Meet Our Franchisors

Jill Smolenski

New Zealand South Island - Regional Franchisor

Jill is Regional Franchisor for the South Island of New Zealand and runs her Jim’s Dog Wash And Grooming business in Rolleston and the surrounding Selwyn  District of Canterbury.

She has worked with animals all of her life and has a great rapport with them.  Her calm and caring nature sets all dogs at ease for their grooming and pampering needs.

Jill is conscientious and passionate about her work  and strives to ensure that franchisees are happy and successful

Sharon Connell

Divisional Franchisor - Australia and New Zealand

Sharon started her career with the Jim’s Group in 2014 as a franchisee. She commenced the role as Divisional for Jim’s Dog Wash in August 2017 and loves helping new franchisees start their own career with Jim’s. To watch Sharon’s interview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZCXPbXBzMc

Michelle Russell

Regional Franchisor Auckland

Michelle is our Franchisor in the Auckland region and is currently a very successful franchisee at the same time.