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Molly Maid: Not Just Another Name
bringing HOME familyby Caylie Howard The art of a family-owned and operated business is becoming more and more rare these days. We live in a world full of high-rise o ces and chain restaurants. It’s not often that you nd a business that is not only run by family but also treats you like family. at’s why Denton County’s very own ABC Home and Commercial Services is truly one of a kind.
ABC Home and Commercial Services was Best of Denton County winner, ABC Home and originally founded by acting CEO, Dennis Jenkins, Commercial Services, truly is a family from the and his wife, Jennifer. “My dad came here not inside out. You can be sure that every time you call having a single customer in all of DFW.” Russell ABC, you’ll not only receive the best service in the Jenkins, marketing director at ABC said. “He went business, you’ll be bringing in family. around and knocked on every door and built up this business to what it is today. He is the heart, backbone, and drive of this company.”
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Jennifer is the acting Director of Anteater Advocates. “She is over all of our donated services, partnerships, and sponsorships.” Russell said. But the family line doesn’t end there. “My wife Mary Margaret is the HR Director.”
Together, Russell and Mary Margaret have one daughter who just turned a year old. “Our hope is that she falls in love with the family business just like we did and wants to continue on our legacy.” Russell said.
“The community has taken good care of us for over 30 years. We want them to know that we aren’t going anywhere. We have and always will be a family-owned and operated business. We are not for sale, and we never will be.” Russell said.
ABC Home and Commercial Services, truly is a family from the inside out.
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PROVIDING
Customers with a Personal Touch
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Clayton Robinson recalls xing his rst plumbing problem at age 10 for his single mother and grandmother in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Years later, when mixed martial arts wasn’t enough to support a young family, he turned those skills into a real career. Now as owner of CR Plumbing, his company’s level of customer service, commitment, and community involvement has
Best of Denton County voting.
“I didn’t realize what plumbing was until I started doing it and kind of got caught up in it all,” he said.
Robinson started as an apprentice plumber working new construction jobs for a friend’s father’s plumbing company. He later worked for two
before branching off on his own while earning his tradesman’s, journeyman’s, and eventually master
a business.
After beginning with one van out of the garage of he and wife Hannah’s Canyon Falls home, there
They recently closed on a property to build a new facility in Argyle.
CR Plumbing handles everything from single faucet installations to complete sewer line replacements for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Its 15 employees help customers primarily in Denton and northern Tarrant counties.
“We pride ourselves on honesty,” Clayton said. “None of my plumbers make commissions, and
“Our guys explain the problem and why they are there. We teach customers how to maintain their plumbing as well, so they don’t have to call us.”
Despite the pandemic, business has been booming.
“People wanting to shop local and be with small businesses has been huge,” said Hannah, who manages the business side. “People being home more during COVID actually helped the business side of things. People were needing water heaters replaced, adding outdoor kitchens, and needing gas lines runs and remodels.”
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ANOTHER NAME not just
It’s rare to nd a place of work that not only respects you but also treats you like family. It’s so easy for a corporation to treat their employees as just another name to write a paycheck to and not appreciate each person as an individual. at’s why Denton County family run business Molly Maid of DFW Metro Northwest is so incredibly special. ey pride themselves on their family like work environment and their care for each individual employee. Molly Maid of DFW Metro Northwest truly is a rare nd.
Molly Maid of DFW Metro Northwest would be
staff prides themselves on being the absolute best
used as a training site.” Katrina Keith said. Her customers have often referred to her staff as most dependable and professional. “Our customers love our employees. They become friends with them.”
Not only does Molly Maid of DFW Metro Northwest offer top notch service for your residential or commercial spaces, but they also are well known for giving back to their community. Molly Maid offers the Ms. Molly Foundation. “Molly
by Caylie Howard
to raise awareness and funds for victims of domestic violence. Philanthropy has always been a part of my life and I am thankful for this opportunity to contribute and bring awareness throughout the year to our local charity, GRACE, in Grapevine, Texas.” Katrina said.
Molly Maid takes pride in the fact that they are making an impact in their employee’s lives. “We have employees that come from all over
said. “We’re a family. We treat our employees with respect and kindness.” Molly Maid of DFW Metro Northwest isn’t just offering an amazing cleaning service. They are offering a life changing opportunity for each and every one of their employees. It’s safe to say that when you choose Molly Maid of DFW Metro Northwest, you’re choosing family.
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JESSE JAMES FIT & OUTLAW FITCAMP Good Old Fashioned Hard Work
by Caylie Howard
The gym can be a very intimidating environment for many people. It’s a common fear to feel like the other people in the facility are watching you and judging you based on your appearance and performance. at’s why Best of Denton County winner Jesse James Fit & Outlaw FitCamp is so special. ey provide a safe space for people of all ages, size, and lifestyles to help them reach their tness goals.
different. Everyone here is trained by someone, and they have that individualized attention and accountability. It has become a safe place for many people.”There are many situations and conditions that often contribute to people’s anxiety about
depression, diabetes, high blood pressure and many more. Because of this, Leyva saw a need for
Jesse James Fit is roughly 7,700 square feet of pure awesome. They opened their doors in 2009 and have helped thousands
not a gym but rather a personal training
loss programs, FitCamp-group classes, individualized training, group training, couples training, youth programs, senior programs, and military prep training and transformation challenges.
The trainers at Jesse James Fit are salaried employees, including Leyva and his partners. Combined, this trio offers over 50
Their attitude of inclusiveness, respect, and good old fashioned hard work has helped Jesse James Fit become a trendsetter in
multiple awards year after year – including those from their loyal Best of Denton County voters. From 2012-2021, Jesse James Fit has been recognized as Best Personal Trainer, Personal Training Facility, and Best Indoor Bootcamp for Leyva’s Franchise company, Outlaw FitCamp.
“We are a big family,” Leyva said. “I love people, and I could tell from the very beginning that we had something
those who were letting their fears hold them back. “Having spent over 20 years as a personal trainer and working with thousands of clients out of Jesse James Fit, I knew there was a need for both group training and individual training options.” Leyva said.
Today, Leyva has perfected this ideal concept with seven locations open in the DFW metroplex and national growth opportunities in 2022. The goal for Outlaw FitCamp is to
workout environment they can enjoy with a spouse, co-worker or friend in 30 minutes.
During the trying times of COVID-19, Leyva and his team
redesigned our whole brand and workout template.” Leyva said. “I didn’t want our franchisees to open, doing the same group thing, rotate and cross-contaminating. We spent weeks redesigning the FitCamp layout and then went to one of my corporate locations and tore it apart and reassembled it with my new crazy vision.”
These new changes quickly established positive approval among their team and franchisees. “It was something
and was widely accepted by our franchisees during a soft run invitation of owners and employees.” Leyva said. “All franchisees agreed to go for the redesign, rush ordered the new needed equipment, and within two weeks, our team had redesigned all of our locations to the new format.”
These big changes have proven not only to be a success with the franchisees and employees but also with members and clients. “It’s here to stay for good. Our team, franchisees and the customers absolutely love it.” Leyva said.
Another major change for Jesse James Fit and Outlaw FitCamp is their move to Lakeside this fall! Along with the move, Jesse James Fit will become Outlaw FitCamp by Jesse James. This change is due to the growth of the franchise. Lakeside will become Leyva’s signature location, and the Outlaw FitCamp Headquarters where future Outlaw FitCamp franchisees will come to learn the ways of running and operating an Outlaw FitCamp studio. It’s an exciting time as the new studio will be packed with a new design,
of the art equipment. The new location will continue to offer the services members know and love plus much more with the same team they know, love, and trust.
Jesse James Leyva and his team at Jesse James Fit & Outlaw FitCamp have set out to make a difference in the lives of every person who walks through their doors. With their
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811 International Pkwy., Ste. 460 Flower Mound, TX 75022
