Return to Paul Davis
Paul Davis Restoration has announced the appointment of Mike Hopkins, Sr., as Chief Executive Officer, marking an important step forward in the company’s continued growth and leadership evolution.
Hopkins brings more than 35 years of experience within the FirstService Brands family, including time spent as a franchisee, franchisor, and senior executive. Most recently, he served as Chief Operating Officer of Paul Davis, where he worked closely with the leadership team to support franchisees and enhance system-wide performance.
His appointment reflects a strong sense of continuity, building on an established foundation while continuing to strengthen and grow the Paul Davis system.
“Throughout his tenure, Mike has demonstrated that he is a steady, values-driven leader with a deep commitment to the long-term success of Paul Davis,” said Scott Patterson, Chief Executive Officer of FirstService.
“I am grateful for our team at Paul Davis. It is an honor to serve, and I am excited about what lies ahead,” said Mike Hopkins, Chief Executive Officer of Paul Davis Restoration. “Built on a strong legacy, we are focused on our incredible people, our culture, and delivering exceptional results together. We are just getting started.”
With firsthand experience as both a franchise owner and franchisor, Hopkins brings a unique and practical perspective to the role. His leadership approach is grounded in understanding what it takes to build, operate, and scale a successful business within a franchise system.
As CEO, Hopkins will focus on strengthening the core elements that have long defined Paul Davis:
- Supporting franchise owners as independent, growth-oriented operators
- Investing in people, culture, and leadership development
- Driving operational excellence across the system
- Expanding the brand’s presence throughout North America
At a time when demand for restoration services continues to grow, Paul Davis remains focused on building a scalable, resilient platform for franchise owners, supported by experienced leadership and a strong operational foundation.
His appointment underscores Paul Davis’s continued commitment to experienced leadership, operational excellence, and long-term growth across its franchise network.
As the company looks ahead, it remains focused on building on its strong foundation, guided by leadership that understands the business from the ground up and is dedicated to the success of its franchise owners.
Read the full release: