FRANCHISING NOW IN FULL BLOOM: WOW AWARDS FIRST FRANCHISE LOCATION
Cincinnati, OH – April 29, 2025 – WOW Windowboxes, the high-impact brand known for transforming homes and storefronts with curated, seasonal window box designs, is excited to announce the sale of its first franchise to Des Moines, Iowa.
On April 29th, during a champagne toast at WOW's Cincinnati headquarters, the entire WOW team - including Sue Schneider, the original creator of WOW - officially welcomed David Aschoff and his son Mark to the WOW team, celebrating the beginning of a bright new chapter for the brand.
The franchise is awarded to David Aschoff, an experienced multi-unit franchise owner, who will be launching the business alongside his son, Mark. With a proven track record in franchising and a strong desire to build a business rooted in teamwork and a shared vision, David stood out as the ideal partner to carry WOW into its next chapter.
"David's experience, passion, and commitment to excellence made our decision easy," said Bret Schneider, President of WOW Windowboxes. "But what truly sealed it was seeing his excitement to build this legacy with his son and his understanding of our commitment to culture and fairness to his team. That's what WOW is all about - building something beautiful, together."
The Des Moines franchise will launch with WOW's onboarding program, 90 Days to Flower Power - a hands-on training and activation roadmap developed to help franchisees quickly launch and begin generating revenue. WOW understands that while franchisees believe in the brand's vision, they're also building businesses - and that means getting profitable fast.
The program includes:
Training at WOW headquarters in Cincinnati, followed by virtual sessions and on-site support
Local marketing launch support
Sales and estimating coaching
Operational systems setup
Access to the WOW Sales Support Center, which handles incoming leads and helps franchisees stay focused on service and follow-through
Ongoing mentorship from the WOW team
Since launching its franchise opportunity, WOW has conducted more than 371 territory checks and is currently vetting 29 additional candidates. Interest in the brand has been overwhelming, driven by WOW's reputation for quality, its strong visual identity, and a high-demand, recurring service model.
WOW Windowboxes developed its franchise opportunity in partnership with REP'M Group, a Cincinnati-based franchise development firm that has been integral to the process. REP'M carefully vets all franchise candidates, presenting WOW with qualified entrepreneurs who align with the brand's high standards. Their partnership brings a level of professionalism and support that strengthens the entire WOW franchise program from the ground up. While WOW ultimately awards the franchises, REP'M's expertise ensures that every candidate meets the rigorous qualifications needed to succeed, providing a solid foundation for WOW's national growth.
Des Moines is just the beginning. With passionate partners like David and Mark leading the way, WOW is planting the seeds of a nationwide movement - one flourishing franchise at a time. The future of outdoor beauty - and business ownership - is in full bloom.
To learn more about franchising with WOW Windowboxes, visit www.wowwindowboxes.com/franchise or email info@wowwindowboxes.com.