U.S. Army
Jeff & Ruth Vargo
The Woodlands, TX
Both West Point graduates who took a leap of faith to start their own business.
DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen
Top Franchise for Veterans
From Service to Success:
Why Veterans Excel as DreamMaker Franchise Owners
Veteran Owner Spotlight
Mission-Ready Systems
“Finding DreamMaker and seeing the systems that are implemented in the remodeling process was very attractive. It allowed me to take the skills that I had learned in the military and implement them into our company.”
U.S. Military Veteran & Franchise Owner, DreamMaker of Ogden
Awards & Credentials
from military to marketplace
Are you looking for your mission after the military?
For many veterans, the transition from military service to civilian life can feel like embarking on a new mission without a clear roadmap. But your military background translates perfectly to franchise ownership.
DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen is a remodeling franchise built for veterans ready to lead their own business and keep serving their community.
Like other franchisors, we can teach marketing, sales, design, project management, and financials. However, the best franchisees are ones who match our DreamMaker culture and follow our time-tested processes and systems. We truly believe that veterans have what it takes and the innate characteristics to excel at franchise ownership.
If you were to ask a franchisee (regardless of brand) what one of the biggest benefits they receive through franchising is, most will mention proven processes.
Think about the proven processes of a franchise like the military's SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) where they are used to standardize how a unit operates through the use of organizational best practices. In franchising, they reduce the risk of failure by providing a roadmap based on proven methods and successful strategies.
A Proven Path From Service to Ownership
At DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen, we believe that the discipline, leadership, teamwork, and commitment instilled through military service are exactly the qualities that make veteran entrepreneurs thrive in business ownership.
Why military veterans excel as franchise owners:
- Honor, integrity, and service mindset.
- Disciplined and leads under pressure.
- Follow proven playbooks and systems.
- Embrace systems and value driven culture.
- Lead teams and uphold standards.
The above qualities define successful DreamMaker franchise owners. These valuable skills are highly transferable to the business world, and especially franchising.
We provide time-tested processes that leverage these strengths, and our franchise culture based on core values of respect and integrity set us apart from other opportunities.
Whether you’re dreaming of business ownership or simply looking for purpose in your next chapter, DreamMaker might be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
The Power of the Network
Never Execute the Mission Alone
“I decided to join DreamMaker and it was exactly what I was looking for. It was a group of people, other business owners in the same business going through the same struggles that we could bounce ideas off of and see how other people ran their business - something you can’t do locally.”
Franchise Owner, DreamMaker of Colorado Springs
Supporting Our Veterans From The Start
A franchise opportunity rooted in leadership, structure, and purpose.
DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen is rooted in a legacy of veteran support. President & CSO Doug Dywer’s father, Don Dwyer Sr., founded the VetFran program to help veterans move from service to successful franchise ownership. As part of VetFran, we are proud to offer veterans a 20% discount on their franchise fee.
DreamMaker offers a structured, values-driven franchise model designed to translate military strengths into long-term business success. Our proven systems, ongoing support, and purpose-oriented culture make DreamMaker one of the best franchise opportunities for veterans seeking meaningful work, community impact, and a new mission beyond the military.
Learn more about how DreamMaker mitigates risk for new franchisees.
From Service to Successful Business Ownership
DreamMaker franchise ownership has helped veterans across the country transition their leadership skills into successful businesses.
One DreamMaker veteran family is Jeff and Ruth Vargo, West Point grads and former Army officers. After a decade of living in the corporate world post-military, they realized they were living a life that didn’t fully reflect their dreams. Jeff had always loved home improvement, and in 2020, they both took a leap of faith and purchased a DreamMaker franchise in the Woodlands, TX.
Jeff describes the shift as a calling: “I started asking myself hard questions and felt like God was telling me to make a change.” Now, through their DreamMaker franchise, they’ve both found fulfillment and the chance to serve their community. As Ruth puts it, “To have this dream and then actually try to go out and do it – it’s such a gift.“
DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen: Empowering Veterans
- Established Systems: Proven operations at every level of the business.
- Ongoing Support: Continuous corporate guidance so you are never alone.
- Mentorship Programs: Learn directly from experienced peers who have been in your shoes.
Many veterans find incredible success as entrepreneurs by applying their leadership and strategic thinking skills to the business world. We offer a proven business model. We have found that veterans are not just capable franchisees, they are often exceptional ones.
Supporting Our Veterans
Honoring Their Service and Building a Bright Future
Doug Dwyer’s father, Don Dwyer, Sr., Army Veteran, started the VetFran Program after the Gulf War to help the men and women who so selflessly served our country. Today, the VetFran Program helps veterans across the country become business owners through franchising.
We are incredibly proud to offer veterans and service members a 20% discount on their franchise fee.
Learn more about our franchise for veterans and claim your veteran and service member discount today!
Veteran Owner Stories
Meet Our Veteran Franchise Owners
DreamMaker owners who served in the our military, now leading remodeling businesses in their communities.
U.S. Air Force
Jeremy Page
Utah Valley, UT
Air Force Academy graduate who opened his Design Center with his family.
U.S. Marine Corps
Tom Lowery
Greater Yavapai, AZ
Built a civil construction company with his wife, Lisa, over 30 years.
U.S. Navy
Michael Pinkerton
Colorado Springs, CO
Submarine veteran who works with the VA to help disabled veterans fund remodels.
U.S. Air Force
Nate Coombs
Ogden, UT
Former missile combat crew officer drawn to DreamMaker's structure and systems.
Discounts We Offer
If you qualify for one of these programs, you can reduce your initial franchise fee.
20%Off the initial franchise fee
Veterans Discount
DreamMaker is a proud participant in the International Franchise Association's VetFran program. If you've been honorably discharged and meet the franchise purchase requirements, you could receive 20% off the initial franchise fee.
Franchising for veterans
20%Off the initial franchise fee
First Responder Discount
If you are or have been a police officer, firefighter, or paramedic/emergency medical technician (EMT) for at least five years, you could receive 20% off the initial franchise fee.
$5,000Off the initial franchise fee
NARI Membership Discount
As an active member of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI), DreamMaker extends a special offer to fellow NARI members: $5,000 off the initial franchise fee.
Discounts are subject to eligibility and franchise purchase requirements. Ask our franchise development team for details.
Frequently Asked Questions
DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen is a proud participant in the VetFran program and offers honorably discharged veterans a 20% discount on the initial franchise fee.
Veterans possess the leadership, discipline, and systems-oriented mindset (SOPs) that align perfectly with DreamMaker's proven remodeling business model and faith-based Code of Values™.
The VetFran program was founded in 1991 by Don Dwyer Sr., a U.S. Air Force veteran and father of our current President and CSO, Doug Dwyer. DreamMaker continues this legacy of supporting service members in their transition to business ownership.
Absolutely not. More than half of our most successful franchise partners joined the DreamMaker family with little to no prior experience in remodeling or carpentry. We provide comprehensive training in marketing, sales, design, financials, and project management so you can focus on leading your team using our time-tested systems.