Blingle opens franchise location in Virginia

Blingle!, an outdoor lighting franchise, has launched its newest franchise location in Richmond that is owned and operated by Billy Droste.

This location, the first in the state of Virginia, will serve the entire area of Central Virginia.

Richmond born and raised, Droste became an entrepreneur in 2003 when he opened his own seamless gutter company. After owning his own business for nearly 20 years, Droste wanted a change and to slow down. In February of 2022, he sold the business and decided to work with a previous customer to help increase their residential sales. Following that opportunity, Droste was ready for his next venture and to own his own business again.

“Blingle! is able to provide lighting options for any customer’s need to create the perfect one-stop-shop for the Richmond community,” Droste says. “I am excited to open the doors and get involved with the community to create projects they are proud to show off to friends and family.”

Blingle! of Richmond opened earlier this year to begin lighting the community.

“We are excited to have Billy join the Blingle! family,” says Josh Skolnick, founder of HorsePower Brands. “To be able to bring the premier products and service that we have to offer to the Richmond community is a great opportunity.”