Patch Boys named Franchisee of the Year by IFA

WHEATON - Bill Weber, owner of The Patch Boys of DuPage County, was named as a 2023 Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association.

Weber was honored at the 63rd IFA annual convention in Las Vegas for being a top franchise establishment owner-operator.

The Franchisee of the Year Award, sponsored by IFA's partner Paychex, recognizes leading franchise owners from IFA member brands whose outstanding performance and contributions help protect, enhance, and promote the franchise business model.

The Patch Boys have over a decade's worth of experience in drywall and ceiling repair. The brand focuses on minor drywall, Sheetrock and plaster repairs and installation projects.

The company is part of the Belfor Franchise Group family for residential and commercial services franchise brands, and is owned by worldwide disaster recovery leader Belfor Property Restoration.

"Franchisee of the Year recipients represent the best in franchising," said Matthew Haller, president and CEO of the International Franchise Association. "This is the highest honor IFA awards to individual franchisees, and local business owners like Bill Weber exemplify the power of franchising and its positive contributions to communities around the world."