Sarah Ross launched Fresh Coat of Lakeway and Marble Falls in 2013. Less than five years later, her store has been named the Fresh Coat Painters Franchisee of the Year.

The award recognizes one franchise owner for excellence in business development, customer service and community building as well as a commitment to the Fresh Coat franchise system.

“Sarah’s franchise was a top-performing franchise in the system in 2017," Fresh Coat President Tara Riley said in a release. "Sarah is rapidly growing the business by executing the Fresh Coat system, building her team with the right people and focusing on business development."

Fresh Coat offers residential and commercial painting services, including interior or exterior painting, wood staining and other services for protective coating applications. Fresh Coat of Lakeway and Marble Falls, 2806 Flintrock Trace Suite 101, Austin, which is one of more than 120 franchises, serves Lakeway, Marble Falls, Dripping Springs, West Lake Hills, Spicewood, Bee Cave and the surrounding areas.