bluefrog Plumbing + Drain, a trusted national network and local partner in residential plumbing and drain solutions, announces the appointment of industry veteran Richard Fulghum as Vice President of Operations to drive national franchise growth and create operational excellence.
Fulghum joins bluefrog at a pivotal time as the brand continues to expand its footprint while reinforcing its commitment to being the “Plumber for Life” in every community it serves. His leadership will focus on delivering consistent, high-quality service experiences that protect what matters most: home comfort, efficiency, and peace of mind, so families can keep life moving without disruption.
Fulghum’s appointment signals a new era of operational excellence for bluefrog Plumbing + Drain, emphasizing consistency, growth, and a customer-first standard that strengthens the brand’s role as a trusted local partner and resource for homeowners. “I’m excited to join an emerging brand that has such a strong foundation and potential for growth,” said Fulghum. “bluefrog is built on treating customers like neighbors and showing up as a reliable partner they can count on for the long term. I look forward to supporting our franchise owners as we deliver that consistent experience in every community we serve.”
Fulghum brings over two decades of operational leadership expertise to the role, beginning his career managing operations for flagship hotel locations of Marriott Hotels. Transitioning into the home services sector, he spent several years at Airtron Heating & Air Conditioning, where he successfully developed operational frameworks for both new construction and retail divisions, with a specialized focus on the in-home customer experience.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Richard to the bluefrog leadership team,” said Jessica Wescott, CEO of parent company Stellar Service Brands.