Fifteen businesses will each be awarded a grant of $10,000. Anyone in home services, from aspiring business owners to experienced owners, is invited to apply.

Founded in 1976, Ainsley Heating & Cooling serves residential customers in Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania.

Maverick Business Advisors was founded by Steven Remy, a third-generation entrepreneur.

Founded in Pickerington, Ohio, in 1972 by Howard Morris Sr. as a mom-and-pop shop, Five Star has been run by the Morris family for more than 50 years.

The third annual SPARK event gave contractors, distributors, and other home services professionals opportunities to connect with industry leaders, enhance leadership skills, and discover new tactics to energize their businesses, empower their teams, and elevate their results.

ACE Solves It All will continue to operate under its current name and branding, and Southern Home Services remains committed to retaining all current ACE employees.

“We are thrilled to partner with Columbia Home Services, and we believe this collaboration will bring significant value to our employees, customers, and community," said Anderson Air president Justin Anderson.

Patriot Services is a plumbing, heating, and air conditioning specialist in the Chattanooga area. The former owner, Terry Morrow, will continue to lead his team, and the shop will continue to operate as Patriot Services.