands is a multi-brand franchising company founded in 2012 in Virginia Beach, VA and got its start developing the Mosquito Joe brand, which grew from a local business to a powerhouse franchise brand with over 350 locations sold in less than 6 years. When the company looked to develop their second brand, research showed that the pool cleaning industry was in dire need of a better and more professional solution. After many months of strategic planning and preparation, Pool Scouts was born.
Our brand promise is to create Perfect Pools, Scout’s Honor, and we take that job very seriously as our certified technicians served thousands of customers across 10 states in 2021. We have plenty of room to grow and continue to make a splash across the country, and we encourage you to continue diving into one of the best home service franchise opportunities that exists today. We would love to welcome you to our Scout family!
Pool Scouts offers a great opportunity as a low-cost franchise in the pool services industry providing an essential service to homeowners. There are over 10 million residential pools in the United States, and they all need to be cleaned and maintained. Having a pool is a wonderful perk, but they take work to keep swim-ready, costing homeowners valuable belly-flop and cannonball time. That’s where Pool Scouts comes in.
All too often pool service providers are made up of a guy with a truck and a net and a sporadic schedule. However, with a Pool Scouts business, you can be part of establishing a new benchmark in pool service by adding a level of professionalism and technology unparalleled in today’s market. Through a consistent offering of recurring services, you’ll be making an impact for your community, while building a business that allows you to take charge of your future.
But don’t take our word for it. Hear from our incredible franchisees. With a unique variety of backgrounds, they have proven that no matter what you’re doing now, taking a dive into business ownership is truly a life-changing experience.
Fill out our information request form or call 844-407-2688 to learn more about this exciting opportunity in a growth industry. We have franchises available in markets all across the United States, so we are sure to have the right business opportunity for you.
Team Pool Scouts knows how to create success. The Pool Scouts leadership team stands tall with franchise knowledge, earned from experience across multiple franchise brands. We lead the pack with skills across marketing, operations, finance and customer service so as soon as you join our troop of Pool Scouts franchise partners, we’re working for you.
In addition to the dedicated Pool Scouts team members above, Buzz Franchise Brands provides another layer of support to franchisees through our esteemed leadership expertise, as well as through shared services such as direct mail and digital marketing, design services, and various layers of analytic and administrative support.
Michael Wagner was born in California but grew up a military brat who lived in many spots and traveled around the world. Michael graduated from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with degrees in Economics and Spanish. Prior to Pool Scouts he worked as the Corporate Sales Officer for Chartway Federal Credit Union. Before Chartway, Michael was the Global Client Services Leader for DuPont Sustainable Solutions. He held multiple senior leadership roles for Coastal Training Technologies Corporation (acquired by DuPont) over a 19-year career. As the President of Pool Scouts, Michael oversees the business and works to drive growth and ensure franchisee support. When not working hard to set new benchmarks for the pool cleaning and maintenance business, he enjoys traveling around the east coast with his wife and two children for soccer games and training sessions. He also enjoys soccer, surfing and time at his own pool with the family.
Born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Lynlea grew up a die-hard LSU fan. As a competitive swimmer, swim coach and lifeguard, Lynlea spent a majority of her early life in the pool. After receiving an undergraduate Business degree from Elon University, she went back to Baton Rouge where she received her MBA from Louisiana State University. While working towards her MBA, she coached her alma mater high school swim team and led them to win the Louisiana State Championship meet. For the past fifteen years, Lynlea has worked in marketing and advertising, most recently as an Account Supervisor at Otto Design and Marketing in Norfolk, VA. There she oversaw advertising accounts of all sizes from small family-run shops to large credit unions. She is most passionate about helping others achieve their business goals. Lynlea lives in Virginia Beach with her husband, Brian, and two children Paige and Parker. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends at the beach and around the neighborhood.
Kirsten has spent over 20 years working in training, and is excited to utilize that skill set in her role as Franchise Business Coach with Pool Scouts. When not training and supporting franchisees, Kirsten is heavily involved in various volunteer work in the local community.
Dave was born and raised in Alaska, spent 30 years in Sacramento, California, and now resides in Thomasville, Georgia. Dave has been in franchise development for more than 12 years and loves helping people feed their entrepreneurial spirit and free up time through scaling a business. The former VP of Development at Deka Lash enjoys the outdoors camping, fishing, and spending time with his family and four-legged friends.
Jen is an MSU grad with almost 20 years in franchise development, having worked across a wide range of brands of all sizes, such as Mr. Handyman, Regis Brands (Supercuts, Pro Cuts, Roosters) and most recently NOW Massage. Jen has deep experience and a strong reputation within the consultant community, which she utilizes in her role as director of franchise development.
As Director of Franchise Development, Natalie enjoys guiding prospective owners through the discovery process. Being a part of Buzz Franchise Brands, Weaver touts the support, leadership team and the backbone of the franchise as major benefits to joining Pool Scouts as a franchise owner. Prior to joining Pool Scouts, Natalie started her franchise development career at Outdoor Living Brands in Richmond, VA, where she also gained experience in compliance, legal, and business ownership as a Conserva Irrigation franchisee. Most of her “off-time” is spent on her 19-foot Mako fishing boat on the intercoastal or off Siesta Key.
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