101 Mobility Honors Derek Gann as Franchise of the Year

, /PRNewswire/ -- 101 Mobility, a national leader in mobility and accessibility solutions, is proud to recognize Derek Gann, owner of 101 Mobility of Birmingham, as the 2025 Franchise of the Year. Each year, this award is presented to a franchise owner who exemplifies safety, independence, and freedom—the pillars of the 101 Way—while making a meaningful impact in both their local community and the greater 101 Mobility network.

Since opening 101 Mobility of Birmingham in 2017, Derek has been dedicated to helping individuals and families regain their independence through trusted mobility solutions. His team provides stairlifts, wheelchair ramps, home elevators, and other accessibility solutions to customers throughout the entire state of Alabama, ensuring individuals and families have the resources they need to live safely and independently. From major metropolitan areas like Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, and Tuscaloosa to smaller communities across the state, Derek and his team are committed to making homes and businesses more accessible.

Derek's positive energy, hands-on leadership, and unwavering commitment to customer service have made him a trusted leader in the Birmingham community and beyond. His enthusiasm is contagious—whether he's working with customers, supporting his team, or collaborating with fellow franchise owners, he leads with a can-do attitude that inspires those around him. Under his leadership, 101 Mobility of Birmingham surpassed $3 million in revenue, demonstrating not only his business acumen but also the growing impact of mobility solutions across Alabama.

"As the franchisor, we are honored to recognize Derek as our Franchise of the Year," said Joe Loch, President of 101 Mobility. "Derek embodies the 101 Way—empowering people with the freedom to live safely and independently. His leadership, passion, and unwavering commitment to his customers, team, and community make him an invaluable part of our franchise network, and we're proud to celebrate his achievements with this award."

While 101 Mobility of Birmingham is backed by the strength of a national brand, Derek and his team take pride in being a locally owned and operated business. Their deep understanding of Alabama's homes, businesses, and accessibility needs allows them to offer personalized mobility solutions that truly meet the needs of the communities they serve.

101 Mobility of Birmingham provides stairlifts, wheelchair ramps, home elevators, and other mobility solutions to residents and businesses across the entire state of Alabama, including Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, Hoover, Madison, Decatur, Tuscaloosa, Pelham, and beyond. As part of 101 Mobility, a nationally recognized leader in accessibility solutions, the Birmingham team is committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to help customers live safely and independently.

About 101 Mobility

101 Mobility offers a wide range of mobility solutions designed to help people maintain their independence and enhance their quality of life. From stairlifts and ramps to vertical platform lifts and residential elevators, the company provides the tools and support needed to overcome mobility challenges and age in place safely and comfortably.

For more information, visit https://www.101mobility.com/alabama/ or call 205-858-2601.

SOURCE 101 Mobility, LLC