Bloomin’ Blinds Appoints Young Han as CFO, Driving Financial Growth & Franchisee Profitability

DALLAS – Bloomin’ Blinds, the nation’s premiere window covering franchise, names Young Han Chief Financial Officer. This news comes after the appointment of Jeff Wharton as CEO, and aligns with the window treatment company’s growth strategy to build a world-class leadership team that is driving the brand to new heights.   

CFO Appointment

Young Han brings with him years of entrepreneurial experience. After graduating from San Jose State University, he began his professional journey as the co-founder of a restaurant. This position provided Han with substantial experience, launching him into a successful career in management, marketing, and operations. Han also held positions as a utility executive at venture backed companies, including Philz Coffee and Limelight Health. 

Notably, his experience as the Fractional CFO of Revscale AI, an AI-powered technology solutions company, brings a wealth of knowledge to the brand alongside its continued development of BloomScale - created in partnership with RevScale AI. The vertically integrated, owned, proprietary technology platform automates Bloomin’ Blinds’ business operations with advanced AI capabilities and is set to rollout to the franchise system in Q1 of 2025. 

“I consider myself a serial entrepreneur – I am always looking to be involved in a new business venture or growth opportunities with brands that show determination to succeed,” said Han. “When I met the Stuart family and Jeff Wharton, I knew that this was a company that aligns with my character and values. My specialty is in helping take business goals and putting them into actionable operating systems. The blinds industry is ripe for growth, innovation, and expansion, and this team is ready to be at the forefront of the industry.”

Bloomin’ Blinds’ Vision for Future Growth

As Han steps into his new role, his plans surround developing and implementing a financial forecasting system, providing cutting edge strategy that grows the franchise system’s bottom line. Strengthening the franchise’s financial structure and processes will allow Bloomin’ Blinds to continue to lean into and advance its robust technological products, enhancing both the franchisee and customer experience. 

“Adding Young to the team was an easy decision considering his extensive experience with finance and technology innovation, and eagerness to make an immediate impact,” said Kelsey Stuart, Chief Development Officer and Co-Founder of Bloomin’ Blinds. “BloomScale plays a major role in propelling us forward as a brand and franchise model, and our efforts to enhance the system require having both an experienced technological team and a strong financial system. Having Young as our CFO is key as we continue to build out our executive team and support franchisee community.”

Founded in 2001, Bloomin’ Blinds is a family-business at its core. Kelsey, Kris, and Kevin Stuart remain at the helm of the business as they continue national expansion. Most recently, the brand appointed Jeff Wharton as CEO and announced its new tech stack, BloomScale, which aims to improve the customer experience and simplify franchisee operations. 

Bloomin’ Blinds is actively seeking eager franchisees to be a part of the growing blind industry. According to the Bloomin’ Blinds 2024 FDD, the top 50% of units saw an average net sale of $803,784, with the average of the top third exceeding $1.8 million*.

For more information on the Bloomin’ Blinds franchise opportunity, visit www.bloominblinds.com/franchising/.

About Bloomin’ Blinds

Bloomin' Blinds has been the name customers have trusted for blinds repairs and installation services since 2001. The team has developed a reputation for excellence and customer satisfaction thanks to years of consistent quality, friendly team members, affordable prices, and a wide range of products and services. And the best part: everything is brought directly to you via mobile service vans that are fully-equipped to handle all service needs. Serving more than 150 territories across the country, Bloomin' Blinds is on a path of accelerated franchise development.

For more information, visit www.bloominblinds.com.

*Source: 2024 FDD – Bloomin’ Blinds